Test Engineer

Ekona Power is a Vancouver-based breakthrough technology company developing a novel methane pyrolysis platform for low-cost, clean hydrogen and carbon black production.We believe this technology will have a significant and positive impact in a world trying to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and address Climate Change. The ideal candidate should be comfortable working in a start-up environment, and have a positive, solution-oriented attitude, working out of our North Burnaby facility.
Along with our innovative technology, we are creating an inclusive and collaborative work environment where your ideas and input count.

Summary:

We are looking for a Test Engineerto support design validation of Ekonas Steady Flow Reactor (SFR) as well as Gen2 reactor platforms. Reporting to the Test Engineering Team Lead, the Test Engineer will support the R&D and Product Development teams, validating reactor concepts to achieve key performance indicators (KPIs).

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead the operation of the Steady Flow Reactor.
• Assist in development and operation of Gen2 reactor system.
• Operate process equipment and balance of plant.
• Develop and execute detailed test plans to characterize said equipment regarding emissions, system performance and other corporate KPIs.
• Develop, evolve, own, and maintain high standards for test reporting on SFR operations.

• Support the design of detailed test systems including process design, electrical and control requirements.
• Support mechanical and electrical modifications to the reactor system.

• Develop test safety processes and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

• Participate in safety analyses such as HAZOP, PHA, DFMEA.

• Support the development and management of large test data sets.
• Analyze test data, develop and distribute focused and timely test reports.
• Collect experimental test data to validate analytical models.
• Perform thermal and combustion metric calculations.
• Work early morning, late afternoon, or night shift hours (up to 12hrs) with adequate notice when required for extended test operation.

You Bring:

• Bachelors degree or higher in mechanical, chemical, process, or systems engineering (or equivalent)
• 4-8 years relevant and comparable experience in testing/engineering environments.
• Experience with both high and low speed instrumentation (dynamic pressure and temperature sensors), flow meters, regulators, etc.
• Hands-on experience with high-pressure piping and fittings, and high pressure, high temperature chemical processes.
• Experience with process control system hardware and DAQ software (DCS, HMI, PLC, National Instruments), etc.

• Familiarity with document test asset designs using PFD, PIDs, Instrument Index, Line List, Piping Isometrics, Wiring Diagrams, Plant 3D layout, etc.

• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Exceptional organizational skills.
• Strong communication abilities: both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Ability to travel occasionally, if/when required
• Ability to work an averaging schedule during testing periods- morning, late afternoon, or night shifts (up to 12 hours)

Additional Experience (an asset):

• Experience with thermal sciences, focusing on reacting/combustion systems
• Combustion test experience with thorough involvement operating the following:
  • Gas Turbines
  • Boilers and Process Heaters
  • Flares
  • Experimental burners (or the like)
• Relevant Industry, R&D and Product Development experience from fields such as: Aerospace, Boilers, Petrochemical, Gas Turbines, or the like
• Experience with data analysis and data management tools such as databases and scripting (Python, MATLAB)

• Strong understanding of O2 and H2 system safety
• Experience with gas sampling and continuous emissions monitoring systems (CEMS)

Work Environment

• The work location is the Ekona head office in Burnaby, British Columbia (in person)
• Laboratory, office and industrial plant setting

Working Hours

• Full-time position, typically 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• During testing, you will be required to work special shifts including nights and weekends in 12-hour durations over a specified period (i.e. 2 weeks periods)

We Offer

Purposeful work - we are developing breakthrough technology that transforms the way we produce clean hydrogen and carbon black to combat climate change.

In addition, you will benefit from:

• Competitive compensation, plus bonus and equity options
• Extended health and dental plan + health and wellness spending account
• Free parking
• Great team to work with

Be a part of our breakthrough environmental solution and apply today.

This compensation range takes into account a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to job-related skills, experience, and relevant training or education, business and organizational needs. Actual offers will be based on a combination of these factors, taking into account internal equity.