Chemical Process Engineer
Top Benefits
About the role
Positioned at the intersection of sustainability, technology, and critical resource recovery, pH7 Technologies is tackling urgent global challenges in mining and metal recycling by providing innovative closed-loop metal extraction processes. We are a dynamic, fast-paced company driven by a culture of innovation and collaboration. Our team is committed to attracting and retaining top, diverse talent who share our vision of building a better, cleaner planet.
Job Summary
As a Chemical Process Engineer at pH7 Technologies, you will play a key role in delivering internal engineering projects focused on improving existing processes and introducing new technologies at scale. You will collaborate closely with production stakeholders to implement design improvements and work extensively with external vendors and contractors to support effective project execution. You will also contribute to process safety by facilitating risk assessments and supporting the safe implementation of engineering changes.
This role is well-suited to a proactive and resourceful engineer with a strong focus on structured project execution, technical rigour, and delivering projects on time and on budget.
What You’ll Do
- Support capital projects through the entire project life cycle, starting from requirements gathering to detailed design and procurement.
- Provide process engineering support for capital projects.
- Participate in development of process documentation, including PFDs, P&IDs, equipment list, preliminary equipment sizing, specifications, data sheets, and design criteria
- Serve as a point of contact for equipment vendors.
- Manage vendor relationships including technical evaluation, specification development, and procurement coordination
- Apply knowledge of process control systems and instrumentation in project design and implementation
- Compile and interpret engineering data from various sources and integrate into the project design.
- Integrate process safety into plant design and operation.
- Project planning and coordination for small projects, as required.
- Development of project scope, timeline/schedule and estimated budget for small projects. Managing scope, schedule and costs for these projects. Project coordination internally and externally with suppliers and contractors.
- Serve as facilitator for process safety initiatives including risk assessments, audits and action tracking
What You'll Need
- Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering from an accredited university.
- Registered or eligible for registration as a P.Eng. or EIT with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC).
- Eight (8) years of professional experience in engineering design for chemical processing plants.
- Experience in full cycle of process engineering from conceptual stage, through basic design to detail design. Experience in development of design criteria (process basis of design), PFDs, P&IDs, equipment list, preliminary equipment sizing, specifications, process data sheets, etc.
- Strong technical aptitude with demonstrated problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Working knowledge of relevant engineering design codes and standards.
- Experience with process control and instrumentation design.
- Strong communication skills in English, with the ability to engage effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
- High attention to detail, with a disciplined approach to project documentation and time management.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with evolving project demands.
How You’ll Stand Out
- Experience working in an engineering consulting environment.
- Demonstrated experience coordinating with vendors and contractors, including technical review and professional communication.
- Exposure to complex, multi-disciplinary projects involving process design, controls, and field implementation.
- Comfort working in early-stage, fast-growing organizations where priorities may shift as projects evolve.
Working Hours & Environment
This is a full-time, on-site position with pH7 Technologies, based at our Demonstration Plant in South Burnaby. Regular on-site presence is required. Occasional travel between pH7 locations within the Lower Mainland may be required to support project and operational needs.
Benefits
-Salary Range: $90,000 to $120,000
- Compensation packages that scale with seniority, including ESOP equity and performance-based bonuses.
- Comprehensive, 100% company-funded extended health and dental coverage
- Access to free and low-cost mental health and wellness resources
- Three (3) weeks of paid vacation
- Ongoing professional development and growth opportunities
- Monthly all-staff team huddles with company updates, team-building activities, and social connection
- Regular opportunities to celebrate team achievements and milestones together
All applicants will be required to participate in a criminal history and credit history background check as part of the onboarding process. All employment offers at pH7 Technologies are contingent upon successfully completing and passing these checks.
pH7 Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive, respectful workplace that values the unique backgrounds, talents, and perspectives of all individuals. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and lived experiences and welcome those who bring diverse ideas and contributions to our team.
About pH7 Technologies
pH7's award-winning closed-loop technology is transforming critical metals extraction, supporting the transition to clean and renewable energy (e.g., hydrogen). This innovative process increases the supply of critical metals—such as copper, platinum, palladium, rhodium, and radium—through an environmentally and economically sustainable approach rooted in the circular economy.
The process uses organic, inorganic, and electrochemical methods to recovers metals from primary and secondary resources, including end-of-life materials that traditional methods struggle to process. It reduces wastewater, prevents hazardous chemicals from entering the environment, and lowers CO2 emissions to near zero. This approach makes it possible to sustainably extract the critical metals needed for green energy solutions.
Recent Recognition & Awards: Recognized “One to Watch” at the 2024 Cleantech Export Summit by Export Development Canada (EDC)
Winner of the Environmental Sustainability Award, In 2024 Burnaby Board of Trade Business Excellence Awards
Named in the prestigious 2024 Global Cleantech 100
Selected for the SET100 list of emerging climate tech startups
Recipient of Clean50/Clean16 awards for excellence in cleantech R&D
Strategic Partnerships: We're proud to collaborate with industry leaders including BASF, Mitsubishi International, and Johnson Matthey to advance sustainable metal processing globally.
Our Technology Advantage: Proprietary process that outperforms traditional pyro and hydro metallurgy approaches
Zero toxic emissions, wastewater, or effluent
Significantly reduced energy consumption
Higher quality metal recovery
Economically viable processing of previously uneconomical materials
Our breakthrough technology is enabling the transition to renewable energy while helping partners achieve their sustainability goals in four key areas:
PGM processing Copper ore extraction E-waste recycling Green hydrogen production
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Chemical Process Engineer
Top Benefits
About the role
Positioned at the intersection of sustainability, technology, and critical resource recovery, pH7 Technologies is tackling urgent global challenges in mining and metal recycling by providing innovative closed-loop metal extraction processes. We are a dynamic, fast-paced company driven by a culture of innovation and collaboration. Our team is committed to attracting and retaining top, diverse talent who share our vision of building a better, cleaner planet.
