Norma is pioneering Supercapacitive Carbon Capture, using supercapacitor technology to store and reuse the energy required to capture carbon. Instead of consuming energy, we recover it, making carbon capture dramatically more efficient and scalable. The result: 6-10x lower energy use and cost than first-generation Direct Air Capture systems. We target Direct Air Capture, point-source CCS, and CO₂ utilisation.

In just months, we went from first prototype to outperforming current leaders. We've raised a $1M pre-seed round, secured early pre-purchases with Milkywire and filed two patents. We are backed by top tier ClimateTech VCs.

Norma is led by Mónica Larrazábal (MIT MBA, ex-McKinsey, 5 years in carbon capture) and Dr. Silvia Pugliese (Chemistry PhD at Collège de France, repeat founder in climate tech). We are now looking for a lead Mechanical Engineer to develop Norma's core technology from lab-scale proof of concept through to functioning industrial prototype.

The Mechanical Engineer is the technical owner of Norma's hardware development. From the moment they join, they inherit responsibility for taking the core CO₂ capture technology from its current lab-scale proof of concept through to a functioning industrial prototype and pilot plant.

This is not a support role, our Mechanical Engineer defines how the technology gets built, tested and scaled, and they do it hands-on. In a team this size, their decisions directly determine whether Norma hits its technical milestones.

• Technical Owner: Define design and process requirements across prototype, pilot and demo. Translate R&D outputs into buildable systems and own the hardware roadmap.
• Builder & Tester: Execute the full development cycle hands-on (mechanical design, CAD, fabrication, testing, iteration). Get hardware off the ground fast.
• Pilot Lead: Plan, commission and build Norma's pilot plant. Develop P&IDs, test plans and operations documentation.
• Engineering Standard-Bearer: Ensure traceability and rigor across the stack (drawings, ICDs, design docs). Build the foundations as the team scales.
• Team Multiplier: Support R&D with hardware implementation, coordinate suppliers and manufacturers, guide junior engineers.

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Experience

Must have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering. We welcome masters graduates but hands-on experience is what matters most to us.
• Minimum 2 years of product development experience in a hardware company.
• Completed development cycle on at least one professional project (taking a design from concept to field implementation/production).

Nice to have:

• Similar industry experience (e.g. DAC/CCUS, electrolyzers or fuel cells) is a plus.

Hard Skills

Must have:

• CAD
• Hands-on assembly and testing
• Design for manufacturing (including machining and 3D printing)

Nice to have:

• Python, MATLAB
• P&ID
• Fluid and thermal systems
• Cross-functional knowledge: electrical and power systems
• Standards and compliance
• Project management

Soft Skills

• System-level thinking: ability to see the big picture, make connections and take appropriate decisions
• Effective prioritization: works to and meets deadlines in a fast-moving environment
• Efficient problem solving: identifies root causes quickly and iterates without overthinking
• Adaptable: comfortable with ambiguity, shifts gears when the situation demands it
• Proactive: moves things forward without waiting to be asked

Ways of working

• Results-oriented: cares about outcomes, not activity
• Hands-on: wants to be in the build, not just directing it
• Decisive: makes calls with incomplete information and owns them
• Efficient: does more with less, avoids unnecessary complexity

We are an early-stage company building a world-class team and a breakthrough climate technology grounded in an ambitious vision. We are fully committed to long-term impact and excellence.

In addition to the opportunity to make a real impact in the fight against climate change, we offer:

• Contract: Permanent contract (CDI).
• Compensation: Competitive salary and equity package, based on profile and experience.
• Benefits: Health insurance, Swile meal vouchers, and 50% public transportation reimbursement.
• Impact & Growth: A unique opportunity to join at an early stage, play a critical role in scaling the company, and grow alongside the technology.
• Culture: Low ego, team-first, and results-driven. We combine radical thinking with radical candor to redefine carbon capture.
• International environment: English-first workplace with gender parity and a diverse team representing five nationalities.

We believe that a diverse group of minds is key to solving the climate crisis. Studies have shown that under-represented candidates are less likely to apply for an opportunity unless they feel they meet every single qualification.

We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and mission-driven company. If you’re excited about this opportunity but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with what you read, we encourage you to apply anyways!

Norma is pioneering Supercapacitive Carbon Capture, using supercapacitor technology to store and reuse the energy required to capture carbon. Instead of consuming energy, we recover it, making carbon capture dramatically more efficient and scalable. The result: 6-10x lower energy use and cost than first-generation Direct Air Capture systems. We target Direct Air Capture, point-source CCS, and CO₂ utilisation.In just months, we went from first prototype to outperforming current leaders.
We've raised a $1M pre-seed round, secured early pre-purchases with Milkywire and filed two patents. We are backed by top tier ClimateTech VCs.
Norma is led by Mónica Larrazábal (MIT MBA, ex-McKinsey, 5 years in carbon capture) and Dr. Silvia Pugliese (Chemistry PhD at Collège de France, repeat founder in climate tech).

