Your mission

Join Ucaneo in building and deploying our first full-scale Direct Air Capture (DAC) unit in Berlin. As part of our detailed engineering phase, you will take ownership of CAD and mechanical integration tasks, working closely with fabrication partners and internal engineering leads. Your mission: translate concepts into detailed, executable technical plans with a strong focus on piping, layout, and robust mechanical systems.
We're looking for someone hands-on who can not only design in CAD but also understands how things are built – ideally with experience in piping, installation, and welding techniques.

Key Points

Own and drive detailed CAD design, especially piping layouts and mechanical integration
Support the technical planning and execution of the tFOAK deployment at our Berlin site
Apply mechanical engineering principles to specify and validate technical solutions in a pilot environment
Translate system concepts into technical drawings, BOMs, and assembly instructions
Collaborate across disciplines to ensure mechanical feasibility and safety
Support onsite integration, troubleshooting, and modifications during commissioning
Utilize simulation tools (e.g., CFD, structural analysis) where relevant
Work with internal and external stakeholders on component procurement and fabrication
Coordinate weld-ready documentation and supervise construction/installation as needed

Your profile

Skills and Experience:

Degree in Mechanical Engineeringor similar (Bachelor’s or Master’s)
4+ years experience in engineering or deployment of industrial systems, ideally including piping
Strong CAD skills (Onshape, SolidWorks, AutoCAD Plant 3D or similar)
Practical knowledge in welding, piping supports, and mechanical installation
Experience with pilot plant or industrial-scale projects preferred
Ability to collaborate cross-functionally in a fast-moving, interdisciplinary team
Bonus: experience with Piping, HVAC, pressure systems, or chemical plant design Workstyle and culture
Fast learning and quick to grasp complex topics
A team player with a hands-on mentality
Authentic and reflective self
self-Organizer and structures workstyle to keep focus and get things done
Good listener and effective communicator in cross-sectional team
Curious and open-minded Other
Valid Work Permit for Germany, or able to obtain a permit
Location: Exiting industrial Co-Working Space in Marzahn where we have our own industrial halls to build

Benefits

Employee stock options
Flexible working hours
Hybrid working
Regular team events
Subsidized BVG ticket
Laptop and your individual work set up

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