Job Summary
As a Chemical Process Engineer at pH7 Technologies, you will play a key role in delivering internal engineering projects focused on improving existing processes and introducing new technologies at scale. You will collaborate closely with production stakeholders to implement design improvements and work extensively with external vendors and contractors to support effective project execution. You will also contribute to process safety by facilitating risk assessments and supporting the safe implementation of engineering changes.
This role is well-suited to a proactive and resourceful engineer with a strong focus on structured project execution, technical rigour, and delivering projects on time and on budget.
What You’ll Do
- Support capital projects through the entire project life cycle, starting from requirements gathering to detailed design and procurement.
- Provide process engineering support for capital projects.
- Participate in development of process documentation, including PFDs, P&IDs, equipment list, preliminary equipment sizing, specifications, data sheets, and design criteria
- Serve as a point of contact for equipment vendors.
- Manage vendor relationships including technical evaluation, specification development, and procurement coordination
- Apply knowledge of process control systems and instrumentation in project design and implementation
- Compile and interpret engineering data from various sources and integrate into the project design.
- Integrate process safety into plant design and operation.
- Project planning and coordination for small projects, as required.
- Development of project scope, timeline/schedule and estimated budget for small projects. Managing scope, schedule and costs for these projects. Project coordination internally and externally with suppliers and contractors.
- Serve as facilitator for process safety initiatives including risk assessments, audits and action tracking
What You'll Need
- Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering from an accredited university.
- Registered or eligible for registration as a P.Eng. or EIT with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC).
- Eight (8) years of professional experience in engineering design for chemical processing plants.
- Experience in full cycle of process engineering from conceptual stage, through basic design to detail design. Experience in development of design criteria (process basis of design), PFDs, P&IDs, equipment list, preliminary equipment sizing, specifications, process data sheets, etc.
- Strong technical aptitude with demonstrated problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Working knowledge of relevant engineering design codes and standards.
- Experience with process control and instrumentation design.
- Strong communication skills in English, with the ability to engage effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
- High attention to detail, with a disciplined approach to project documentation and time management.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with evolving project demands.
How You’ll Stand Out
- Experience working in an engineering consulting environment.
- Demonstrated experience coordinating with vendors and contractors, including technical review and professional communication.
- Exposure to complex, multi-disciplinary projects involving process design, controls, and field implementation.
- Comfort working in early-stage, fast-growing organizations where priorities may shift as projects evolve.
Working Hours & Environment
This is a full-time, on-site position with pH7 Technologies, based at our Demonstration Plant in South Burnaby. Regular on-site presence is required. Occasional travel between pH7 locations within the Lower Mainland may be required to support project and operational needs.
Benefits
-Salary Range: $90,000 to $120,000
- Compensation packages that scale with seniority, including ESOP equity and performance-based bonuses.
- Comprehensive, 100% company-funded extended health and dental coverage
- Access to free and low-cost mental health and wellness resources
- Three (3) weeks of paid vacation
- Ongoing professional development and growth opportunities
- Monthly all-staff team huddles with company updates, team-building activities, and social connection
- Regular opportunities to celebrate team achievements and milestones together
All applicants will be required to participate in a criminal history and credit history background check as part of the onboarding process. All employment offers at pH7 Technologies are contingent upon successfully completing and passing these checks.
pH7 Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive, respectful workplace that values the unique backgrounds, talents, and perspectives of all individuals. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and lived experiences and welcome those who bring diverse ideas and contributions to our team.
About pH7 Technologies
pH7's award-winning closed-loop technology is transforming critical metals extraction, supporting the transition to clean and renewable energy (e.g., hydrogen). This innovative process increases the supply of critical metals—such as copper, platinum, palladium, rhodium, and radium—through an environmentally and economically sustainable approach rooted in the circular economy.
The process uses organic, inorganic, and electrochemical methods to recovers metals from primary and secondary resources, including end-of-life materials that traditional methods struggle to process. It reduces wastewater, prevents hazardous chemicals from entering the environment, and lowers CO2 emissions to near zero. This approach makes it possible to sustainably extract the critical metals needed for green energy solutions.
Recent Recognition & Awards: Recognized “One to Watch” at the 2024 Cleantech Export Summit by Export Development Canada (EDC)
Winner of the Environmental Sustainability Award, In 2024 Burnaby Board of Trade Business Excellence Awards
Named in the prestigious 2024 Global Cleantech 100
Selected for the SET100 list of emerging climate tech startups
Recipient of Clean50/Clean16 awards for excellence in cleantech R&D
Strategic Partnerships: We're proud to collaborate with industry leaders including BASF, Mitsubishi International, and Johnson Matthey to advance sustainable metal processing globally.
Our Technology Advantage: Proprietary process that outperforms traditional pyro and hydro metallurgy approaches
Zero toxic emissions, wastewater, or effluent
Significantly reduced energy consumption
Higher quality metal recovery
Economically viable processing of previously uneconomical materials
Our breakthrough technology is enabling the transition to renewable energy while helping partners achieve their sustainability goals in four key areas:
PGM processing Copper ore extraction E-waste recycling Green hydrogen production