Sept 9, 2025

Controls/Electrical Engineer – Process Automation and IOT

Controls/Electrical Engineer – Process Automation and IOT

Location: Minneapolis/ Twin Cities

About Carba:

Carba is working to mitigate the worst effects of climate change by permanently removing billions of tons of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. We have developed an innovative process that involves the pyrolysis of biomass waste to create charcoal (solid carbon) that is buried underground where it is stable for thousands to millions of years.

Position Overview:

We are looking for passionate, hardworking, fast-paced, and innovative individuals to join our growing team. Candidates must be comfortable with ambiguity, wearing multiple hats, performing under pressure, working on physical equipment in an outdoor environment, and thriving in a team. If this sounds like you, please read on.

Objectives and Responsibilities:

  • Reactor development and deployment

    • Functioning and deployment of automated reactor operations with VFDs, actuators, sensors and remote computer infrastructure e.g., PLC ( Phoenix Contact, Ignite) 

    • Install, debug and optimize performance of controls system

    • Develop IOT infrastructure to monitor and control reactors remotely

    • Work in cross-functional team to complete reactor development

    • Develop safety protocols and documentation.

    • Assist with the design and layout of reactor sites especially as it pertains to automation and communication

    • Develop written reactor operating protocols and user documentation

  • Other projects as assigned by Carba leadership

Skills and Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, or related discipline

  • 3+ years of work experience in relevant industry

  • Experience with automation equipment and IOT

  • Ability to design full stack automation to control motors, actuators and sensors remotely

  • Demonstrated ability to solve highly technical problems

  • Excellent demonstrated written and oral communications skills

  • Self-motivated, organized, thrives in small team environment, likes challenges, accountable, looking for growth

  • Ability to work independently with minimal oversight

This position description is written as a guideline to inform employees of what is generally expected of them at each job level.  The description is not intended to be all encompassing or limiting in any manner; rather, it is hoped it will add understanding and better reflect the work performed at all levels of employment. Duties and responsibilities other than those listed may be included as needed within the work group or the company.

Carba is committed to the philosophy of equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, ancestry, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or other non-job-related criteria. Carba is an EEO employer.

Contact Information
If you are excited about joining a team of fun, energetic, passionate, hardworking people, please send your resume and cover letter to us at HR@carba.com.