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Electric Hydrogen

Director, Development

Houston, TX · Hybrid

... carbon capture and sequestration or utilization, industrial gases, low-carbon fuels, and related ... Manage external consultants, engineering firms, permitting specialists, environmental advisors ...

Epoch Biodesign

Senior Performance Analyst

Wixom, MI · On-site

$118K - $145K/yr

... carbon capture systems paired with commercial natural gas generators. Working closely with controls, design, and systems engineers, you will transform operational and process data into scalable ...

Electric Hydrogen

Director, Development

Houston, TX · On-site

Experience leading the development of natural gas, blue hydrogen, carbon capture and sequestration ... engineering, legal, environmental, permitting, commercial, and finance functions * Strong ...

Enexor

Director of Engineering

Franklin, TN · On-site

... carbon capture systems. You'll be both strategist and builder--setting the engineering vision, managing execution, and rolling up your sleeves to help solve complex hardware challenges. This is a ...

Carbon, Inc.

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Brighton, CO · On-site

$140K - $160K/yr

Experience working with or for Engineering, Procurement, and Construction companies. * Experience working in the carbon capture space. * Experience building first of a kind process equipment.

Enexor

Director of Engineering

Franklin, TN · On-site

... carbon capture systems. You'll be both strategist and builder-setting the engineering vision, managing execution, and rolling up your sleeves to help solve complex hardware challenges. This is a ...

Enexor

Director of Engineering

Franklin, TN

... carbon capture systems. You'll be both strategist and builder-setting the engineering vision, managing execution, and rolling up your sleeves to help solve complex hardware challenges. This is a ...

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As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for carbon capture engineering in the United States is $167,480.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $167,000.00 and $173,000.00 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.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in carbon capture engineering, and why are they important?

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 the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% Internship, 85% Full Time, 3% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 5% Contract, and 2% Summer. Highlights an 95% In-person, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $167,480 per year, or $80.5 per hour.

Director, Development

Houston, TX • Hybrid

Electric Hydrogen
Clean Energy Equipment Manufacturing • 51 - 200 employees
Learn more about Electric Hydrogenexternal

Full-time

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

We are seeking a Director, Project Development to join our team. In this role, you will lead the development of both large-scale industrial low-carbon hydrogen fuel cell power and green hydrogen e-Fuel projects. You will be responsible for setting strategies and advancing individual projects through development, leading cross-functional teams, and driving execution of key development activities from project conception through Final Investment Decision (FID).

This position is ideal for a project development professional with hands-on experience in complex industrial energy projects, particularly natural gas infrastructure, blue hydrogen, carbon capture and sequestration or utilization, industrial gases, low-carbon fuels, and related decarbonization pathways. The ideal candidate should thrive in execution-oriented environments, enjoys solving complex project challenges, and is passionate about industrial decarbonization.

You will work in a hybrid capacity from our Houston, TX office and report to the Vice President, Development.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Lead day-to-day development activities for assigned green hydrogen, blue hydrogen, e-Fuel, and other low-carbon industrial projects, advancing opportunities from early-stage development through Final Investment Decision (FID)
  • Direct key project workstreams including site control, permitting, environmental studies, utility engagement, natural gas supply and infrastructure evaluation, CO2 transportation and sequestration diligence, transmission and interconnection activities, engineering coordination, and commercial diligence
  • Lead negotiation and execution of project agreements including site agreements, development services agreements, utility agreements, natural gas supply or infrastructure-related agreements, CO2 transportation or sequestration arrangements, partnerships, and other development-related contracts
  • Lead evaluation of technical and commercial pathways for hydrogen production and emissions management, including natural gas availability, carbon capture configuration, CO2 offtake or sequestration options, pipeline access, storage requirements, and regulatory considerations
  • Support customer engagement activities, including development of commercial offerings, proposals, project concepts, commercial discussion materials, and due diligence packages
  • Manage external consultants, engineering firms, permitting specialists, environmental advisors, carbon management advisors, and other development service providers
  • Work closely with internal engineering, commercial, finance, legal, policy, and supply chain teams to identify and resolve project risks and execution challenges
  • Develop and maintain development budgets, risk registers, and investment decision materials, including inputs related to feedstock supply, carbon capture costs, CO2 transportation and storage, and low-carbon intensity requirements
  • Prepare development updates, management reports, permitting summaries, and investment committee materials for internal stakeholders
  • Monitor commercial, regulatory, and permitting developments that may impact assigned projects, including carbon capture incentives, low-carbon hydrogen requirements, pipeline or sequestration permitting, and natural gas market considerations
  • Support project financing and lender diligence activities by coordinating project information requests and development documentation

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of project development experience within the energy, renewable energy, industrial, or infrastructure sectors, with a demonstrated track record of advancing projects through development to financial close or Final Investment Decision (FID)
  • Experience leading the development of natural gas, blue hydrogen, carbon capture and sequestration, industrial gases, energy infrastructure, renewable fuels, or other low-carbon industrial projects through key project milestones
  • Strong commercial acumen with experience developing customer relationships, negotiating commercial agreements, and supporting project origination efforts
  • Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage external service providers across engineering, legal, environmental, permitting, commercial, and finance functions
  • Strong understanding of project economics and financial modeling, with the ability to evaluate development risks and communicate recommendations to senior leadership
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate complex project issues into clear recommendations and action plans
  • Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to operate independently, navigate ambiguity, and drive projects forward in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
  • Demonstrated commitment to collaboration, integrity, inclusion, and team success

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