Lead Process Engineer for Carbon Capture

4 weeks ago


Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada Svante Full time

Location: Glenlyon Pkwy, Burnaby, British Columbia

Career Level: Technical Level

About Us:

Svante is an innovative clean energy technology firm dedicated to making large-scale carbon capture and removal a viable reality. We empower global industries to take proactive measures in combating climate change, facilitating the transition to a sustainable, lower-carbon economy.

Our company's rapid growth is attributed to our dedication to our workforce, our core values, and our pioneering technology. We infuse passion into our daily operations.

Role Overview:

As the Senior Plant Process Engineer, you will be instrumental in the development, design, commissioning, testing, and optimization of carbon capture gas processing facilities tailored for diverse industrial applications. You will collaborate with the Business Development/Sales Team, providing technical support during initial engagements and discussions with prospective clients. Your responsibilities will encompass all project-related basic process engineering deliverables associated with Svante's licensing technology package for specific projects, including:

  • Block flow and process flow diagrams (PFD)
  • Heat and material balances
  • Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID)
  • Utility flow diagrams and requirements
  • Specifications and sizing for major equipment
  • General plant layout and project capital/operational cost assessments

Essential Skills and Qualifications:

  • A minimum of years of experience in the development, design, and operation of chemical processes.
  • A Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook, as well as process simulation software (Hysys and Aspen).
  • A robust technical background with expertise in gas processing and steam generation systems.
  • Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to provide sound recommendations.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

  • Experience with solvent-based CO2 capture plants utilizing Selective Chemical Absorption Solvents and Thermal Kinetic Optimization processes, or relevant experience in gas separation processing or gas power plants.
  • A strong technical foundation in CO2 capture technologies.

Success Metrics in This Role:

  • Act as the technical lead from project inception to completion, ensuring delivery aligns with budget, schedule, and quality standards in Svante's carbon capture initiatives.
  • Prepare the Basis of Design document, encompassing design standards, site conditions, available utilities, emission and waste stream limitations, and overall performance requirements for the carbon capture system.
  • Design greenfield gas processing facilities, oversee modifications and upgrades, and troubleshoot existing process designs.
  • Apply principles of mass, momentum, and heat transfer to process and equipment design, including conceptual, schematic, and detailed design.
  • Conduct process hazard and operability analysis (HAZOP) and evaluate the safety and environmental impact of the plant.
  • Perform techno-economic analysis (TEA) and assess the capital and operational costs of projects during the pre-construction phase.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Svante is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all recruitment and hiring practices, compensation, benefits, discipline, transfer, termination, and all other employment terms and conditions.

Pay Equity Statement:

Svante believes in pay equity, fairness, and transparency, which is why we include a salary range in our job postings. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The actual salary offered to the final candidate will be based on the salary range shown and will vary depending on the candidate's experience, qualifications, and anticipated performance level. We assess all candidates individually and strive to offer competitive and equitable compensation packages.

Base pay is just one component of the Total Rewards that recognize employees for their performance and contributions. In addition to Base Pay, Svante provides comprehensive benefits to employees, including Restricted Share Units, Extended Health and Dental Plans, Retirement Savings Plans, free access to a Fitness Centre, and more.



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