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Mechanical Design Engineer

Carbon UpcyclingCalgary, Alberta, CanadaOnsite

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COOLocation: CalgaryOverviewAs a MechanicalDesign Engineeryou will be responsible for designing, developing, and testing mechanical components and systems, ensuring they meet high standards of performance and reliability. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical engineering, proficiency in CAD software, and a keen eye for detail. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to bring cutting-edge solutions to life, contributing to the advancement of our products and technologies.If you are passionate about engineering and eager to make a significant impact, we would love to hear from you!Key Responsibilities:Technical Proficiency

  • Create and refine CAD (Inventor) models for new and existing equipment 

  • Identify operational and equipment design deficiencies and corrective action opportunities in running equipment/plants

  • Design and build research and development scale equipment for the R&D team

  • Provide technical feedback to the Business Development team on new plant proposals

  • Collaborate with the site operations manager to develop appropriate repair scopes and upgrades for the pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical & rotating equipment

  • Assist with the development of internal engineering best practices, and standards.

Vendor Management

  • Participate in vendor engagement and selection; manage relationships with vendors

  • Participate in client site visits for new project assessments and design integration

  • Qualify external contractors, SMEs, and EPC organizations for current and future processing plants around the world

Stakeholder Engagement

  • Represent Carbon Upcycling in client facing discussions including managing technical discussions with clients

  • Assist in performing field inspection and signoff of completed installation packages at client sites

  • Prepare request for information and request for quotation packages 

Budgeting

  • Assist in quarterly budget updates and the planning of future equipment/programs

Project Management

  • Ability to manage projects, including preparing cost estimates, design specifications, and timelines

  • Support the lead mechanical engineer in various tasks, including plant design, vendor equipment customization, in-house manufactured equipment assembly designs, project management, and facilitating engineering team meetings.

Health & Safety

  • Adhere to strict health, safety, and environmental protocols, ensuring all operations follow company and regulatory standards. 

  • Wear full personal protective equipment (PPE) as required, including respiratory masks, gloves, and protective clothing (provided)

  • Report any safety concerns, hazards, or incidents to supervisors and participate in the investigation and resolution of safety-related issues

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineeringpreferred

  • Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) Registered withAPEGA

  • Minimum of five (5) years of mechanical design experience

  • Minimum of three (3) years of experience with 3D CAD modelling and Finite Element A Analysis (FEA)

  • Understanding of sustainable engineering practices, energy efficiency, and carbon reduction technologies

  • Expertise in problem analysis, problem-solving and design thinking

  • Effective technical communication skills, both oral and written

  • Detail oriented with strong organizational skill

  • Knowledge of safe work procedures

  • Intermediate – advanced computer skills (Office 365)

  • High emotional intelligence in engaging multiple stakeholders

  • Previous experience in a similar role for a start-up company is considered an asset
  • Ability to manage projects, including preparing cost estimates, design specifications, and timelines

Life at Carbon Upcycling

Carbon Upcycling is a waste and carbon utilization company unlocking a new frontier of circular materials. We’re tackling the biggest problems on the planet—like climate change and industrial waste. Applying our novel technology platform, we enable hard-to-decarbonize industry to transform local industrial byproducts and natural materials into superior additives.Our first massive market is concrete, the source of eight percent of global CO2 emissions and growing. Our novel technology reduces the carbon footprint of cement, sequesters carbon, andimproves concrete performance. We do this by opening up a new class of locally available, carbon-sequestering cement replacements. With Carbon Upcycling, cement producers can now create a superior product using local industrial byproducts and natural materials and save the planet at the same time.
Thrive Here & What We ValueCollaborative and innovative work environment | Opportunities for skill development | Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including extended health benefits, paid parental leave, bereavement time, vacation and sick leave, health and life insurance, stock options, RRSP match, and extensive training opportunities. | Fixed schedule from Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with the possibility of additional hours as needed. Any extra hours will be scheduled in advance and may offer the opportunity to bank hours for later use.</s> | 1. Challenging and rewarding role in a dynamic and diverse work environment | 2. Opportunities for professional growth and development | 3. Competitive compensation package, including marketbased salary, bonus, stock options, and RRSP matching | 4. Willingness to travel up to 25% | 5. Missiondriven company that aims to reduce CO2 emissions through capture and abatement.</s> | 1. Passionate about engineering and eager to make a significant impact | 2. Collaborative work environment with crossfunctional teams | 3. Adhere to strict health, safety, and environmental protocols, ensuring all operations follow company and regulatory standards. | 4. Wear full personal protective equipment (PPE) as required, including respiratory masks, gloves, and protective clothing (provided) | 5. Report any safety concerns, hazards, or incidents to supervisors and participate in the investigation and resolution of safetyrelated issues.</s> | Fast-paced, high-performance environment that challenges and empowers you to grow like never before. | Cutting-edge solutions to some of the world’s most complex challenges, gaining real responsibility and seeing the results of your efforts daily. | A place where ambition meets action, and where your work has a direct and measurable impact on the future we’re striving to create.</s> | 1. CUT values safety above all else. | 2. CUT prioritizes teamwork and collaboration to achieve common goals. | 3. CUT encourages continuous learning and professional development for its employees. | 4. CUT fosters a culture of innovation and creativity in finding solutions to complex problems. | 5. CUT strives to create a positive work environment that promotes worklife balance.</s>

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