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Sublime Systems

Sublime Systems

51-200 employees

Produces low-carbon cement for construction

Industrial & Manufacturing
Energy

Mid

Cambridge, MA, USA

Position is in person at Sublime’s headquarters in Somerville, MA, with occasional flexibility to work from home.

Category
Lab & Research
Environmental Sciences
Interdisciplinary Research
Life Sciences
Requirements
  • Ph.D. in civil engineering, materials science, materials chemistry, or a related field.
  • Expert knowledge of cement materials chemistry, including cement hydration reaction mechanisms and material structure-property-function relationships.
  • Academic, government, or industrial research and/or product development experience in cement, SCMs, admixtures, or related materials.
  • Ability to select, design, and/or apply tools and techniques to measure cement’s key physical and chemical properties.
  • Ability to use physical and chemical characterization techniques for cement materials such as laser diffraction, TGA, XRF, XRD, optical microscopy, and/or SEM
  • Experience applying ASTM standard testing methods for cement materials.
  • Knowledge of statistical methods including design of experiments is preferred.
  • Strong presentation and communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills required to develop and maintain effective working relationships with all team members.
  • Organizational acumen to organize and prioritize research efforts.
  • Ability to pay close attention to detail, focusing on accuracy and quality, without losing sight of the bigger picture.
  • Balance, perspective, and a good sense of humor.
Responsibilities
  • Developing and implementing new experimental methods and tools to validate and optimize the performance of Sublime’s cement
  • Performing lab experiments including cement property measurements, analyzing data, and presenting results
  • Devising and implementing strategies to improve cement performance
  • Prioritizing and organizing the team’s research activities
  • Championing safety, especially in the development of experimental processes
  • Contributing to the development of Sublime’s technology through literature reviews and informational interviews with industry experts
  • Writing white papers, reports, and patent applications
  • Championing safety, especially in the development of experimental processes.
  • Fostering a supportive, inclusive, innovative, and dynamic company culture.

Sublime Systems produces low-carbon cement aimed at reducing the environmental impact of traditional cement manufacturing. Their unique process eliminates the need for a kiln, which is typically the most energy-intensive part of cement production. The low-carbon cement they offer performs similarly to conventional cement but with significantly lower CO2 emissions, making it appealing to various stakeholders in the construction industry, including infrastructure owners, engineers, and contractors. Unlike competitors, Sublime Systems focuses on sustainability without sacrificing performance, and they sell their product by the metric ton for large-scale projects. Their goal is to commercialize this low-carbon cement and work towards achieving zero emissions in the future.

Company Stage

Series A

Total Funding

$96.4M

Headquarters

Somerville, Massachusetts

Founded

2020

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

20%

1 year growth

37%

2 year growth

179%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Sublime Systems has secured substantial funding, including an $87 million grant from the Department of Energy, which will accelerate the construction of its low-carbon cement plant.
  • The company's first commercial application at One Boston Wharf demonstrates its market viability and potential for widespread adoption in green construction projects.
  • Partnerships with major stakeholders like Vineyard Offshore and WS Development highlight the growing demand and trust in Sublime Systems' innovative product.

What critics are saying

  • The high initial costs associated with setting up new manufacturing plants and scaling production could pose financial challenges.
  • The construction industry’s slow adoption of new technologies may delay the widespread use of Sublime Systems' low-carbon cement.

What makes Sublime Systems unique

  • Sublime Systems' kiln-free, electrochemical process for cement production significantly reduces CO2 emissions, setting it apart from traditional cement manufacturers.
  • The company's focus on sustainability and zero emissions aligns with the growing demand for green building materials, giving it a competitive edge in the construction industry.
  • Sublime Systems' ability to produce low-carbon cement that performs on par with traditional cement without compromising quality is a key differentiator.

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