AMP is applying AI-powered sortation at scale to modernize the world's recycling infrastructure and maximize the value in waste. AMP gives waste and recycling leaders the power to harness AI to reduce labor costs, increase resource recovery, and deliver more reliable operations. With hundreds of deployments across North America, Asia, and Europe, AMP’s technology offers a transformational solution to waste sortation and changes the fundamental economics of recycling.
Headquartered in Louisville, Colorado, the Denver Post and BuiltIn Colorado have recognized AMP as one of the state's top workplaces. AMP has operations and career opportunities outside of Atlanta, Cleveland, Portsmouth, Virginia, and Europe. We’re fostering an environment where passionate individuals can grow and create impact. We seek unconventional thinkers to join our mission to enable a world without waste; at AMP, your contributions have meaning and can spur change. With backing from top-tier investors and national recognition including North American Cleantech Company of the Year, we’re always seeking ways to better our operations, raising the bar on innovation, and looking to collaborate and improve in what we do. Learn more at AMPSortation.com.
AMP is hiring a Sr. Chemical Engineer reporting to the Director of Hardware. We are seeking an experienced Chemical Engineer to lead our valorization initiatives, focusing on projects with materials and chemical components. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in process optimization, pollutant remediation, and sustainable material development to help drive our mission of maximizing value from waste streams.
As our Sr. Chemical Engineer, you will work to:
- Lead and manage valorization projects with chemical and materials components
- Develop and optimize solutions for SRF (Solid Recovered Fuel) pollutant mitigation
- Research and improve bio-oil condensation processes
- Investigate and enhance chemical aspects of biochar and biocoal production
- Design and implement chemical processes, instrumentation, and equipment to ensure effectiveness in process engineering
- Optimize mechanical and chemical processes to maximize yield, efficiency, and productivity for scaled manufacturing
- Perform trials, tests, and experiments to support engineering, production, and R&D activities
- Design and implement pollutant remediation strategies and conduct comprehensive emissions analysis and develop mitigation strategies
- Explore and develop new mechanical-chemical processes like plastic flake dry washing
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate chemical engineering solutions
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- None
The successful candidate will have:
Required:
- 8+ years of experience in chemical process engineering, with at least 5 years in sustainability-focused applications
- Demonstrated expertise in Life Cycle Analysis and Technoeconomic analysis
- Demonstrated expertise in pollutant mitigation and remediation technologies
- Strong knowledge of biomass conversion processes and products (biochar, biocoal, bio-oil)
- Experience with process optimization and yield improvement
- Proven track record managing complex projects from concept to implementation
- Proficiency with chemical process simulation software including ChemCAD and DWSIM
- Experience with Microsoft Visio or similar for process flow diagrams and technical documentation
- Python programming skills for data analysis and process modeling
- Experience conducting emissions analysis and implementing control measures
- Strong communication skills, particularly when explaining complex technical concepts
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, innovative environment
Preferred:
- 10+ years of experience in chemical engineering with focus on waste valorization
- Experience with SRF processing and related environmental challenges
- Experience with plastic recycling technologies
- Experience working in startup or high-growth environments
- Experience with Carbon Capture and Biomass power generation
- Familiarity with environmental regulations and experience working with regulatory agencies
Education:
- Master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering or related field required
Working Conditions/Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Working Location(s):
- Hybrid or full time in-office at AMP's Louisville CO HQ if you are local and prefer an office
Travel Requirements:
- Up to 15% travel required
AMP provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants who identify with a historically underrepresented group are encouraged to apply. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Other duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Salary & Compensation Information: $130,000 - $165,000 per year
Equity Grant: The candidate selected for this role will be recommended for a stock option grant commensurate with the position and the candidate’s qualifications.
Benefits Information:
- Medical - The company covers between 78% to 100% of the premium for Cigna medical healthcare plans depending on the selection.
- Dental, Vision, Short and Long Term Disability
- Life Insurance: The company covers the cost of Basic Life / AD&D 1 x Salary, option to purchase additional through New York Life
- Benefits start the day you start
- HSA Eligible Health Plans, Employer Monthly Contributions on Dependent and Individual Plans
- 401(k) retirement plan (non-matching)
- FTO - Flexible Time Off
- 6 Accrued Sick Days
- Eight (8) paid holidays
We'll consider applications on an ongoing basis.
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