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Application Engineering Co-op

  • Engineering & Product
  • Internship
  • Cambridge, MA

Application Engineering Co-op

About Osmoses 

Osmoses Inc. is a technology company revolutionizing the way industrial separations are performed today! Industrial separation processes account for 15% of the world’s energy consumption and are responsible for 16% of CO2 emissions because we rely on energy-intensive technology. Changing this is one of the biggest opportunities to enable the energy transition.

We bring together a diverse and dynamic group of scientists, engineers, business professionals, and operators to develop and commercialize cutting-edge membrane technology that can reduce the impact of gas separations on the environment while increasing the economic incentive for our customers. Our groundbreaking separation solutions have the power to disrupt multi-billion dollar markets worldwide, reducing industrial energy consumption and accelerate the adoption of alternative energy sources with lower environmental impact. 

Join us! Together, we can create a future where cleaner and more sustainable industrial processes become the norm. 

Position Overview 

Osmoses Inc. seeks a motivated Chemical or Mechanical Engineering Co-op student with a strong background in experimental design, analysis, and hands-on experience with tools (wrenches, tube cutters, calipers, etc). The ideal candidate will have a basic understanding of membrane-based filtration or gas separation technologies. Experience using gas chromatography is a plus. As a member of our team, you will support the qualification of membranes and test their gas separation performance under simulated application-specific gas conditions. 

What you’ll be doing 

  • Operating and maintaining critical membrane test equipment

  • Designing experiments to correlate membrane performance with membrane fabrication conditions

  • Assembling membrane test units 

  • Conducting application-specific membrane and module tests

  • Keeping accurate records in a lab notebook

  • Developing a process for data management and consolidation

  • Writing standard operating procedures

  • Cross-functional communication, time management, and balancing of priorities

What we’re looking for 

  • A student pursuing a degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering or a related field.

  • Experience working in a laboratory environment

  • Hands-on experience with basic tools (wrenches, tube cutters, calipers, etc)

  • Ability to design, execute, and analyze robust experiments

  • Working knowledge of statistical concepts such as ANOVA or DoEs

  • Experience in database management or coding is a plus

  • Experience in gas chromatography is a plus

  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

  • Enthusiasm for innovation and technology development.

  • Ability to intermittently lift up to 20 kg

What we can offer you 

  • Opportunity to contribute to addressing one of the biggest environmental challenges of this century.

  • Work in the heart of the most innovative square mile in the world and the most exciting hub for clean tech.

  • Mentorship – we'll help you grow as a young professional, and we take that seriously.

  • Chance to connect with leaders in the energy and clean technology fields.

Qualities we’re looking for 

  • Accountability: methodically organized, willing to report transparently on progress and collaboratively adjust approach when facing bumps in the road.

  • Clear communication: able to formulate and articulate data-informed ideas internally and with partners/customers, verbally and in writing, based on research and experience.

  • Nimble: able to adjust as new information surfaces in a fast-paced start-up environment. Capable of diving into a new business, learning, and building expertise and credibility for the organization quickly.

  • Exceptional technical and problem-solving skills and reasoning ability

  • Attention to detail and accuracy: Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Ability to work alone and collaboratively to achieve company goals. Must be self-motivated and a great team player

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Our commitment

You belong at Osmoses!

We are committed to an environment that provides a workplace of belonging, acceptance and safety for everyone! We appreciate, value, and embrace the unique differences of our team members, business associates, candidates and stakeholders.

Why? Because we believe it is powerful to embed diversity in all aspects of our business - it is at the core of our culture. Osmoses’ responsibility and dedication towards our DEIB principles ensures an equitable workplace with a diverse, dynamic team of professionals. This is fundamental to our mission to develop and commercialize environmentally safe, innovative technology that can create a future where cleaner and more sustainable industrial processes become the norm.

Osmoses is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to these or any other characteristics protected by law.

If you're excited about making a positive impact on the environment and being part of an innovative team, we'd love to hear from you! Apply now and let's shape a greener future together!