Test Engineer - Biochar Pilot

Ampsortation

Portsmouth, Virginia, US
On-site
Operate biochar system
High-temperature thermal processes
Process waste streams
Ampsortation is seeking a hands-on Test Engineer for their biochar pilot project in Portsmouth, Virginia. The role involves operating and testing high-temperature thermal systems related to waste processing, with a focus on data collection and continuous improvement in a climate technology startup environment

Job Summary

  • This is a field-based role at the intersection of waste processing, thermal conversion, and climate technology.
  • You’ll play a key part in generating the data, operational insight, and test discipline needed to scale a promising carbon removal pathway.
  • Join a startup environment where your work will directly shape the pilot, the data, and the path to scale.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Ampsortation is seeking a hands-on Test Engineer for their biochar pilot project in Portsmouth, Virginia. The role involves operating and testing high-temperature thermal systems related to waste processing, with a focus on data collection and continuous improvement in a climate technology startup environment.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Operate biochar system
  • High-temperature thermal processes
  • Process waste streams
  • Collect and validate data
  • Excel for data analysis
  • Industrial environment experience
  • Safety-first mindset

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with heterogeneous feedstocks
  • Background in technical fields
  • Lab-grade testing equipment
  • Carbon removal MRV familiarity
  • DAQ systems and sensors
  • Pneumatic or gas plumbing
  • System performance validation

Key Requirements

  • 2–5 years of experience
  • Experience in waste processing or similar sectors
  • Familiarity with high-temperature thermal systems
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Comfortable in industrial environments

Work Rights

Not specified

Tailored Resume

Cover Letter