What You'll Do
Take ownership of the end-to-end process design for Direct Air Capture (DAC) systems, guiding projects from early-stage concepts through to commercial-scale implementation. Develop comprehensive Heat and Material Balances and Process Flow Diagrams to establish the foundation for system performance.
Create and validate Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams with integrated safety and control logic, ensuring compliance with recognized hazard analysis practices. Use advanced simulation platforms such as Aspen Plus or HYSYS to model and refine system behavior, with a focus on minimizing energy intensity—a key factor in DAC efficiency.
Lead the selection and integration of core process components, including contactors, sorbent regeneration units, and thermal management systems. Work closely with mechanical and structural engineering teams to support the modular scale-up of DAC units, translating lab-scale designs into multi-ton operational facilities.
Identify and address technical risks related to solvent or sorbent stability, environmental variability, and energy fluctuations. Partner with external vendors and engineering firms to ensure equipment meets performance, durability, and sustainability benchmarks. Support test operations by diagnosing process inefficiencies and verifying design accuracy during commissioning and startup phases.
Requirements
- Hold a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, or a closely related discipline
- Possess a Professional Engineer (P.Eng) license from a Canadian engineering association
- Bring over a decade of experience in process engineering roles, preferably within energy, chemicals, or gas processing sectors
- Demonstrate expert proficiency with process simulation tools such as Aspen Plus, HYSYS, or PRO/II
- Have a solid grasp of thermodynamics, mass transfer principles, and gas separation methods
- Show the ability to shift between high-level modeling and hands-on technical problem solving
- Communicate complex technical trade-offs clearly to both engineering and non-engineering audiences
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with amine-based solvents, solid sorbents, or electrochemical separation technologies
Benefits
- Engage in transformative projects addressing climate challenges
- Work alongside a collaborative team of skilled engineers and scientists
- Receive a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
- Access opportunities for professional growth and technical leadership
