Senior Process Engineer

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Carbonova is a pioneering manufacturing startup leading the charge in sustainability, specializing in carbon capture technology to produce advanced carbon nanofibers. Our commitment to environmental responsibility, innovation, and excellence positions us at the forefront of the green manufacturing revolution. Through a novel chemical catalytic process, Carbonova is converting greenhouse gases (carbon dioxide and methane) into solid carbon products for everyday applications ranging from construction materials and plastics to electronics.

We seek proactive and driven individuals committed to environmental responsibility, innovation, and excellence to join us.

At Carbonova, we’re not just imagining a low‑carbon future—we’re building it. Our team is pioneering the transformation of greenhouse gases into high‑performance carbon nanomaterials, and we’re about to launch our first Commercial Demonstration Unit (CDU). We’re looking for a Senior Process Engineer who’s passionate about innovation, thrives on challenge, and wants to help scale breakthrough technology from pilot to commercial reality.

• Create and refine catalytic reactor models, perform critical process calculations, provide technical oversight on third‑party designs, and ensure our projects meet the highest standards for safety and performance.
• Lead HAZOP participation, manage technical risk registers, anticipate scalability challenges, mitigate risks, and embed safety into every step of our process.
• Analyze data and identify opportunities for process optimization, cost reduction, and technology advancement. Support planning and execution of experiments and translate findings into commercial solutions.
• Serve as technical authority and Owner’s Representative with EPC firms and vendors, ensuring alignment from design through commissioning. Provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineers.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) required
• 8+ years of process engineering experience (chemical/petrochemical preferred) and technical leadership
• Expertise in process design, scale‑up, and FEED studies
• Hands‑on pilot plant and experimental data analysis experience
• Familiarity with HAZOPs, process safety, and risk management
• Collaborative, curious, and committed to safety
• Flexible, entrepreneurial mindset and a passion for mentoring

• Experience with first‑of‑a‑kind technology development
• Familiarity with EPC project execution and vendor management

Join a team where your ideas matter, your expertise is valued, and your work directly contributes to a cleaner, more sustainable world. If you’re ready to lead, innovate, and grow with us, we want to hear from you! Apply today and help us turn greenhouse gases into game‑changing materials.

130,000 – 150,000 CAD per year (Carbonova Headquarters)