We are looking for an R&D Scientist in Energy Storage to lead the optimization of our technology from an energy storage perspective and significantly improve its performance against current benchmarks.

In this role, you will drive research, development, and scale-up efforts, ensuring a clear and effective pathway toward industrial manufacturing and supply chain integration.

Location: Paris 5th arrondissement (relocation visa sponsorship available).

Language: Professional fluency in English required. French is a plus but not mandatory.

• Define and own the energy storage research strategy, identifying key technology bets, and translating them into actionable R&D roadmaps aligned with the company's broader CO₂ capture and commercialization objectives.
• Design, fabricate, test, and optimize electrodes to enhance performance and scalability.
• Design and execute electrochemical testing protocols, analyze data, and refine the energy storage performance of core components in parallel with CO₂ capture optimization.
• Define and implement scale-up strategies, ensuring readiness for supply chain integration and industrial production.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, regulatory requirements, and quality processes for energy storage technologies.
• Build and maintain academic and industrial partnerships to support R&D and commercialization efforts.

You are a strong fit if you:

• Hold a PhD in Energy Storage, Materials Science (with a focus on batteries or supercapacitors), or a closely related field.
• Have strong expertise in electrochemistry and are highly proficient with characterization techniques such as cyclic voltammetry, electrochemical impedance spectroscopy, and charge–discharge cycles.
• Have demonstrated experience in project management, successfully delivering complex technical projects on time and within budget.

Nice to have (not mandatory):

• Carbon materials R&D: Experience studying and optimizing the morphology and structure of carbon-based materials.
• Industrial experience: Proven experience working on energy storage systems from TRL 4 and above, including scale-up and industrial environments.
• Modeling & simulation: Experience with simulation and modeling tools (e.g., COMSOL, DFT, MATLAB) to inform R&D strategies, electrochemical modeling, or circuit modeling.

Mindset:

• You are motivated by real-world impact and excited to translate scientific insight into deployable climate technology.
• You are results-oriented, prioritizing practical applicability and progress over perfection.
• You thrive in a startup environment: you prioritize effectively, take ownership, and move quickly under constraints and ambiguity.
• You are a collaborative team player and have strong written and verbal communication skills
• You demonstrate strong organizational and execution capabilities.
• You approach problems with curiosity, creativity, and analytical rigor.

We are an early-stage company building a world-class team and a breakthrough climate technology grounded in an ambitious vision. We are fully committed to long-term impact and excellence.

In addition to the opportunity to make a real impact in the fight against climate change, we offer:

• Contract: Permanent contract (CDI).
• Compensation: Competitive salary and equity package, based on profile and experience.
• Benefits: Health insurance, Swile meal vouchers, and 50% public transportation reimbursement.
• Impact & Growth: A unique opportunity to join at an early stage, play a critical role in scaling the company, and grow alongside the technology.
• Culture: Low ego, team-first, and results-driven. We combine radical thinking with radical candor to redefine carbon capture.
• International environment: English-first workplace with gender parity and a diverse team representing five nationalities.

We believe that a diverse group of minds is key to solving the climate crisis. Studies have shown that under-represented candidates are less likely to apply for an opportunity unless they feel they meet every single qualification.

We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and mission-driven company. If you’re excited about this opportunity but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with what you read, we encourage you to apply anyways!

Norma is pioneering Supercapacitive Carbon Capture, using supercapacitor technology to store and reuse the energy required to capture carbon. Instead of consuming energy, we recover it, making carbon capture dramatically more efficient and scalable. The result: 6-10x lower energy use and cost than first-generation Direct Air Capture systems. We target Direct Air Capture, point-source CCS, and CO₂ utilisation.In just months, we went from first prototype to outperforming current leaders.
We've raised a $1M pre-seed round, secured early pre-purchases with Milkywire and filed two patents. We are backed by top tier ClimateTech VCs.
Norma is led by Mónica Larrazábal (MIT MBA, ex-McKinsey, 5 years in carbon capture) and Dr. Silvia Pugliese (Chemistry PhD at Collège de France, repeat founder in climate tech).

We are always looking for curious, mission-driven people who want to help us build and scale a new standard in carbon capture, from engineering to research to business and operations. If that sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!

We believe that a diverse group of minds is key to solving the climate crisis. Studies have shown that under-represented candidates are less likely to apply for an opportunity unless they feel they meet every single qualification.

We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and mission-driven company.