Chemistry Technician

Saltworks Technologies: Industrial Water + Lithium; Richmond; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

RRSP matching

Life insurance

AD&D coverage

Education allowance

Safety culture

Learning opportunities

Team events

Job summary

Saltworks Technologies in Richmond, BC seeks a Chemistry Technician to support operation and testing of pilot-scale water treatment processes. You will blend hands-on lab work with chemical analysis and data interpretation, maintaining accuracy and organization.

Ideal candidates hold a chemistry-related degree, 0–3 years experience, and strong communication, safety awareness, and teamwork. Training provided across lab procedures and pilot plant maintenance.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Chemistry, Chemical, or Environmental Technology.
• 0–3 years post-graduation experience.
• Strong problem-solving and data interpretation.
• Safety-conscious with a clean work environment.
• Proficient with lab equipment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Solid computer skills (Word/Excel).

Responsibilities

• Conduct pilot-plant data collection, wet lab analysis, data interpretation and data management.
• Prepare test samples for external labs and coordinate with them; perform quality control.
• Execute test procedures and interpret results; propose next steps.
• Operate pilot-scale desalination plants and bench tests (training provided).
• Write completion reports as required.
• Conduct pilot plant maintenance (training provided).

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Team player

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree or diploma in Chemistry, Chemical, or Environmental Technology

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Lab instruments

Job description

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.

The Role

We are seeking a driven Chemistry Technician to support the operation and testing of pilot-scale water treatment processes. Our ideal candidate would be a Chemist who pays very close attention to detail, accuracy, and organization. You will excel in this role if you possess strong communication skills, can work both autonomously and in a team, enjoy hands-on mechanical work coupled with chemical lab work, and enjoy using mathematics to analyze results.

Your Main Tasks Will Include

• Completing pilot plant data collection, wet lab analysis, data interpretation, and data management (training provided).
• Preparing test samples for external lab analysis, coordinating with external labs, executing quality control, and managing and distributing all data.
• Executing test procedures, interpreting data, and proposing next steps.
• Operating pilot-scale industrial desalination plants and performing lab-scale bench tests (training provided).
• Writing completion reports as required.
• Conducting pilot plant maintenance(training provided).

You Will Be a Great Fit If You Have

• A degree or diploma in Chemistry, Chemical, or Environmental Technology.
• 0 to 3 years of post-graduation experience.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot efficiently.
• A strong safety ethic and focus on maintaining a clean work environment.
• Proficiency with tools, industrial instruments, and lab equipment.
• Ability to collect data, prepare reports, and interpret results accurately.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Solid computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple tasks.
• A team-first attitude and willingness to pitch in as required.

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.

Kindly, no recruiters.

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

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