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Thermofluids Engineer – Intern Jobs in Nairobi County, Kenya at Octavia Carbon
Title: Thermofluids Engineer – Intern
Company: Octavia Carbon
Location: Nairobi County, Kenya
Octavia Carbon is the global south’s first Direct Air Capture (DAC) company. We design, build, and deploy our DAC technology in Kenya. We are looking for a dynamic engineer to join our Product team. The ideal candidate should demonstrate a good mastery of basic principles in fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and proficiency in CFD simulation. For your application to be considered, your resume should accompany the assignment below.
Job Description.
- Model, conduct, verify, and validate CFD studies that inform optimal capture of CO2 by the sorbent and communicate design insights.
- Size and select efficient fan/blowers based on system curves developed by validated CFD studies that offer optimal capture.
- Model, conduct, verify, and validate CFD studies that inform optimal heating of the sorbent.
- Design an optimal heating system for the reactor based on validated CFD studies.
- Design and conduct experiments to validate CFD studies and design assumptions.
- Develop assembly, testing, and maintenance SOPs for all designed and procured items.
- Engage and vet suppliers before procurement of items and conduct well-documented QC checks upon arrival.
- Any other duties that you may be asked to do by management.
Required Skills:
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
- Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks/Inventor).
- Knowledge in simulation software (Ansys Fluent)
- Knowledge of fluid mechanics.
- Knowledge of thermodynamics
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
As part of your application process, please complete the assessment below and attach your solution by Wednesday 8th April 2026, 5pm EAT.
Assignment: Thermo-Fluids Interview Challenge.pdf (Available on the external site)
Octavia Carbon offers competitive growth opportunities, a competitive salary, a route to owning company equity, and a high degree of professional freedom & responsibility, coupled with intense working environment to enable a steep learning curve.
- Octavia Carbon is an equal opportunity employer and especially encourages applications from women, and individuals from diverse socioeconomic, religious and regional backgrounds.