Junior Chemical Process Engineer

Saltworks Technologies is a leading Canadian cleantech company solving two of the world's most pressing industrial challenges: water sustainability and critical minerals supply. We design and build advanced industrial water treatment and lithium refining systems for some of the world's most recognized companies – in semiconductors, mining, automotive, and more. Saltworks is a 2025 Fast 50 Company and EY Entrepreneur of the Year award winner.

The role:

Join Saltworks as a Junior Process Engineer and grow your career in clean technology!

We are seeking Chemical or Process Engineers with two or more years of professional experience who are interested in building a long-term career in advanced water treatment and lithium recovery technologies. This role offers meaningful technical responsibility, opportunities to travel, and hands-on involvement in developing and deploying innovative process solutions.

No prior water treatment experience is required. We value initiative, strong engineering fundamentals, and the ability to learn. You will be supported by experienced engineers committed to mentorship and technical development.

Key responsibilities:

• Contribute to the process design and optimization of lithium recovery and advanced desalination systems, including development of PFDs, P&IDs, and mass balance models for modular water treatment processes.
• Support the development and validation of mathematical process models to evaluate performance, optimize designs, and inform technology scale-up.
• Research, evaluate, and recommend process equipment, instrumentation, and control strategies based on technical, operational, and economic considerations.
• Assist in developing control philosophies and process narratives to support automation, safe operation, and consistent system performance.
• Participate in Process Hazard Analyses (PHA), HAZOPs, and design reviews to support safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance throughout project execution.
• Contribute to commissioning planning, execution, and performance testing to validate system operation and achieve design targets.
• Collaborate with senior engineers to improve team standards, workflows, and overall technical capability, contributing to continuous improvement and process excellence.

You will be a great fit if you have:

• A degree in Chemical Engineering or Process Engineering.
• Relevant experience in Process or Chemical Engineering within an industrial setting (design, testing, or operations), or other professional experience with clearly transferable skills.
• Familiarity with developing P&IDs using AutoCAD P&ID or similar software is an asset.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Hands-on aptitude for equipment, systems, and troubleshooting is considered an asset.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and consistently deliver high-quality work with attention to detail.
• A proactive mindset with the ability to learn quickly, adapt to new challenges, and contribute positively to a collaborative team environment.

Why join Saltworks?

At Saltworks, you'll collaborate with talented colleagues to solve complex, real-world problems – designing and delivering innovative water treatment and lithium refining systems for some of the world's most recognized companies. Every team member contributes meaningfully, from early-stage development through field deployment.

Saltworks is investing intentionally in artificial intelligence for engineering and technical work. Engineering offers one of the longest runways for AI-driven productivity and automation, and Saltworks aims to be at the forefront of this shift. We provide the training, computational capacity, and practical tools needed for engineers and technical professionals to apply AI meaningfully in their work.

We offer:

• Competitive compensation package, including medical, dental, vision, RRSP matching, life insurance, AD&D coverage, and an education allowance.
• Culture built on safety, innovation, diversity, and continuous learning.
• Collaborative, cross-functional team environment where every member contributes to project outcomes.
• Regular social activities and company events.

How to apply:

If you would like to join the Saltworks team, please submit your resume (cover letters are not required).

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. All applications are considered confidential

Kindly, no recruiters.

Salary : Negotiable based on your experience, qualifications, and alignment with comparable roles internally.

Location: 13800 Steveston Hwy, Richmond, BC V6W 1A8

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