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# Senior Process Engineer at Fortera Corporation

- **Company:** Fortera Corporation
- **Location:** San Jose, CA
- **Posted:** 2026-10-22
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-24
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/forteracorporation/jobs/4746703005

## Job description

Fortera is transforming one of the world’s largest industries by reinventing how cement is made. Headquartered in Silicon Valley, Fortera has developed next-generation cement technology that delivers high performance while reducing CO₂ emissions by up to ~70%. By mineralizing CO₂ and turning it into a productive feedstock, Fortera converts emissions into a valuable building material, creating a more sustainable path for modern construction.

With our commercial ReCarb® plant operating in Redding, California, and a growing global project pipeline, Fortera is moving from first-of-a-kind deployment to scaled commercialization. Our technology is already being used in real-world infrastructure applications, bringing next-generation cement into use today while expanding toward broader adoption.

At Fortera, you’ll work alongside scientists, engineers, operators, and industry experts who are turning cutting-edge materials science into real-world impact. We’re looking for curious thinkers, builders, and problem-solvers who want to help tackle one of the biggest challenges facing our planet.

This is more than a job. It’s an opportunity to help shape the future of sustainable construction.

Build What’s Next.

Visit [www.forteraglobal.com](http://www.forteraglobal.com) to learn more.

## POSITION OVERVIEW

The Senior Process Engineer will lead engineering support for successful design and operation of all Fortera processes: mineral grinding, kiln operation/calcination, mineral dissolution, gas absorption, precipitation, solids dewatering, and drying.

This is a hands-on role requiring a driven, experienced mechanical or chemical engineer who would be versatile enough to bridge the gaps between R&D, internal core process design, and outside engineering firms or equipment suppliers.

The position is best suited for someone with chemical production experience who understands plant operations, can effectively oversee the plant engineering activities, and own all equipment design and specifications decisions.

This individual must be able to deal with the unknown challenges brought on by implementing new technology and manufacturing processes and is comfortable with not knowing all the answers but be able to make decisions and recommendations as we go.

## RESPONSIBILITIES

- Scale up and develop process unit operations from R&D for full scale implementation
- Summarize process and regulatory requirements to evaluate and select plant equipment
- Validate production equipment selection
- Oversee plant piping material selections, line sizing, and pipe routing
- Participate in plant instrumentation and valve selections
- Participate in plant design Process Hazard Analysis and lead close-out resolutions
- Execute and improve the management of change program following the Process Hazard Analysis
- Development and implementation of process controls
- Nominally 15% travel to plant sites and vendors during procurement, construction and commissioning phases.
- Other related duties may be assigned to you by the Company as needed.

## MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

- Minimum B.S. in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering
- 10+ years engineering experience designing, scaling, building, and commissioning a chemical or materials manufacturing plant or similar production plant
- Well versed in engineering design utilizing PFDs, P&IDs, and Process Hazard Analyses (PHA)
- Experience designing a plant through to its operation. (Direct experience in cement is not necessary, but experience producing chemicals or materials at multiple scales is a plus)
- Proficient with the following process modeling software: Aspen+ or equivalent (Heat and Mass Balance is a plus)
- Commanding knowledge of solids material handling, water treatment processing, slurry dewatering and drying
- Experience interacting with external engineering firms, contractors, and equipment suppliers
- Experience with large industrial sized rotating equipment
- Strong mechanical skills associated with plant operations and equipment
- Experience with process control schemes and implementation
- Experience with PLC controls for pilot and commercial plant operations; Allen-Bradley preferred

## COMPENSATION:

The compensation package for this role includes a competitive base salary commensurate with experience of $145,000 - $170,000. Fortera is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by applicable law. Diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

