Careers

TDA is looking for a content developer with technical and non-technical writing experience, a passion for community interaction, and an interest in technology development. Our fast-paced work environment offers myriad opportunities for a self-motivated, multi-faceted employee who is capable of working in a technical environment while also presenting technical ideas and topics to a broader outside community. The community benefits analyst and content developer will work with project leaders, community benefits staff, and subcontractors to facilitate, document, and quantify bilateral discussions between project teams and the impacted communities. Communication will take place online, locally (in the greater Denver metro area), and around prospective field sites across the United States.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Develop web content for community benefits activities and company websites
• Organize internships, job postings, mentoring program, and high school and college seminars
• Coordinate with subcontractors on community benefits activities
• Perform demographic and community research using publicly-available tools and data and analyze data sets to make quantitative assessments of communities and impacts/benefits
• Write technical reports compiling project data for internal use and public release
• Organize and host community events
• Coordinate DEIA training for TDA employees and outside project partners
• Establish and maintain partnerships with unions, workforce development organizations, local colleges, government officials, tribal officials, and local stakeholders in prospective field test locations

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Experience with journalism, writing, and editing
• Translating technical information for public consumption
• Event planning and organization
• Marketing and event promotion

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Website programming, content generation, and publishing
• Public speaking
• Data analytics
• Multitasking
• Effective communication

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Linguistics, Communications, Media Studies or related degree from an accredited university
• Minimum 5+ years of work experience

Salary range is $80,000 – $90,000 with complete benefits package.

In accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, actual compensation is subject to variation due to factors as education, experience, skill set, and/or location.

TDA Research, Inc. offers a complete benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance/STD/LTD, 401(k) plan with employer match after a year, and a bank of paid time off (PTO).

If you would like to request assistance with the application or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact hr@tda.com.

TDA Research, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Females / Minority / Veterans / Disabled / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity / Religion / National Origin.

To apply, please follow this link: Apply here for the Content Developer III position

TDA Research has a position open for an Industrial Mechanic – Team Lead. TDA carries out R&D and process development for methods to produce new materials and equipment.  The mechanic will use technical diagrams, blueprints, and schematics to install, troubleshoot, calibrate, and repair equipment, engines, and compressors. Orders parts needed for replacement and coordinates with service providers to complete maintenance tasks. Candidates with previous work experience and or trade certification in the following fields HVAC, welding, hydraulics, electrical, robotics/automation and automotive/diesel mechanics are desirable and will be given strong consideration for the position. All tools and safety equipment are provided by TDA.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Electrically/mechanically troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and maintain a variety of laboratory, infrastructure and plant equipment. (i.e. autoclaves, vacuum pumps, ovens, compressors, electric motors, transfer pumps, heaters/air conditioners, recirculating chillers, mixers. Etc.)
• Assist with all laboratory moves and new equipment installations
• Under general supervision, calibrate various tools and instruments
• Carry out tasks and projects delegated to them by supervisor and will be expected to complete projects with little supervision at times. Must demonstrate the ability run and schedule small to medium projects including procuring estimates from outside vendors/contractors
• Perform basic plumbing and carpentry repairs.
• Document records of inspections, maintenance activity, repairs, and other work performed
• Attend training for First Aid CPR/AED and other training as required
• Assist in response to facility emergency events and serve as a team member on various response teams
• May require after hours response to emergencies. On average 5-10 times a year
• Convey complex information clearly and concisely
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• High school diploma or GED
• 8-12 years of work experience in installing, calibrating, maintaining, rebuilding, mill wright, repairing equipment and tools
• Ability to direct 1-2 other Level I-II technicians who will assist with repairs and installations on small to medium sized projects
• Ability to read and comprehend Blueprints/Schematics and wiring diagrams
• Have in depth understanding of physics, mechanical processes/fundamentals. Experience with automation systems, PLC’s, robotics and ladder logic are a plus
• Experience with asset tracking and maintenance software. Including data entry for various types of equipment
• In depth knowledge of fire, electrical, plumbing as well as local and national jurisdictional building codes/guidelines is desirable
• Strong troubleshooting skills and be an innovative problem solver
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills coupled with good computer skills and knowledge of MS Office and Outlook
• Current Driver’s License, able to be insured on company vehicles
• Eligible to be fork truck certified
• Strong organizational skills and precise attention to details

Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Trade schooling or certification
• Previous experience working in a manufacturing or research and development/laboratory environment

Physical Demands:

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods
• Ability to climb and work from ladders

The Team lead may be required to work with a variety of hazardous materials, such as compressed gases, cryogenic liquids, acids, bases, oxidizers, solvents, vacuum pump oils, and other hazardous chemicals. The technician will receive specialized safety training and be an active member of the safety and spill teams. The technician will travel between sites, located 4 miles apart, in a personal vehicle.

TDA Research, Inc. is located outside Denver, Colorado with research offices in Wheat Ridge and Golden. Soon to be just Golden after March 2025. Facilities are across the street from one another. 

Hourly rate: $42 – $46 with complete benefits package.

In accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, actual compensation is subject to variation due to factors as education, experience, skill set, and/or location.

TDA Research, Inc. offers a complete benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance/STD/LTD, 401(k) plan with employer match after a year, and a bank of paid time off (PTO).

If you would like to request assistance with the application or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact hr@tda.com.

TDA Research, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Females / Minority / Veterans / Disabled / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity / Religion / National Origin.

To apply, please follow this link: Apply here for the Industrial Mechanic – Team Lead position

TDA Research, Inc. is located outside Denver, Colorado with offices in Wheat Ridge and Golden. We have a staff of 100+ mainly engineers and scientists who develop cutting edge chemical processes, materials, and hardware for customers in the defense, aerospace, energy and chemical industries. TDA is looking for an undergraduate studying electrical or mechanical for a fall engineering internship.

