Senior Project Engineer

Are you ready to join Connecticut Innovation’s vibrant community of innovators? Connecticut Innovations (“CI”) is Connecticut’s strategic venture capital arm, and we are passionate about serving our portfolio of 220 companies across various industries, with strengths in life sciences, technology, and climate tech.

Come join one of our quickly growing portfolio companies, Home | CREW Carbon!

CREW Carbon Overview

We are a venture-backed, early-stage company developed at Yale University, commercializing research conducted by Prof. Noah Planavsky and Dr. Joachim Katchinoff to utilize key biogeochemical reactions to make positive climate impact while making wastewater treatment more effective. We use our patented technology to enhance the natural power of minerals to help treat wastewater and store carbon dioxide permanently using a low-cost solution combined with best-in-class monitoring and modeling for the robust quantification of CO2 removed. Our approach can provide millions of dollars in chemical cost savings, new revenue streams, and significant climate impact to the wastewater sector. CREW is currently deployed in the US and Germany, with new projects launching across the world.

We are funded by Counteract, ReGen, Ponderosa, Connecticut Innovations and others. We've secured large contracts with the premier buyers of carbon credits through the Frontier Climate Fund (Stripe, Shopify, Autodesk, McKinsey, among others) and have been selected by the Department of Energy as one of the few potential suppliers of high-quality carbon credits to the federal government.

About The Role

CREW Carbon is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead project execution as we plan, design, and execute new carbon dioxide removal projects. Our solution integrates dosing CO2 removal hardware and monitoring systems into wastewater treatment plants. This role involves overseeing the coordination of multiple internal and external team functions to implement installation of dosing hardware, manage technical operations, coordinate mineral deliveries, and drive project execution across multiple sites.

You will work closely with engineering, science, and commercial teams to meet CREW Carbon’s carbon removal and operational objectives. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of technical project management expertise and operational leadership within a fast-moving, hardware-intensive startup environment.

This position is a full-time role, with travel expectations up to 30% to project sites across the US. Location will be onsite at our office in Brooklyn, or remote within the Northeast or Mid-Atlantic US.

Experience Requirements

• Lead project execution planning, site assessments, and technical deployment of carbon removal hardware.
• Oversee end-to-end project management, including creating and maintaining timelines, budgets, and resource allocation across multiple operational sites.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering and science teams to ensure successful installation and performance of CREW’s technology.
• Manage vendor and contractor relationships, including procurement and supply chain logistics for hardware components and mineral inputs, ensuring timely delivery and quality standards.
• Drive continuous improvement in project execution through data-driven optimization and lessons learned from previous deployments.
• Develop and implement operational systems and processes to streamline project execution and scale efficiency, including developing industry-standard templates and project management resources.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, resolving conflicts or roadblocks at the project level to keep timelines and budgets on track.
• You’re game for all things big and small – one moment you might be working on the 5-year strategy, the next you’re getting hands-on with vendor negotiations or onsite to ensure the system is coming online.

Experience Requirements

• 8-12 years of experience in technical project management, operational leadership, or deployment of industrial/hardware technologies.
• Experience managing infrastructure, hardware, or water treatment projects, including design, construction, and commissioning phases.
• Expertise in contractor and vendor management, including EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) processes.
• Strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills to work with technical teams and external stakeholders.
• Financial acumen, including budgeting, cost control, and project cash flow management.
• Ability to balance strategic planning with hands-on execution in a dynamic, fast-paced startup environment.

Culture Fit

• Passion for climate solutions and sustainability, aligned with CREW Carbon’s mission.
• A proactive, hands-on leader who thrives in fast-paced, high-impact environments.
• Comfortable working on-site as needed to oversee deployments and drive project milestones.
• Emphasis on collaboration, innovation, and accountability.

Compensation

The annual salary range for this position is competitive and will depend on many factors including experience, education, and expertise. We offer a competitive benefits package with insurance, vacation, retirement, and equity options.

CREW Highlights

• Signed a carbon credit offtake agreement with the Frontier Climate Fund in 2024
• Selected as 1 of 24 companies by the US Department of Energy in 2024 to be a potential supplier of high-quality carbon credits to the federal government
• Highlighted as an “Innovator of the Month” by US Senator Chris Murphy in 2024
• Selected by ImagineH2O, the leading water sector innovation accelerator in 2024
• Highlighted by Business Insider as “One of the Most Promising Climate-Tech Startups of 2023

CREW Carbon is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We have strict wage minimums, generous benefits, and personal leave policies. Our goal is to provide safe, rewarding, and empowering work environments for all who interact with our company.