Location: Calgary, Alberta (Up to 25% Travel Required)

Department: Engineering

Reports to:
Senior Mechanical Engineer

Role Overview

We are seeking a dedicated Junior Mechanical Engineer to join our Engineering
team. In this role, you will support the Senior Mechanical Engineer
on a number of projects/tasks both in current projects and future plant engineering studies. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative projects that have a tangible impact on sustainability and carbon reduction.

This role is hands-on, providing exposure to a wide range of mechanical equipment, process systems, plant construction & commissioning, as well as prototype lab sized equipment operating experience, in a highly collaborative & innovative environment. The role requires a strong focus on safety, innovation, practicality, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Design & Development: Create, review, and optimize
  prototype lab scale equipment, process systems, mechanical equipment, plant layouts, to meet performance, safety, and efficiency standards.

• Project Support: Provide engineering expertise during engineering design, procurement, installation, modification, and troubleshooting of plant systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical interfaces, lighting, etc.).

• Problem-Solving: Diagnose and resolve mechanical challenges quickly to minimize downtime and improve operational performance.

• Technical Documentation: Prepare engineering drawings, calculations, reports, procedures, and specifications in accordance with company and regulatory standards.

• Collaboration: Work closely with operations, maintenance, and project management teams to ensure successful project execution.

• Continuous Improvement:
  Identify opportunities to enhance system reliability, reduce costs, and increase operational efficiency.

• Compliance & Safety: Ensure all designs and modifications adhere to applicable codes, standards, and safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

• 3rd or 4th year Engineer in Training (E.I.T) with a minimum of 2 years' experience in heavy industry, construction or manufacturing operating plant environment

• Registered with APEGA (P.Eng or EIT)

• Proficiency in MS Office and CAD software (SolidWorks, Autodesk)

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written

• Resourcefulness and extensive hands-on wrenching experience preferred.
  

What we offer

• Competitive salary

• Extended health & dental benefits starting from day 1

• RRSP match

• 3 weeks of paid vacation in addition to 3 days of paid Inclusive-Holidays

• A generous bonus program & stock option

• Hybrid work schedule

Please Note: This position does not offer visa sponsorship. Candidates must be legally able to work in Canada.

About Us

At Carbon Upcycling, your work truly matters. Here, every contribution you make drives meaningful progress toward a low-carbon future. We’re not just solving today’s problems; we’re building solutions that will shape the world for generations to come.
Carbon Upcycling is the carbon and waste circularity company, enabling industries to transform their CO2 and solid waste into enhanced low-carbon cement products. Our mission is to be the most impactful carbon technology company of the decade – a goal we will measure by the amount of CO2 we reduce through capture and abatement. Our target? 4 million tonnes of CO2 reduction by 2030!

Joining Carbon Upcycling means stepping into a fast-paced, high-performance environment that challenges and empowers you to grow like never before. You’ll work on cutting-edge solutions to some of the world’s most complex challenges, gaining real responsibility and seeing the results of your efforts daily.
This is a place where ambition meets action, and where your work has a direct and measurable impact on the future we’re striving to create.
Join us on our journey!