Instrument & Controls Engineer

• Technical Authority: You write, maintain, and ensure compliance with instrumentation and controls (I&C) technical specifications and deliverable templates, adapting industry standards to the direct air carbon capture industry.

• Project Involvement: You contribute to P&ID reviews, control narrative creation, functional safety requirements, and DCS/PLC code reviews.

• System Optimization: You model and optimize system costs to improve efficiency and performance.

• Field Support: You support your designs by traveling to sites and suppliers, with approximately 20% travel required.

• Team Development: You coach and develop team members, fostering technical growth and collaboration.

• Industry Experience & Technical Expertise: You have 7+ years of experience in instrumentation and controls at EPCs or OEMs in industries such as oil and gas, power, manufacturing, or naval. You are proficient in I&C engineering deliverables, including instrument lists, datasheets, IO lists, installation details, wiring diagrams, network cable schedules, junction box plans, cable tray layouts, MTOs, BOMs, and last-mile instrument air designs. Familiarity with analyzers is a plus.

• Standards, Compliance & Controls Knowledge: You have a solid understanding of I&C codes, standards, and industry practices related to plant design and safety. You are also familiar with control narratives, DCS/PLC programming, and industrial network troubleshooting, with a strong desire to expand your expertise.

• Hands-on & Systems Thinking: You have been exposed to commissioning and are eager to work hands-on with our plants. As a system-level thinker, you can solve complex problems involving hardware, software, sensors, actuators, networking, and plant engineering.

• Passion for Climate Technology: You are motivated to contribute to the impactful and fast-growing climate technology sector.

Our promise: At Climeworks, you are accepted for who you are, and we are committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply – regardless of background, identity, or experience. Studies show that women and individuals from minority backgrounds often only apply for jobs when they meet 100% of the listed criteria. If this sounds like you, don’t hold back. If you think you’d make a great fit for this role, we’d love to hear from you, even if you don’t check every single box. Let’s tackle one of humankind’s greatest challenges together.

What we offer:

• Time Off: Enjoy 25 paid vacation days every year, plus public holidays.

• Flexibility: Work how it suits you best. We offer a hybrid work setup and up to 4 weeks of remote work annually within any EU country.

• Ownership: Fair base pay paired with an equity package – because your contributions matter.

• Family Support: Inclusive parental leave.

• Continuous Learning: Dedicated budget to invest in your professional growth.

• Referral Rewards: Help us grow our team and earn bonuses for your successful referrals.

Salary: At Climeworks, salary ranges are assigned to a job based on the level of seniority and the location specific market median of similar jobs according to external benchmark surveys. Individual compensation depends on your skills, experience, and the value you bring to the team.

Formalities: 

• This position is based in Zurich, and we ask that you work onsite at least three days per week.

• We do not accept candidate profiles through recruitment agencies.