Process Systems Engineering, Automation

Process Systems Engineering, Automation & Data Integration - Co-opGrow your career. Be the difference. Leading the commercialization of ground-breaking technology that captures CO₂ directly from air is challenging and exhilarating. As a member of the CE team, you’ll be surrounded by smart, adventurous, curious people committed to progressing our Direct Air Capture (DAC) and AIR TO FUELS technologies. We’re a diverse team of innovators hailing from around the world with a shared vision, purpose, and commitment to deliver large scale climate change solutions. Our headquarters is in Squamish, B.C., and our presence is expanding in many other markets around the world as we commercialize our technologies.Our culture combines our heritage as a small company with our ambitious goals. We have a passion for what we do and believe our work will have a true and lasting impact on the world. Many of our employees are drawn to CE because of the direct connection between the game-changing work we do and their own personal values.At our core, Carbon Engineering values integrity, growth, excellence in execution, and fun. This is an environment where people matter, and contributions are noticed. Our employees work hard and are given the opportunity to learn and grow from mistakes. Diversity is embraced, and we value an inclusive work environment where every employee has an equal opportunity to be heard. We work in a dynamic environment and thrive on tackling rewarding and complex problems as a team.Position ScopeReporting to the Senior Systems Engineer, Advanced Automation and Data Integration, the selected candidate will collaborate with the Process Systems Engineering team applying a range of tools and techniques to deliver process modelling, data analytics, advanced automation, and process intelligence solutions. The primary objective is to contribute to projects that enhance CE’s technologies and improve operations for the broader CE team.This position is an 8 month or longer co-op term. Expected start date January 2026.This position is on-site and based in Squamish, BC.The work schedule follows a M-F, 40hrs/week schedule.Relocation support is provided.This position pays $22-26/hour.Health, Safety And EnvironmentDemonstrate a positive safety culture.Identify, report and resolve unsafe conditions, processes or actions within the workplace.Ensure that all safety related incidents, accidents and near misses are reported and investigated in line with company policy.Technical ResponsibilitiesThe key objectives for this position are to enable acceleration of Carbon Engineering’s technology roadmap by supporting demonstration plant operations through two main initiatives:leading and/or assisting with the implementation and testing of process metrics, diagnostics and associated visualizations.support the integration and testing of advanced process controls and soft sensors.Detailed Responsibilities IncludeAsset-based Data Modelling:Develop asset templates that reflect their functional/logical attributesBuild and test calculations for asset metrics, diagnostics, ensuring accurate interpretation over various time periods.Data Visualization:Work with stakeholders from other teams to define objectives or scope for any dashboard or report.Devise visualizations that best convey the most important information.Demonstrate, test and refine with feedback from target audienceAdvanced controls and instrumentation:Using plant simulations, test supervisory control strategies and integration thereof.Support the development and testing of soft-sensor systems which intelligently combine information from data historian, process models, lab tests and real-time instrumentation.Education And ExperienceCompleted second year Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, or Electrical & Computer engineering with coursework and/or experience related to process automation and controls, industrial automation systems, relational databases, graphical user interface and front-end development.Required Technical SkillsExperience with technical computing and data analysis; MATLAB or Python (preferred)Experience with producing engaging visuals, telling a story from dataDesirable Technical SkillsExperience with OSI-PI, Asset Framework and PI VisionExperience with data visualization tools, such as Power BI, Matplotlib, Seaborn, Bokeh or ParaViewExperience with formulating SQL queriesExperience in software developmentRequired Soft SkillsStrong communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively collaborate with team members and share ideas.Curiosity and a willingness to learn, especially in fast-paced or evolving technical environments.Adaptability and problem-solving mindset, with the ability to navigate ambiguity and contribute to creative solutions.Team-oriented attitude, with a focus on collaboration, respect, and mutual support.Time management and organizational skills, to balance multiple tasks and meet deadlines efficiently.Attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and quality in both technical and non-technical work.Carbon Engineering is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age. #J-18808-Ljbffr