About Us

Ardent is a fast-growing company commercializing breakthrough membrane solutions that are poised to decarbonize heavy industries like cement, steel, and chemicals at the gigaton scale. Our team combines the innovation and rapid growth of a startup with the industry experience of an established enterprise. 

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Process Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engineering including process simulation, process optimization, project economics, thermodynamics, heat and mass transfer, and computer programming. As a Process Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in designing, optimizing, and researching processes integral to our carbon capture and olefin-paraffin separation products. This role offers an exciting opportunity to apply engineering expertise in simulation, process improvement, and proposal writing within a fast-paced startup environment. Experience with membrane (or other separation) technology is a bonus. 

What You Will Be Doing:

• Process Optimization: Identify and research areas for process improvement and implement solutions to enhance efficiency and reduce cost. Utilize process simulation and modeling tools and perform sensitivity analyses. 
• Process Development: Conceptualize new modular separation systems ensuring efficiency, scalability, and sustainability. Ingenuity for using the broad concepts of chemical engineering and applying them to address specific system objectives.
• Math skills: Use the principles of advanced math topics including troubleshooting their work, calculus for analysis and design
• Proposal writing: Prepare technical proposals for customers and stakeholders, outlining project scope, timelines, and deliverables. Present proposals and communicate technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including R&D, manufacturing, and business development, to ensure  successful product deployment and customer satisfaction.
• Documentation: Prepare detailed technical reports, process documentation, and standard operating procedures (SOPs). 
• Safety and Compliance: Promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement within the team.

What You Will Bring to the Table:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering, or a related field.
• 0-3 years of experience in process engineering, preferably in the chemical, pharmaceutical, or separation technology industries.
• Technical Skills:
  • Strong understanding of chemical process engineering.
  • Proficiency in process simulation and modeling software (e.g., Aspen Plus, COMSOL, or similar).
  • Proficiency in computer programming (e.g., python, C, and/or VBA).
  • Experience with pilot plant operations and process scale-up is a bonus
• Excellent math and problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze complex data sets to make informed decisions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to clearly present technical information to a diverse audience.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment and collaborate with colleagues from various disciplines.

Salary and Benefits

We are offering a base annual salary of $70,000 - $75,000, based on experience. A brief summary of our main benefits include:

• Flex working schedule
• Medical, dental and vision benefits
• 3 weeks of PTO and 8 paid holidays
• Small, awesome team in an innovative start-up environment 
• Team events (virtual and in-person)

At our company, we take great pride in cultivating an inclusive and discrimination-free workplace. Extensive research indicates that individuals from underrepresented backgrounds often hesitate to apply for positions unless they fulfill every single job requirement. However, we firmly believe that fostering a diverse range of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds enriches our work environment. We encourage you to apply, even if you do not meet every requirement listed.