Chemical Engineer

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Laboratory & Experimental Work

Plan and execute feedstock characterization experiments (e.g., composition, impurity profiling, particle size, reactivity) to establish design bases for process engineering.

Perform acid leaching, dissolution, and other bench-scale experiments to validate process chemistry and generate data for equipment sizing and selection.

Design and run experiments that de-risk scale-up decisions, including impurity removal, separation, and product quality studies.

Analyze experimental data and translate results into process design inputs, mass balances, and equipment specifications

Maintain rigorous experimental records and generate clear technical reports and recommendations

Engineering

Perform process simulations and design for electrochemical cement production modules.

Lead equipment sizing, selection, and specification for critical process units (vessels, towers, exchangers, pumps, compressors, etc.).

Generate PFDs, heat and material balances, and P&IDs.

Prepare process information for instrumentation design and selection.

Determine line sizing and generate line lists.

Ensure process engineering is done accurately and to high standards with compliance to applicable codes and regulations.

Coordinate with other process engineers, project teama members, and project managers to ensure design execution aligns with scope and schedule.

Support process safety studies (HAZOP, HAZID, SIL, LOPA, etc.).

Support procurement activities: prepare data sheets, issue RFQs, compare vendor quotes, and participate in vendor selection.

Prepare operating manuals, shutdown keys, alarm and set point lists.

Review and approve fabrication drawings.

Support techno-economic modelling and lifecycle analysis to guide scale-up decisions.

Other duties as required to achieve CURA’s technical milestones.

Safety Documentation

Develop and document hazard assessments

Responsibly manage chemical handling, storage, and safety

Develop and document standard operating procedures for electrochemical cement production operations

Maintain rigorous experimental records and generate clear technical reports and recommendations

Collaboration & Communication

Effectively collaborate across an interdisciplinary team

Effectively communicate outcomes and provide recommendations for further development to the management team

Responsibly identify and manage IP, and communicate it to management, internal team members, and external stakeholders

Leadership & External Relationships

Manage relationships with external stakeholders, such as vendors, suppliers, and partners

Contribute to a culture of honesty, transparency, innovation, and safety

Qualifications

Required

Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

Master's degree (or higher) in Chemical Engineering or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Minimum 4 years of experience in laboratory-based process development, process design, scale-up, or industrial operations (clean tech or cement industry experience is a plus).

Hands-on wet chemistry laboratory experience, including experimental design, execution, and data analysis.

Strong knowledge of electrochemical systems, materials processing, or industrial decarbonization technologies.

Proficiency in process modelling tools (Aspen Plus, COMSOL, or equivalent).

Eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or Engineer-in-Training (E.I.T.) with APEGA.

Experience managing external engineering partners or contractors is an asset.

Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.

What We Offer

The opportunity to do original technology development at the frontier of industrial decarbonization

Competitive salary and early-stage equity stock options

Generous vacation policy and a flexible, mission-driven culture

A chance to make a measurable impact on global climate solutions

How to Apply

We know great candidates don't always check every box, if you are excited about this role and CURA's mission, we would love to hear from you.

CURA is an equal opportunity employer committed to accommodating candidates throughout the recruitment process. Please advise us of any accommodation needs.