Senior Plant Process Engineer

Location

8800 Glenlyon Pkwy, Burnaby, British Columbia

Technical Level 4

T4 ENGG (MECH, CHEM, ELEC, PROC, TEST, CAD)

Svante is a rapidly growing clean energy technology company making commercial‑scale carbon capture and removal a reality and enabling global industries to play offense in the fight against climate change that will accelerate the global transition to a lower‑carbon economy. The growing success of our company is owed to our commitment to our people, our emphasis on our values, and our innovative technology.

Passion is put into what we do every day.

As a Senior Plant Process Engineer, you will develop, design, and optimize carbon capture gas processing plants for various industrial applications. This role will support early engagement & technical discussions with potential customers as part of the Business Development/Sales Team support. You will be responsible for bringing into Svante the understanding of what priorities are for the customer and their concerns both technical as well as business wise in collaboration with PDM/BD.

You will play a key role in scaling up a novel solid adsorption gas separation process from the pilot plant size to full commercial scale CO₂ capture plant. You will use an in‑depth understanding of fluid mechanics and thermodynamics and get heavily involved in the application of mass transport phenomena knowledge in chemical engineering. You will take on all project‑related basic process engineering deliverables of Svante’s licensing technology package for a specific project including block flow and process flow diagrams (PFD), heat and material balances, P&, utility flow diagram and requirements, major equipment specifications and sizing, general plant layout and project CAPEX and OPEX.

• 10+ years of experience in chemical process development, design, and operations.
• Strong technical background in gas processing, steam generation systems, and CO₂ capture technologies.
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and simulation software such as HYSYS and Aspen.
• Hands‑on experience in gas plant construction, commissioning, and project engineering management.
• Consistently observe health, safety, and security procedures, promoting a safety‑first culture.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to build strong working relationships.
• Critical thinking and sound judgment to solve complex problems and deliver results in challenging environments.
• Effective working with cross‑functional teams and diverse stakeholders, adapting well to change.
• Capable of developing and delivering presentations, and strong written and oral communication skills.

• Lead Svante carbon capture projects from concept to completion, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
• Prepare the Basis of Design document, detailing design standards, site conditions, utility availability, emissions limits, and system performance requirements.
• Ensure safety and regulatory compliance, conducting risk assessments and developing mitigation strategies aligned with environmental standards.
• Design and troubleshoot gas processing systems, applying mass, momentum, and heat transfer principles to conceptual and detailed process and equipment design.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to develop PFDs, P&IDs, and control philosophy manuals, ensuring all designs meet specified regulations.
• Perform HAZOP and techno‑economic analyses, evaluating safety, environmental impact, and project costs during the pre‑construction phase.
• Mentor junior engineers and represent the organization by presenting technical papers and reference cases at industry conferences.
• Stay current with industry trends and innovations, identifying opportunities to enhance chemical engineering and carbon capture technologies.

Svante is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs. All employment…