Process Engineer (off-gas system) - Talent Pool

Vianode; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading battery materials company is seeking an experienced Process Engineer to lead technical activities related to off-gas systems in Ontario. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering, a professional license, and over 10 years of relevant experience with large-scale industrial projects. This position offers the potential to contribute to a carbon-neutral society and enhances sustainability in the battery industry.

Benefits

Diverse and inclusive work environment

Opportunities for personal and professional development

Qualifications

• Professional license required.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience with large-scale industrial projects.
• Familiarity with relevant codes, standards, and regulations in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical activities including design and engineering.
• Review technical documentation and specifications.
• Coordinate technical activities with suppliers.

Skills

Experience in design/engineering of off-gas systems

Strong communication skills

Familiarity with process simulation software

Operational experience with Off-gas systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Process simulation software (Metsim or HSC)

Job description

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About Vianode

Vianode is an advanced battery materials company providing sustainable anode graphite solutions for the battery and EV value chains in North America and Europe. Vianode’s breakthrough solution enables tailored high-performance synthetic anode graphite and holistic sustainability offering a 90% reduction in CO2 footprint. Vianode operates the world’s most sustainable full-scale anode graphite plant for batteries at Herøya Norway.

The next step involves executing a multi-billion dollar phased investment program dedicated to establishing large-scale plants across North America and Europe.

Vianode’s long-term ambition is to supply advanced battery materials to 3 million EVs per year by 2030. Vianode is owned by the world‑leading financial company Altor.

Why This Role Will Matter

We are looking for an experienced Process or Mechanical Engineer with expertise in off‑gas systems to become part of our team in Canada. In this role, you will collaborate closely with the Operations and Engineering teams and external contractors to ensure technical quality and alignment with project objectives. Responsibilities will include reviewing technical documents, providing guidance to engineering contractor, overseeing quality, and coordinating technical activities with suppliers.

What You’ll Be Driving

To bring the off‑Gas system from the current conceptual stage, through procurement, installation, commissioning and operation of a fully functioning system. To achieve this goal you will:

• Lead all technical activities including design, engineering, procurement support, Supplier quality, commissioning and start‑up planning
• Be responsible for technical evaluation of Process solutions by Engineering contractor
• Verify that design and engineering work aligns with project specifications, safety standards, and industry best practices
• Review technical documentation, specifications, drawings, and calculations provided by the study contractor
• Provide formal feedback and guidance to ensure required quality, accuracy, and adherence to project goals and all relevant specifications
• Be responsible for equipment selection through procurement phase
• Support Installation and Commissioning of equipment
• Support start‑up and initial operation of equipment
• Develop Standard Operating Procedures for all related equipment
• Act as the company’s liaison with the study contractor and any other relevant third‑party suppliers within the process engineering discipline
• Conduct thorough quality control checks on process systems, ensuring compliance with project requirements

Technical Expertise

• Assess proposed specifications, process designs, equipment selections, and installation plans
• Assess controls philosophy and associated automation documentation across delivery packages
• Perform or evaluate outcome of third‑party process simulations and optimizations to ensure efficiency and reliability
• Evaluate the supplier proposed solutions for safety, efficiency, and reliability

What You’ll Need to Stand‑out

Core qualifications and requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field and Professional license
• Experience in design/engineering of off‑gas systems or similar complexity process systems
• Experience in operation of off‑gas or complex process system will be an asset
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience with large‑scale industrial projects, from FEED to execution phase
• Operational experience with Off‑gas systems or similar complexity process systems
• Experience with powder processing and handling systems
• Familiarity with process simulation software (Preferably Metsim or HSC)
• Familiarity with relevant codes, standards, and regulations in Canada
• Strong communication skills and highly collaborative
• Availability to travel when needed

Where work will be: Onsite, South West Ontario (specific location TBC)

• Onsite with visits to engineering offices, contractor offices and sites for walkthrough and other team meetings

At Vianode, we believe in The power of we. The Vianode way is collaboration on every level. Together, we unleash a force greater than the sum of each one of us, and we acknowledge every individual effort in our shared accomplishments.

You are a great fit for our team if you:

• Take charge and enjoy being part of a fast‑growing, agile, pioneering company that depends on personal initiative, responsibility, and drive.
• Like to challenge the status quo by being courageous and committed.
• Want to keep learning, personally and professionally, and continuously pursue opportunities to develop and improve.

Why Join Vianode?

Join us on our mission to deliver the most efficient solutions to reduce battery industry emissions. Together, we’re pioneering anode graphite technology for a carbon‑neutral society, paving the way for the green transition and a more sustainable future.

Join our Talent Community now and be part of our future!

Vianode is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We look forward to welcoming candidates who share our vision for a sustainable future.