What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Talent Pool – Future Opportunities position at SkyNano?
About SkyNano
SkyNano is a fast-growing startup developing and scaling a breakthrough electrochemical process that converts CO₂ emissions into high-performance carbon nanomaterials. Our team of scientists, engineers, and operators is building first-of-a-kind manufacturing systems that directly impact critical material supply chains and industrial decarbonization. We value creativity, rigorous engineering, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and a deep commitment to solving hard technical problems that matter.
As we expand from pilot to commercial operations, we're looking to connect with mission-driven individuals who want to grow with us—even if we don't have the perfect job posted today.
About The General Talent Pool
If you're excited about SkyNano's mission but don't see a current role that matches your background, we encourage you to apply to our General Talent Pool. This allows us to review your experience and reach out as new roles open that align with your skills and interests.
We Regularly Hire For Roles In
By joining our talent pool, your profile will be considered when we create or open roles such as:
What We Look For
While requirements vary by role, strong candidates for SkyNano typically share:
SkyNano is a fast-growing startup developing and scaling a breakthrough electrochemical process that converts CO₂ emissions into high-performance carbon nanomaterials. Our team of scientists, engineers, and operators is building first-of-a-kind manufacturing systems that directly impact critical material supply chains and industrial decarbonization. We value creativity, rigorous engineering, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and a deep commitment to solving hard technical problems that matter.
As we expand from pilot to commercial operations, we're looking to connect with mission-driven individuals who want to grow with us—even if we don't have the perfect job posted today.
About The General Talent Pool
If you're excited about SkyNano's mission but don't see a current role that matches your background, we encourage you to apply to our General Talent Pool. This allows us to review your experience and reach out as new roles open that align with your skills and interests.
We Regularly Hire For Roles In
- Engineering: Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, Process, Controls/Automation, Materials
- Operations & Manufacturing: Technicians, Operators, EH&S, Facilities
- R&D: Electrochemistry, Materials Science, Analytical Labs
- Business & Support Functions: Business Development, Sales, Project Management, Finance, People Operations, and more
By joining our talent pool, your profile will be considered when we create or open roles such as:
- Engineering leadership or contributor roles supporting scale-up
- new process or equipment development roles
- manufacturing and production support positions
- lab and analytical roles to enable material development
- operations and business support roles as the company grows
What We Look For
While requirements vary by role, strong candidates for SkyNano typically share:
- A passion for tackling complex problems with real-world impact
- Curiosity, adaptability, and a systems mindset
- Ability to thrive in fast-moving, first-of-a-kind environments
- High standards for safety, quality, and technical rigor
- Strong communication skills and collaborative spirit
- Work on mission-critical technology with global impact
- Contribute from day one to a scaling, FOAK manufacturing platform
- Highly collaborative, innovative environment
- Competitive compensation and benefits (health, 401(k) match, PTO, parental leave)
- Flexible scheduling, including optional 9–80
- Knoxville-based team with no routine nights/weekends/on-call