The Engineering Intern will work with project leaders and engineers to design, assemble, and operate experimental apparatuses. A successful candidate must be able to work within a multi-disciplinary team of scientists and engineers, English language proficiency, and have excellent analytical skills.

The Engineering Intern may be required to work with a variety of hazardous materials, such as compressed gases, cryogenic liquids, acids, bases, oxidizers, solvents, vacuum pump oils, and other hazardous chemicals. The Engineering Intern will receive specialized safety training and be an active member of the safety and spill teams. The Engineering Intern will need reliable transportation to travel between work sites.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Under general supervision design, manufacture, and build test apparatuses
• Electrically/mechanically install, calibrate, troubleshoot, and maintain equipment
• Operate testing apparatuses and handle proper data collection
• Wire circuits and program microcontrollers
• Integrate sensors and data collection methods
• Design mechanisms and hardware as needed
• Document and perform various experiments
• Convey complex information clearly and concisely
• Perform other duties as assigned 

Educations Requirements:

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering
• Actively enrolled in a bachelor’s program at an accredited university 

Preferred Skills and Abilities:

• Introduction to Programming (Python, C, etc.)
• Basic knowledge of microcontrollers and sensors
• Electrical wiring
• General assembly
• Familiarity with CAD (SolidWorks or equivalent)
• Interested in Design, Controls, Medical Devices, or UAVs
• Minimum of 10 hours per week
• Basic Knowledge of Safety

Physical Demands:

• Sit, stand, or kneel for extended periods of time
• Ascend/descend stairs and ladders

No sponsorship, relocation, or housing stipend available for this internship.

Pay rate is $20.00 per hour, without benefits as this is a Fall Internship and temporary.

In accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, actual compensation is subject to variation due to factors as education, experience, skill set, and/or location.

If you would like to request assistance with the application or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact hr@tda.com.

TDA Research, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Females / Minority / Veterans / Disabled / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity / Religion / National Origin.

To apply, please follow this link: Apply here for the Fall Engineering Internship position

TDA Research, Inc. is located outside Denver, Colorado with research offices in Wheat Ridge and Golden.  We have a staff of 100+ mainly engineers and scientists who develop cutting edge chemical processes, materials, and hardware for customers in the defense, aerospace, energy and chemical industries.  TDA’s objective is to carry out research that leads to commercial products, several products that are the result of our research have gone into production or large-scale use, and others are nearing commercialization.

TDA is looking for a Senior Process Engineer with industrial experience and a strong passion for new technology/process development. Our fast-paced work environment offers a myriad of opportunities for a self-motivated, multi-faceted process engineer. The Senior Process Engineer will work with project leaders and research engineers design and optimize new process concepts, commercial demonstration units, and full-scale systems.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Develop and evaluate process designs of real and conceptual processes for various applications including CO2 capture and gas separations and purification
• Perform engineering calculations with minimal supervision and review the calculations and engineering documents of others
• Create, review, and markup and update existing engineering documents such as PFD’s, P&ID’s, and drawings as requested
• Participate in design reviews, HAZOP studies, and system FAT during the process development
• Provide in-office and on-site engineering support for start-up, field demonstrations, performance testing, and routine maintenance activities
• Collect and analyze process and operating data from field test units
• Convey complex information clearly and concisely
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong grasp of fundamental thermodynamic, heat transfer, and mass transfer principles including separations
• Experience executing Front End Engineering Design (FEED and pre-FEED) packages
• Proficient in building and optimizing complex process models including implementation of features such as control loops and recycle loops using simulation tools such as Symmetry, Aspen Plus, Pro II, or other process simulation software
• Ability to prepare heat and material balances, PFD’s and P&ID’s from scratch for new process concepts
• Proficient at equipment and pipe sizing, specifying process equipment such as blowers, compressors, pumps, heat exchangers, vacuum systems, and gas-solid and gas-liquid contactors
• Ability to execute full plant cost analysis and evaluate the technoeconomic viability of new and existing processes
• Effective communication with engineering and equipment vendors
• Strong familiarity with industrial safety procedures
• Foundational understanding of system controls and basic plant layout principles
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to track documents
• Excellent communication skills with efficient visualization techniques
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and be flexible to manage and execute multiple projects in parallel

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Regular, frequent use of process simulation tools (e.g., Symmetry, Aspen Plus)
• Experience with gas purification processes especially TSA, VSA, and PSA systems
• Experience with pilot plant design, construction, run planning, and operation
• Experience with scaling-up engineering and pilot-scale processes to demonstration and commercial-scale designs
• Experience facilitating and managing third-party engineering sub-contracts
• Participation in safety and operational hazard analysis and familiarity with best practices
• Experience designing carbon capture processes is a plus
•  AutoCAD P&ID development is a plus
• Strong technical writing skills

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering from an accredited university
• Minimum 10+ years of industrial process design experience

Physical Demands:

• Lift 40 pounds
• Sit, stand, or kneel for extended periods of time
• Ascend and descend stairs and ladders

Relocation reimbursement is available.

The annual salary range is $125,000-$165,000, plus the complete benefits package.

In accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, actual compensation is subject to variation due to factors as education, experience, skill set, and/or location.

TDA Research, Inc. offers a complete benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance/STD/LTD, 401(k) plan with employer match after a year, and a bank of paid time off (PTO).

If you would like to request assistance with the application or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact hr@tda.com.

TDA Research, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Females / Minority / Veterans / Disabled / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity / Religion / National Origin.

To apply, please follow this link: Apply here for the Senior Process Engineer position