Electroplating Technician [Fixed-term contract]

RenewCO₂ commercializes electrochemical processes to convert CO₂ emissions into carbon-negative materials. What distinguishes us from other CO₂ reduction approaches is our proprietary catalyst, which enables an energy-efficient and selective pathway to existing valuable commodity chemicals, such as formic acid, ammonia, monoethylene glycol, sustainable aviation fuel, and more. Our products can access existing markets, and our economics are projected to be competitive or advantageous compared to current fossil-based production. We will be in a position to offer differentiated carbon-negative products at competitive prices, thereby having a significant impact on emissions and society. We're seeking highly motivated team leaders and members who want to make a significant positive impact on climate change and are excited to work in a collaborative team setting.

The RenewCO₂ leadership team includes experts in electrochemical catalysis and industrial systems, including Dr. Anders Laursen, Dr. Karin Calvinho, and Dr. Chock Karuppaiah, along with industry leaders such as Arne Ballantine (Founder, Ohmium; former Bloom Energy CEO) and Srushti Parhar (ex-Bloom Energy, software industry veteran). Additional leadership team members bring deep expertise from the chemicals and oil & gas sectors across U.S. and Japanese markets and will actively mentor and support selected candidates.

Role Overview

We are looking for an Electroplating Technician to support electroplating, testing, and scale-up activities for CO₂ electrolysis systems.

This is a hands-on technician role involving electrode surface preparation, electroplating/coating, plating solution preparation and maintenance, operation of electroplating equipment, process troubleshooting, and electrochemical testing.

Type: Fixed-term contract - 3 months initially, with potential extension to 6 months or up to 1 year depending on project requirements, performance, and business needs. In-person position at our laboratory in Chengalpattu (in the Chennai region).

Roles and responsibilities:
• Prepare, operate, and maintain electroplating setups for electrode fabrication and coating
• Prepare and maintain plating solutions, including weighing chemicals, solution preparation, pH adjustment, and routine bath monitoring.
• Control and record plating parameters such as current, voltage, current density, plating time, temperature, and bath composition.
• Troubleshoot plating defects and variations in coating quality, thickness, adhesion, and surface morphology.
• Maintain accurate records of plating conditions, material usage, experimental results, and equipment status.
• Support development and optimization of electrode fabrication processes and their scale-up.
• Follow laboratory, chemical handling, waste disposal, and safety procedures.
• Work closely with engineers and scientists to execute experimental plans and communicate results.

Qualifications
• Diploma/B.Tech. / B.Sc. or equivalent qualification in Chemical Engineering, Electrochemistry, Chemistry, or related field
• 1+ years of hands-on experience in electroplating, electrodeposition, surface treatment, metal finishing, or a related process is preferred.
• Candidates with strong hands-on electroplating experience may be considered regardless of formal educational background.
• Experience in handling hazardous materials and lab safety procedures (desirable)
• Able to work independently and under minimal supervision in a fast-paced, startup atmosphere with excellent attention to detail
• Judgment and action skills required to solve commonly encountered problems
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Good organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple experiments simultaneously
• Ability to work in a safe and efficient manner

Compensation:

• Competitive compensation with experience, skills, and demonstrated hands-on expertise

Why Join RenewCO₂
• Work on cutting-edge CO₂ electrolysis and climate technologies
• Direct exposure to scale-up and real-world system building
• Mentorship from globally recognized experts in electrochemistry
• Opportunity to grow rapidly with a deep-tech startup from an early stage

Equal Opportunity Statement

RenewCO₂ is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.