Process Engineer - Furnace

ETCH is a startup commercializing a radically new and efficient decarbonization technology for the simultaneous greenhouse gas-free production of hydrogen and solid carbon from natural gas. The Process Engineer position at ETCH, INC will be focused on development and optimization of our current processes, as well as supporting our scale-up efforts. Primary duties include: the optimal design, performance, efficiency, and safety of the processes, while driving continuous improvements and innovations.

Other duties include: Design thermal processes: Develop and design furnaces and furnace improvements for specific materials or processes.

Requirements

, ANSYS, COMSOL, or CFD tools) to model heat transfer, combustion, fluid flow, and temperature distribution inside the furnace. Material selection: Specify appropriate refractory materials, insulation, and structural components for furnace linings and housings. Efficiency improvements: Identify ways to reduce energy consumption, increase thermal efficiency, and minimize heat losses.

Process control: Define instrumentation and control strategies (temperature sensors, feedback loops, PID tuning) to ensure stable operation. Prototype testing: Participate in commissioning and testing of furnace systems; validate thermal performance against design specs. Data analysis: Monitor and interpret thermal profiles, gas flows, emissions, and process parameters for continuous improvement.

Prepare documentation: Create P IDs, process flow diagrams, technical specifications, and operation manuals. , ASME, API, NFPA). Work with engineering team: Collaborate on integration with mechanical systems and solids handling.

Liaise with vendors: Evaluate and manage suppliers of furnace components and subsystems. Failure analysis: Investigate and resolve furnace failures, overheating, or uneven heating issues and recommend and implement system upgrades.

Preferred Qualifications

: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Chemical Engineering or related field 10+ years of experience in process engineering, Experience with furnace operation, design, and optimization in industries such as metallurgy, glass manufacturing, ceramics, or petrochemicals. Background in thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and heat transfer. ).

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach Experience with process simulation software and statistical analysis tools preferred Knowledge of relevant industry standards and environmental regulations The ability to work independently as well as in a team environment toward timely execution of goals is required. ETCH is committed to equal opportunity for its employees. To that end, ETCH does not discriminate on the basis of sex, gender, marital status, pregnancy, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or other legally protected characteristic.

Benefits

and activities on the basis of demonstrated ability, performance and merit without regard to personal factors