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Carbon Capture Engineering Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Arbor Energy

Sr. Combustion Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$150K - $175K/yr

At the core is a supercritical CO₂ turbine with integrated carbon capture, designed to bring carbon-neutral power online quickly at meaningful scale. Our team includes aerospace engineers ...

Arbor Energy

Lead Combustion Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$170K - $185K/yr

At the core is a supercritical CO₂ turbine with integrated carbon capture, designed to bring carbon-neutral power online quickly at meaningful scale. Our team includes aerospace engineers ...

Arbor Energy

Lead Combustion Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$170K - $185K/yr

At the core is a supercritical CO₂ turbine with integrated carbon capture, designed to bring carbon-neutral power online quickly at meaningful scale. Our team includes aerospace engineers ...

Arbor Energy

Sr. Combustion Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$150K - $175K/yr

At the core is a supercritical CO₂ turbine with integrated carbon capture, designed to bring carbon-neutral power online quickly at meaningful scale. Our team includes aerospace engineers ...

Arbor Energy

Combustion Analysis Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$130K - $150K/yr

At the core is a supercritical CO₂ turbine with integrated carbon capture, designed to bring carbon-neutral power online quickly at meaningful scale. Our team includes aerospace engineers ...

Nikkiso Cryogenic Industries

$71 - $98/hr

... carbon capture, geothermal power and well stimulation. We are a subsidiary of Nikkiso Company Ltd ... Nikkiso ACD is an engineering and manufacturing company specializing in machinery designed to ...

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Nikkiso Co.

Manufacturing Process Engineer II

Santa Ana, CA · On-site

$71 - $98/hr

... carbon capture, geothermal power and well stimulation. We are a subsidiary of Nikkiso Company Ltd ... Nikkiso ACD is an engineering and manufacturing company specializing in machinery designed to ...

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Arbor Energy

Combustion Analysis Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$130K - $150K/yr

At the core is a supercritical CO₂ turbine with integrated carbon capture, designed to bring carbon-neutral power online quickly at meaningful scale. Our team includes aerospace engineers ...

Kiewit

Kiewit Scholars - Summer 2027 Internship

Irvine, CA · On-site

$18 - $23.25/hr

... carbon capture technologies as well as transmission and distribution. Our successful track record ... Field engineering, operation planning, cost control, project scheduling, quantity tracking ...

Nikkiso Cryogenic Industries

Welder II

Escondido, CA · On-site

$20.41 - $32.83/hr

... carbon capture, geothermal power and well stimulation. We are a subsidiary of Nikkiso Company Ltd ... We self-perform all engineering and specialty construction. Because we have a reputation of getting ...

Nikkiso Cryogenic Industries

Welder II

Escondido, CA · On-site

$20.41 - $32.83/hr

... carbon capture, geothermal power and well stimulation. We are a subsidiary of Nikkiso Company Ltd ... We self-perform all engineering and specialty construction. Because we have a reputation of getting ...

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As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for carbon capture engineering in California is $165,287.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $164,800.00 and $170,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is carbon capture engineering?

A Carbon Capture Engineering job focuses on designing, developing, and optimizing technologies to capture and store carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions from industrial processes and power plants. Engineers in this field work on processes like post-combustion, pre-combustion, and direct air capture to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. They collaborate with scientists, policymakers, and industry leaders to implement sustainable solutions. Their work is critical in achieving carbon neutrality and mitigating climate change impacts.

What types of projects or technologies do carbon capture engineers typically work on?

Carbon Capture Engineers typically work on designing, optimizing, and maintaining systems that remove carbon dioxide from industrial processes or directly from the atmosphere. Projects often involve developing or improving post-combustion, pre-combustion, or direct air capture technologies, and may include pilot plant operations, scaling up to commercial facilities, and integrating carbon capture with existing infrastructures. Engineers frequently collaborate with multidisciplinary teams—including process engineers, environmental scientists, and project managers—to deliver effective solutions. Staying up to date with emerging technologies and regulations is also a key part of the role, making the work both dynamic and impactful.

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To thrive in Carbon Capture Engineering, you need a robust understanding of chemical and environmental engineering principles, typically supported by a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with process modeling software (such as Aspen Plus or HYSYS), knowledge of carbon capture technologies, and related certifications like Professional Engineer (PE) or relevant safety training are commonly required. Strong problem-solving ability, project management, and effective communication skills help you collaborate effectively and adapt to evolving technologies. These qualifications enable engineers to design, implement, and optimize carbon capture systems that are critical for reducing industrial emissions and meeting sustainability goals.

