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Mechanical Engineer, Pressure Vessel

AIR COMPANYNew York, New York, United StatesOnsite

At AIR COMPANY we are paving a pathway to global decarbonization by transforming CO₂ into endless resources via industrial scale applications. Working with nature, rather than against it, our proprietary AIRMADE™ Technology mimics photosynthesis to transform carbon dioxide and water via renewable energy into carbon-negative chemicals and fuels. 
We have commercial partnerships with airlines including JetBlue and Virgin Atlantic, amongst others, and have been awarded multiple government contracts from NASA and the United States Department of Defense. AIR COMPANY has received industry recognition through awards such as Time Best Inventions, Fast Company World Changing Ideas and the XPRIZE for Carbon Removal. We are proudly headquartered in New York City and co-founded by Gregory Constantine (CEO) and Dr. Stafford Sheehan (CTO). Our team spans a diverse group of world-leading experts in chemistry, engineering and technological development and deployment.

AIR COMPANY is backed by capital partners aligned with the company’s mission to boldly transform industry including the US Department of Defense, NASA, Toyota Ventures, JetBlue Ventures and Carbon Direct.

The Position


We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer, Pressure Vessel to join our team. This position will support machinery equipment selection, estimating, and design work related to pressure vessels. This role is based in  Brooklyn, NY.

What you get to do


  • Aid in the design & development of equipment & systems, & redesign of existing systems:
  • Prepare pressure vessel package specifications
  • Clarify vendor proposals
  • Develop technical bid evaluations
  • Create technical requisition purchase packages
  • Execute equipment design reviews
  • Support all phases of pressure vessel and pressure system (PV/S) design, fabrication, repair, alteration, testing, inspection, and fitness-for-service analysis
  • Conduct reviews of vendor drawings, calculations and other documentation
  • Complete mechanical, thermal, and structural design and related analysis of pressure vessel assemblies
  • Identify specific pressure vessel services involved in drums, vessels, columns, column internals, filters and coalescers, storage tanks, etc.
  • Closely work with the Engineering team to provide mechanical and equipment support for all process designs within AIR COMPANY  

What you bring to AIR COMPANY


  • BS Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering
  • 3-5+ years of working experience on reactors, separation columns, heat exchangers, high pressure storage vessels, etc.
  • Experience in Industrial Gases, Oil & Gas, or Refining and PetroChemical Industry highly desirable.
  • Knowledge of ASME codes, API standards and NBIC regulations, such as ASME Section VIII Div1 & 2 codes, API 650/620, API 579 and other industry codes and standards typically used in Pressure Vessel design. Knowledge of US local regulations (CFR, etc.) is a plus.
  • Familiar with safety protocols for handling hazardous chemicals and process HAZOP
  • Team player, extremely organized, attention to detail, and strong ability to multitask across 

Salary Range: $90,000 - $120,000 The approximate annual base compensation range and benefits listed above may vary based on the applicant's experience, skills, abilities, and relevant industry expertise.At Air Company we value employees for their unique perspectives. We are an inclusive affirmative action Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We consider applicants without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions, and lactation), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, present or past history of intellectual, learning, mental, or physical disability (including but not limited to blindness) unless Air Company determines that such disability prevents performance of the work involved, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women, marginalized genders and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification.

At AIR COMPANY we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other rolesThis position requires access to technology, software and other information that is subject to governmental access control restrictions, due to export controls, security classification and/or designation as Controlled Unclassified Information. Employment in this position is conditioned on the candidate’s ability to obtain and maintain appropriate government authorization to access technology or information, to the extent required, including without limitation a security clearance, export license, or other documentation required to establish authorization to receive access to such items technology or information.We may delay commencement of employment, rescind an offer of employment, terminate employment, and/or modify job responsibilities, compensation, benefits, and/or access to Company facilities and information systems, as we deem appropriate, in order to ensure compliance with applicable government access control restrictions.

Working at Air Company


In addition to standard medical and dental benefits, that kick in Day 1, we are:


  • A people-first, climate solutions company driven to move society to a more sustainable future
  • A unified team of climate optimists with an exceptional and diverse range of backgrounds
  • Committed to fostering collaboration with a team that believes in the power of science and that business can be used as a force for good… 

We also provide:


  • Health, dental, and vision insurance. 100% coverage of employee insurance premiums, and 50% coverage of spouse & dependent insurance premiums.
  • Company funded Short Term Disability
  • Flexible and generous paid time off, including national holidays and sick leave
  • A tax deferred 401(k) Plan to invest in your future
  • Commuter Benefits: Pre-Tax Income for MassTransit
  • Paid Family Leave
  • Employee Wellness Program 
  • Sponsored company events and DEI social initiatives
  • Wednesday catered meals

Life at AIR COMPANY

Air Company is a technology and lifestyle company in New York City that ideates, creates and manufactures products for our future. The company is focused on using proprietary technology to transform carbon dioxide from the air into the highest-quality consumer products while helping solve some of our planet's most forthcoming problems. At Air Company, we know that the best solutions aren't always the most obvious, but smart executions of the right science can literally change the world. So we tackled the planet's most vexing problem and turned a negative to a positive: we invented a way to capture excess carbon from the air and turn it into ultra-refined, covetable products. Things that you're proud to own and pleased to share: Goods that do good.
Thrive Here & What We Value- PeopleFirst Approach- Climate Solutions Company- Unified Team with Diverse Backgrounds- Committed to Collaboration and ScienceBased Decision Making- Generous Benefits Package- Flexible and Generous Paid Time Off, Including National Holidays and Sick Leave- Tax Deferred 401(k) Plan- Commuter Benefits: PreTax Income for MassTransit- Sponsored Company Events and DEI Social Initiatives
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