## About Fortera Corporation

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Fortera is a climate technology company that produces low‑carbon cement by mineralizing CO₂ emissions, offering a scalable, bolt‑on solution to decarbonize the construction industry.
- **Entity Type**: Private (venture‑backed; funding stage not publicly disclosed)
- **Headquarters**: San Jose, California, USA
- **Founded**: 2007
- **Founders**: Ryan Gilliam, PhD (CEO & Co‑Founder) and Mike Weiss, PhD (CSO & Co‑Founder)

## Core Business
- **Primary industries**: Cement manufacturing, industrial decarbonization, clean technology
- **Target customers**: Cement producers, construction companies, infrastructure developers (B2B, enterprise)
- **Mission**: Reinventing how cement is made to reduce CO₂ emissions and create a more sustainable path for modern construction

## Products & Services
- **ReCarb Plant**: A turnkey, bolt‑on system that captures CO₂ from existing cement kilns and converts it into a feedstock for low‑carbon cement production. Currently operating at commercial scale in Redding, California.
- **ReAct Cement**: A low‑carbon cement binder that can replace 100% of Portland cement. In 2025 it became the first low‑carbon cement to meet all six ASTM C1157 performance categories, offering high CO₂ avoidance, rapid curing, and superior whiteness.
- **ReAct Blend**: A performance‑enhancing supplement that can be blended into standard ASTM C150, C595, or C1157 cements, improving particle packing, strength gain, and reactivity with alumina.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation / Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed (private company)
- **Key Metric**: First low‑carbon cement to meet all six ASTM C1157 categories (2025); commercial ReCarb plant in operation; 400,000‑ton full‑scale plant partnership signed in 2023.
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Microsoft (partnership announced 2025), Graymont (partnership announced 2025)
- **Growth Signals**: Moving from first‑of‑a‑kind deployment to scaled commercialization; growing global project pipeline; real‑world infrastructure applications already underway.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Proprietary technology**: Mineralizes CO₂ into vaterite that transforms to calcite, achieving up to 70% CO₂ reduction while maintaining cement performance.
- **ASTM certification**: ReAct Cement is the first low‑carbon cement to simultaneously meet all six ASTM C1157 categories, enabling direct replacement of Portland cement without reformulation.
- **Bolt‑on integration**: The ReCarb plant can be retrofitted onto existing cement kilns, lowering deployment barriers for producers.

## Strategic Focus
- **Scale commercial deployment**: Replicate the ReCarb plant model globally, with multiple projects underway.
- **Strengthen partnerships**: Work with cement producers (e.g., Graymont) and technology leaders (e.g., Microsoft) to drive adoption and carbon‑credit markets.
- **Expand product line**: Continue R&D on cementitious materials and reaction pathways to further reduce CO₂ footprint.

## Why Work Here
- **Mission‑driven culture**: “Be on the ground floor of a carbon‑to‑value movement that will impact millions.” Core values include Stand Up for Safety, Show Respect, Excel in Execution, Think Customer, Always Be Honest, and Win with Optimism.
- **Benefits**: Premium health, dental, vision; 401(k); stock options; life insurance; generous time off; on‑site fitness center, game room, EV charging stations, and family room; snacks & drinks; mentor program; career development tools.
- **Work environment**: Fast‑paced, cross‑functional team of scientists, engineers, and industry experts. Roles are primarily on‑site in San Jose, with opportunities in R&D labs, plant operations, and project development.
- **Growth opportunity**: Employees help shape the future of sustainable construction, working on cutting‑edge materials science and industrial‑scale deployment. Open roles include Scientist, Chemical Engineering Intern, Laboratory Technician, Content Creator Intern, and Project Engineering Intern.

## Sources
1. [forteraglobal.com - About Us](https://forteraglobal.com/about-us/)
2. [forteraglobal.com - Homepage / CEO Message](https://forteraglobal.com/)
3. [job-boards.greenhouse.io - Fortera Corporation Jobs](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/forteracorporation)
4. [forteraglobal.com - Careers](https://forteraglobal.com/careers/)
5. [forteraglobal.com - Leadership](https://forteraglobal.com/leadership/)

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