Process Technician

About Us

Queens Carbon is pioneering breakthrough technology to efficiently produce carbon-neutral cementitious materials — without the green premium. Our patented manufacturing process, known as “The Instant Pot of Cement Manufacturing,” uses water to lower production temperatures, dramatically improving energy efficiency and cutting emissions. Backed by Breakthrough Energy Fellows, ARPA-E, world-class climate investors, and strategic partners, we’re proving that sustainability can be both economically viable and globally competitive.

Position Overview

As a Process Technician at Queens Carbon, you will maintain, operate, and improve pilot manufacturing equipment and processes related to the manufacturing of novel cements and supplementary cementitious materials. In this role, you will primarily work with the Product Development team to plan and execute production campaigns, ensure and improve process reliability, and contribute to process optimization efforts. You will also work with the Engineering team to fabricate components, modify process equipment, conduct preventative maintenance, and support facility improvement projects.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Operate pilot-scale equipment safely and efficiently according to standard operating procedures (SOPs) and experimental protocols.
• Monitor process variables, record data, and respond to alarms or deviations.
• Prepare equipment and materials for experimental runs, including setup, calibration, and cleaning.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance (PM) and basic troubleshooting of mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation components.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and equipment improvements, including safety, efficiency, and ease of operation.
• Maintain records of equipment performance, maintenance, modifications. Document sampling events and sample submissions for quality assurance testing.
• Collaborate with internal and external Engineering resources to fabricate, install, and evaluate process modifications.

Requirements

The job is performed in a hands-on work environment. The employee must have the ability to sit, stand, walk and lift 35 pounds unassisted or more than 35 pounds assisted. The employee must be able to communicate well in both verbal and written means and use fine motor skills to operate a computer, make measurements and control equipment/machinery.

• Associate degree or technical certification in mechanical, chemical, industrial, or process technology or equivalent work experience.
• 2+ years of experience in a process technician or operator role in a pilot plant, lab, or manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with pumps, valves, pressure vessels, instrumentation, and control systems.
• Hands-on experience in areas such as machining, piping, equipment maintenance, and basic electrical work.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to interpret and follow technical documentation.
• Ability to work full-time and in-person at our lab in Pine Brook NJ.
• A great team-focused attitude, and a willingness to teach and learn from others.

These requirements are not set in cement, so if you're passionate about this role and think you'd be a great fit, please reach out!

Benefits and Salary

• A competitive salary
• Equity in the company
• Insurance options including health, dental, vision, life, and 401k.
• A friendly time-off policy that encourages a healthy work-life balance.
• Company-wide hiking retreat on Earth Day
• Cool company swag :)

We're Committed to Diversity

Queens Carbon is committed to building a diverse team and is home to an inclusive culture. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we strive to include a variety of voices in our team that can provide different perspectives. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, disability status, age, or veteran status.