Mechanical Engineer Co-op

The role

You will design, build, and test mechatronic equipment to automate catalyst loading in a fuel synthesis reactor. This involves developing concepts, designing in SolidWorks, selecting components, and building prototypes.

What you will do

• Translate catalyst-loading needs into equipment requirements, concepts, and test plans
• Develop and compare mechanical and mechatronic design concepts
• Create SolidWorks models, assemblies, and drawings
• Specify and select mechanical and electrical components
• Build, assemble, and iterate on prototypes, fixtures, and equipment
• Test equipment, troubleshoot issues, and analyze results
• Contribute to the development of catalyst-loading equipment
• Document designs, component selections, build details, and test results
• Collaborate with engineers and scientists to solve technical problems

Required qualifications

• Currently pursuing a B.S. or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering field
• Some hands-on experience with mechatronics design through coursework, projects, internships, or work
• Experience using SolidWorks or comparable 3D CAD software
• Ability to turn a design concept into a buildable model
• Ability to understand an open-ended technical problem and make progress through hands-on design, building, and testing
• Interest or experience in specifying and selecting mechanical and electrical components for a system
• Comfortable working hands-on in a lab, shop, or prototyping environment
• Clear written and verbal communication
• Curiosity, eagerness to learn, and a proactive, collaborative approach

Nice to have

• Experience with fabrication, machining, 3D printing, electrical wiring, or controls programming

Benefits

• Paid engineering-focused internship
• Challenging, meaningful work
• Opportunities for networking/exposure within the climate tech community
• Mentorship from a team of engineers and scientists

About the company

Lydian is developing sustainable fuels from waste CO2, water, and renewable electricity to decarbonize the aviation industry. The company uses electrified, modular, and flexible reactor systems to produce fuel with 95% lower emissions than traditional jet fuel.