Research Scientist Co-op

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

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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

Research Scientist Co-op

role supports the Technology Development team across a broad range of research activities that improve the current Direct Air Capture (DAC) technology and lead to the development of new DAC technologies. The Technology Development team develops solutions that reduce plant costs and enable new markets and broaden commercial opportunities. Major responsibilities of the Research Scientist Co-op role range from conducting experimental studies and analyses in the lab.

You'll be a key part of an elite, multidisciplinary team of scientists and engineers working at the forefront of driving the cost of carbon capture down, which is critical for widespread adoption of DAC. Successful candidates are driven students with a keen interest in applying their knowledge in chemistry, physics, and engineering to the development of clean technologies.

- This position is an 8 month or longer co-op term. Start dates are flexible.

- This position is onsite 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.

- Expected start date is May 2026.

Health, Safety And Environment

- 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.

- Follow all existing health and safety related standard operating procedures.

Key Responsibilities

- Primary focus will be to collect samples, conduct analysis, analyze and post results, and communicate process deviations in support of Technology Development team.

- Support the Technology Development team with experimental design and execution, data analysis, and communication of results.

Technical

- Perform experiments at laboratory, bench-scale, and pilot scale.

- Assist with experiment design, data analysis, and reporting of results.

- Collect process samples from the plant for analysis.

- Provide timely processing and analysis of test samples in accordance with the sampling schedule, including:

- Spectroscopy

- Particle Size Analysis

- Gravimetric determinations

- ICP-OES

- TIC

- Microscopy

- Titrations

- Conduct sample receiving, data entry and chemical inventory through LIMS.

- Perform routine maintenance and calibration on laboratory equipment by following the Laboratory Quality Control procedures and notifying lab supervisor if an out of calibration exists.

- Interpret the results based on the analysis, discuss deviations/off specifications results with the Technology Development Team and assist in identifying corrective actions which can include resampling.

- Recognize atypical results in the lab/ pilot plant and collaborate with the Technology Development Team to identify the root cause. Review and validate the results.

- Support plant analyzer validation studies.

- Maintain the laboratory in a clean, tidy, and serviceable condition including managing sample waste disposal.

- Ensure that best practice is identified and implemented for laboratory procedures and data analysis.

- Identify, capture, and communicate lessons learned and implement solutions where appropriate.

- Foster and maintain a positive culture within the Technology Development team; promote effective teamwork effort, a questioning mindset, and recognize failure as a learning opportunity.

- Complete training requirements for CE processes and gain a critical understanding of pilot plant systems, process fundamentals, and technology development.

Education

- Currently enrolled in Canadian post-secondary institute (3rd, or 4th year, or Masters).

- Enrollment in an undergraduate or Masters co-op program in Chemistry, Biochemistry or Chemical Engineering.

Key Competencies

- Understanding of mass transfer, thermodynamics, kinetics, and other chemistry principles.

- Ability to effectively communicate technical information.

- Experience performing laboratory experiments and operating lab analytical equipment.

- Experience evaluating novel equipment and processes is an asset.

- Experience following standard operating procedures is an asset.

Required Other Skills

- Strong 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.

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.