Research Technician

Grow 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 TM 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 Scope

The role of Research Technician Technology Development is to efficiently operate and maintain test equipment at the lab, bench, and pilot scale. This includes performing maintenance and upkeep of day-to-day operations of the R&D facilities. They ensure that equipment is functioning properly, troubleshoot issues, and conduct regular maintenance tasks.

Additionally, they contribute to general housekeeping activities such as keeping the workspace clean and organized. Maintaining facility organization is vital to ensure smooth operations and enhance productivity.

This role is full-time and onsite and is based in Squamish, BC.

Safety

Demonstrate 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.

Responsibilities

1. Prepare, operate and maintain Technology Development test equipment according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and test plans.
2. Maintain and upgrade equipment as necessary, working with internal and external resources as needed.
3. Maintain and organize the Technology Development facility.
4. Walk, bend, and stand while completing various tasks.
5. Able to lift 50lbs.
6. Organize their work schedule to ensure all tasks are completed.

Education and Experience

Education: Relevant technical certification from a postsecondary institute.

Experience: 2+ years experience in an industrial or laboratory setting. Knowledge of safe industrial work practices. Mechanical experience with basic hand and power tools. Forklift and aerial lift experience and training desirable. LOTO experience desirable.

Key Competencies

1. Thrive in a fast-paced, agile business and R&D environment.
2. Collaborate well in a team environment, including comfort working in the cross-functional interface between technical, business, and administrative teams.
3. High level of independence and self-motivation; ability to come to the table ready with solutions.
4. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
5. Ability to think critically and strategically.
6. Demonstrated excellence in technical writing.

Offers and Benefits

Carbon Engineering offers a competitive compensation package including extended health benefits. This position is eligible for our standard 40 hours/week work schedule, or our 9/80 work schedule which provides every second Friday off.

Our location in the outdoor recreation hub of Squamish gives you access to world-class skiing, mountain biking, climbing, hiking, and other outdoor activities within minutes of the office, while in close proximity to Vancouver, one of the most beautiful and culturally diverse cities in Canada.

The base salary for this role is $69,700-$86,100 per year. There is also a bonus incentive. Joining Carbon Engineering provides you more than a career – it’s a calling for those who are ready to make a difference in climate action.

We provide hope. 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.