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Employer Description

Equatic, a pioneering environmental technology company, is on an ambitious journey to

revolutionize how we approach carbon sequestration. At the heart of our innovation is the

Equatic process, a cutting-edge technology designed to capture CO 2 and transform it into

valuable minerals, combating climate change and promoting ocean health while co-generating

hydrogen. Our dedication to sustainability and environmental stewardship drives our operations

as we seek to make a tangible impact on global carbon levels through our scalable and efficient solutions.


As we expand our reach and refine our technologies, we seek passionate, skilled, and

environmentally conscious individuals to join our team. Whether you’re an engineer, scientist, or

environmental advocate, Equatic offers a unique opportunity to be part of a transformative

movement toward a greener, more sustainable future. Join us in our mission to harness the power

of the ocean to fight climate change and protect our planet for generations to come.

If you’re ready to contribute to meaningful environmental change and work on

challenging, rewarding projects, Equatic is your next destination. Let’s innovate, collaborate, and make a difference together.


Role Description

Equatic is seeking an experienced electrochemist (scientist, engineer) to join its latest cutting-edge action team with the potential for carbon removal at a global scale. This position will work on novel electrocatalyst compositions for hydrogen generation and acid-stable, oxygen selective electrolysis. The ideal candidate drives technological innovation and novel engineering design and desires involvement with growing a technology from prototypes to commercial plants and beyond. The position will collaborate closely with a team of dedicated individuals who are impact-driven and results-focused. 


Key Responsibilities 

  • To develop acid-stable electrocatalysts for saline water electrolysis. Special emphasis is placed on developing oxygen selective electrocatalysts that suppress the chlorine evolution reaction
  • To develop electrocatalysts that minimize or eliminate the use of Platinum Group Metals (PGMs)
  • To test, iterate, optimize and refine electrocatalyst composition, durability properties and electrochemical performance using bench- and field-scale prototypes, and real-time, and accelerated test methods
  • To develop methods for the large-format (m2) manufacturing of these oxygen selective electrocatalysts using conventional, and emerging coating, plating, and dipping methods.
  • To optimize the integration of high-performance electrodes into state-of-the-art seawater electrolyzers will consideration of reactor configuration, material compatibility and operating parameters to improve electrolyzer performance and efficiency
  • To create testing protocols to optimize device cycle life and durability, and to generalize and describe the findings and product specifications for process-, and plant design engineers, etc.


Required Qualifications

  • Masters or Ph.D. in Chemistry, Chemical or Materials Engineering, or similar field
  • 5+ years of experience in chemical, energy, or other relevant industry
  • Experience with electrocatalyst design/manufacturing, electrolyzers, fuel cells, electrodialysis, membrane electrode assemblies (MEA), flow cells or similar technologies
  • A self-starter who collaborates effectively, communicates clearly, and drives progress
  • Proven record of product scale-up from concept to fabrication


Beneficial Assets

  • Familiarity with electrode and catalyst design principles
  • Experience with salt water electrolysis and non-PGM electrocatalyst synthesis and performance 
  • Experience selecting electrode materials, membrane separators, and electrolyte compositions 
  • Passionate about carbon management solutions
  • Prior experience with electrode manufacturing