REMOTE Senior Engineer/Scientist, Carbon Dioxide Transport and Storage - KeyLogic Systems

KeyLogic has an immediate need for a Mid-Senior-Level Engineer/Scientist, Carbon Dioxide Transport and Storage.

This is a remote role based in the U.S. Preference will be given to candidates in the greater Pittsburgh, PA area (or willing to relocate).

The Mid-Senior Engineer/Scientist will support our federal client, the National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) in the areas of carbon dioxide transport and storage. The individual will be responsible for conducting comprehensive literature reviews, collaborating with industry partners, and monitoring ongoing and future research, codes, standards, and regulations related to carbon dioxide (CO₂ )transportation and storage systems. This role is crucial for supporting the U.S. Department of Energy's Carbon Transport and Storage Program and ensuring timely updates and alignment with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in CO₂ transport and storage RD&D efforts and a keen interest in advancing CO₂ transportation safety and standards. The ideal candidate will take initiative and has a willingness to work in a flexible, fast-paced environment with other members of our team and directly with the client.

Position Requirements:

• U.S. Citizenship
• Bachelor's Degree (in Mechanical Engineering or Geology preferred, but will consider other science areas).
• Advanced degree is preferred.
• 5-10 years of professional experience.
• In-depth knowledge of CO₂ properties, impurities, and their effects on materials and transport infrastructure.
• Ability to conduct research and perform comparative analysis on suitable shipping carrier designs necessary for the efficient loading, transportation, and offloading of CO₂ between shipping hubs.
• Demonstrated proficiency in interpreting and applying engineering principles, theories and concepts related to hydraulic flow, energy efficiency and stress analysis principles.
• Familiarity with CO₂ transportation systems, detection systems, emergency response protocols, and related environmental and safety regulations.

Position Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough literature reviews on previously completed and ongoing research related to CO₂ releases from transportation systems such as pipelines, tanks, pressure vessels, and vents.
• Monitor ongoing and future research, codes, standards, and regulations development related to CO₂ transportation systems.
• Support activities that align with near-term deployment of CO₂ pipeline infrastructure, including booster stations, vent stacks, and associated emergency response equipment and protocols.
• Conduct feasibility studies that examine the technical, economic, and regulatory aspects of CO₂ shipping, assess its viability on a large scale, and identify any remaining obstacles to implementation.
• Perform research and comparative analysis on suitable shipping carrier design(s) necessary to load, transport, and offload CO₂ between shipping hubs.
• Collaborate with ongoing joint Industry Partnership(s) to acquire new R&D data on CO₂ dispersion from accidental or planned releases and related emergency response protocols.
• Oversee the formation and functioning of research committees within NETL sponsored workshops.
• Attend industry meetings, conferences, and collaborative sessions with project partners.