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About Us
MicroBio Engineering Inc. is an environmental biotechnology company that develops and commercializes technologies that recycle resources, reduce pollution, and produce foods and biofuels. We help clients to use micro-algae and bacteria to convert CO2 to useful products, remove and recover nutrients from polluted waters and wastewaters, and produce valuable products with much higher yields than conventional plant crops. Founded in 2009, our clients are government agencies, major corporations, utilities, and others seeking innovations for a sustainable economy and society. MicroBio Engineering Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Job Description
The Engineering Associate will work in a small team to develop, design, and install innovative algae production facilities for clients in aquaculture, biofuels, and human foods/nutritional products. You will work in an engineering-manufacturing-research setting alongside experienced industry professionals, including licensed California Civil Engineers, a unique opportunity for engineers in training to meet requirement for engineering licensing exams.
Duties
Assist in the planning, design, equipment specification, assembly, and maintenance of algae production
research systems, including web-enabled SCADA electronics.
Coordinate with vendors, manufacturers, subcontractors, and customers.
Help build research systems including piping, pumps, control systems, mechanical systems, motors, and
variable frequency drives.
Assist with technical writing.
Prepare engineering drawings.
Opportunities to develop skills in client communications and sales.
Preferred Qualifications
Civil / Environmental / Mechanical / Agricultural engineering or similar experience.
Experience with 3-D modeling in SketchUp or similar drafting software.
Ability to interpret vendor specifications for mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic equipment and
components.
Desire to keep complete, concise, clear records; be organized and schedule tasks based on project needs.
Able to safely lift 30 lbs.
Valid drivers license.
Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel.
Desired Education
BS or MS degree or equivalent experience in fields such as BioResources & Agricultural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, and Civil Engineering.
Salary and benefits
MicroBio Engineering Inc. offers competitive compensation dependent on qualifications and experience, including health, 401(k), and professional development benefits to qualified individuals.
Applicants should email a resume and cover letter. Files should be saved with the format Last name, First name, Resume and Last name, First name, Cover Letter. Indicate earliest desired starting date in the cover letter. The positions are to be filled in May-June 2019 time frame.
Vacancy expired!