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Infographic showing various Carbon Capture Engineering job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 7% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 86% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $165,287 per year, or $79.5 per hour.

Sr. Combustion Engineer

Arbor Energy

El Segundo, CA • On-site

$150K - $175K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 17 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Lead the design, analysis, and development of advanced oxy-fuel combustion systems from concept to implementation.

  • Plan, execute, and analyze high-pressure and temperature test campaigns to gather insights and improve system performance.

  • Own the hardware lifecycle, including manufacturing, assembly, testing, and iterative improvements of combustion devices.

Job description

About Us

At Arbor Energy & Resources Corporation ("Arbor Energy"), we're creating technology to power our lives while protecting the planet that sustains them.  Our advanced power systems deliver clean, reliable baseload electricity with zero operating emissions—modular, fuel-flexible, and engineered for the realities of today's energy demand. At the core is a supercritical CO₂ turbine with integrated carbon capture, designed to bring carbon-neutral power online quickly at meaningful scale. 

Our team includes aerospace engineers, combustion experts, and systems thinkers with a shared goal: to build technology worthy of the world we want to live in. While many of us began our journeys looking to the stars, we're applying that expertise here at home to deliver dependable, emission-free baseload power and a future of lasting abundance.  

If you share our values and are drawn to rigorous work with lasting impact, we'd love to learn more about you. Come build what the future will run on.

Steward our planet: We build for tomorrow, ensuring every bolt we tighten and every hand we lend leaves our environment stronger than we found it.

Lead with Love: We champion the success of our people, partners, and planet, nurturing excellence through camaraderie and rigor.

Explore the Uncharted: We embrace the unknown with curiosity, using courage and discipline to transform uncertainty into opportunity.

Role Overview
The Sr. Combustion Engineer helps pioneer our rocket-inspired, high-pressure combustion systems for carbon-neutral and carbon-negative power cycles.  In this role, you'll lead end-to-end development of cutting-edge, high-efficiency combustion devices in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.  You will partner closely with test engineers, analysts, and designers to push boundaries—delivering breakthrough performance that powers a sustainable future. 
 
From conceptual design and modeling to hands-on testing and rapid iteration, you'll own the full hardware lifecycle. 
 
This is an onsite opportunity in our El Segundo, CA office. 
Responsibilities
  • Lead the clean-sheet design and analysis of advanced oxy-fuel combustion systems, delivering breakthrough performance from concept to reality
  • Plan, execute, and analyze high-pressure and temperature test campaigns, delivering actionable insights to accelerate progress
  • Guide system configuration and drive performance optimization for maximum efficiency and reliability
  • Own rapid hardware development cycles—from manufacturing and assembly through testing and iterative improvements
  • Leverage additive manufacturing and state-of-the-art simulation tools to accelerate innovation and reduce development timelines
  • Champion continuous improvement by proposing and implementing design upgrades
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Chemical engineering, or related field
  • 7+ years of experience in combustion system design, analysis, and testing
  • Comprehensive understanding of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer
  • Hands-on experience with high-temperature and pressure equipment
  • Demonstrated ability to own the product lifecycle from conceptual design to validation
  • Curious, inventive, and entrepreneurial mindset comfortable driving progress 
Preferred Qualifications
  • Advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Chemical engineering
  • Hands-on experience with hot-fire testing and high-pressure systems in rocket or gas turbine environments
  • Programming or scripting skills for data reduction and automation (Python, MATLAB, etc.)
  • Background in startup environments or agile hardware development cycles
Benefits & Compensation
  • Pre-IPO stock options
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance (Arbor covers 90% for employees)
  • Basic life insurance fully covered
  • Health savings account (HSA) with matching
  • Flexible savings account (FSA)
  • Unlimited PTO  
  • 12+ company holidays, including Earth Day!  
  • 401(k)
  • Commuter benefits
  • Annual learning and development stipend
  • And more!
Base Pay: $150,000 - $175,000 USD/year. The salary is subject to the applicant's skills, qualifications, experience, and geographic location.
Our Commitment

Arbor Energy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. Solving global energy challenges requires a wide range of perspectives and experiences, and we are committed to building a team that reflects the world we serve.

Our hiring process is designed to be accessible, fair, and focused on the work that matters most for this role. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process and employment—please let us know if you need one.