System Engineer

RSCH AND DEV ENGR 2 TX (004757)

UCPath Position ID: TBD_1000654

Position Description History/Status

Approved Date:

10/29/2026 11:27:17 PM

Date Last Edited:

10/29/2026 11:27:13 PM

Last Action Effective Date:

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

1130O

Organization:

HENRY SAMUELI SCHOOL ENGR & APPL SCIENCE

Division Code:

1131D

Division:

ENGINEERING & APPLIED SCIEN DIV        

Department:

012100 - INSTITUTE FOR CARBON MANAGEMENT

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

TBD_1000654

Position Description ID

266699

UC Payroll Title:

RSCH AND DEV ENGR 2 TX (004757)

Personnel Program

Professional and Support Staff (PSS)

Salary Grade:

STEPS

Job Code FLSA:

Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

TX: Technical

Employee Relations Code:

E: All Others - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

4 - Staff: Limited

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

1

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

40039768

Reports to Payroll Title:

ASSIST PROF-AY-B/E/E

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

40061059

Department Head Payroll Title:

PROF-AY-B/E/E

GENERAL SUPERVISION - Indicates that the incumbent develops procedures for performance of variety of duties; or performs complex duties within established policy guidelines.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Institute for Carbon Management (ICM) at UCLA is seeking a Systems Engineer to support interdisciplinary research and technology assessment activities focused on carbon capture, utilization, storage, and carbon dioxide removal. The position will contribute to evaluating emerging carbon management technologies through quantitative analysis of engineering performance, economic feasibility, environmental impacts, and deployment considerations. The Systems Engineer will work with researchers and technical teams to assess technology readiness, identify opportunities and challenges associated with scale-up, and develop analytical approaches that support technology development and implementation. Responsibilities include integrating data from multiple disciplines, preparing comparative technology assessments, and communicating findings through technical documentation, reports, and presentations to inform research priorities and deployment strategies.

The Institute for Carbon Management (ICM) at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) is a cross-campus technology translation organization focused on accelerating carbon management solutions from laboratory discovery to pre-commercial and commercial-scale deployment. ICM advances technologies across two primary domains: 1. Carbon dioxide removal, utilization, and avoidance, and decarbonization of foundational industries such as cement and steel. 2. Development of new supply chains and processing pathways for critical materials (e.g., Li, Ni, Co, Mn, Mo) that enable the clean energy transition while reducing the carbon footprint of extractive processes. ICM operates through agile, convergent action teams that integrate engineering, science, and systems analysis. These teams have contributed to award-winning technologies, including the NRG COSIA Carbon XPRIZE and the Liveability Challenge, and have enabled the formation of multiple spin-out companies such as CarbonBuilt Inc., Concrete-AI Inc., and Equatic Inc.

Technology Evaluation and Systems Analysis

Conduct quantitative assessments of carbon capture, utilization, storage, and removal technologies. Evaluate engineering performance, economic feasibility, environmental impacts, and infrastructure requirements. Apply systems-level analytical methods to compare technology pathways and identify opportunities for improvement.

35%

Technology Deployment and Feasibility Assessment

Examine technical and practical considerations affecting technology deployment and scale-up. Support analyses related to monitoring, reporting, verification, permitting, and market conditions. Identify barriers and opportunities associated with implementation of emerging carbon management solutions.

30%

Technical Documentation and Research Communication

Prepare technical reports, analytical summaries, and presentations documenting research findings and recommendations. Organize and interpret technical information for researchers, project collaborators, and external stakeholders. Contribute to research deliverables and dissemination activities.

25%

Interdisciplinary Research Collaboration

Collaborate with faculty, postdoctoral researchers, engineers, and other team members on research and technology assessment activities. Support coordination of technical analyses and contribute to multidisciplinary project objectives

10%

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Performs other duties as assigned.

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Complies with all policies and standards.

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Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community.

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This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree

Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Economics, Applied Mathematics, or a related field.

Required

Master's Degree

Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Economics, Applied Mathematics, or a related field.

Preferred

PhD

Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Economics, Applied Mathematics, or a related field.

Preferred

Three years of more

experience following degree completion in an academic, industrial, or government research environment, excluding graduate training.

Required

Experience conducting technical analysis, preparing research documentation, or developing analytical reports.

Required

Experience evaluating emerging technologies or conducting engineering feasibility studies.

Preferred

Familiarity with techno-economic analysis (TEA), life cycle assessment (LCA), process modeling, or systems analysis.

Preferred

Experience working on industrial research, technology development, or deployment-related projects.

Preferred

Exposure to regulatory, environmental policy, or technology commercialization considerations.

Preferred

Strong analytical, quantitative reasoning, and problem-solving skills.

Required

Ability to interpret technical data and synthesize findings from multiple disciplines.

Required

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in interdisciplinary research teams.

Required

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Required

Familiarity with engineering optimization, environmental economics, or industrial ecology.

Preferred

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Non-Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Campus

Location:

Standing/Walking

X

X

Sitting

X

X

Bending/Stooping

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

Climbing

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

X

Physical requirements other

X

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes

X

Loud noise levels

X

Marked changes in humidity or temperature

X

Microwave/Radiation

X

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment

X

Exposures other

X

Sustained attention and concentration

X

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

X

Communication skills

X

X

Numerical skills

X

X

Mental demands other

X

X

Classification 3:  Position in which exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues is not part of the position description. The normal routine task involves no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues and the employee can decline to perform tasks which involve a perceived risk without retribution.