Research Technologist

Alberta Innovates; Devon; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

InnoTech Alberta, a subsidiary of Alberta Innovates, is looking for a Technologist to enhance its Energy Pilot Facilities & Operations. This role requires a blend of technical expertise and project management skills to support research solutions in Alberta's energy sector. Candidates should have relevant educational qualifications and substantial lab experience, with a commitment to safety and teamwork. The opportunity offers valuable experience in a dynamic research environment.

Benefits

Strong benefits package

Generous vacation and paid time off

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in corrosion or material lab testing.
• H2S Alive certification preferred.
• Class 5 Drivers License required.

Responsibilities

• Collect and document experimental data and support pilot scale experiments.
• Contribute to safety assessments and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Assist with client engagement and project presentations.

Skills

Communication skills

Mechanical aptitude

Team collaboration

Education

Diploma/Degree in Materials or Chemical Engineering Technology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Technologist, Energy Pilot Facilities & Operations

InnoTech Alberta is seeking a Technologist to join its Energy Pilot Facilities & Operations team in Devon, AB. With a focus on supporting Alberta’s energy and manufacturing sectors, the Energy Pilot Facilities and Operations team works in collaboration with the Research and Development teams within the Advanced Materials and Monitoring Division to de-risk and evaluate technologies and provide applied research solutions for industrial clients. The portfolio of services supported by the team is diverse and focuses on industry’s needs by assessing, characterizing, and validating durability of materials for industrial applications, evaluating and validating integrity management technologies, and assessing material corrosion phenomenon in field and simulated severe service and sour environments.

This is term position for 18 months and primarily based at InnoTech Alberta’s facility in Devon, AB with occasional travel to the Edmonton facility.

You would be a good fit for this position if you:

• Are passionate about research and innovation
• Self-motivated with a desire to learn
• Enjoy working as part of a dynamic team
• Want to make a difference within Alberta’s energy and manufacturing sectors

We are game changers.

InnoTech Alberta, a subsidiary of Alberta Innovates, offers a diversified range of scientific engineering and technological research and testing capabilities, and the facilities to support technology scale-up. Our multidisciplinary team has the depth of experience to work across all sectors, from energy to health to food and fibre. InnoTech Alberta offers you access to research talent, technical expertise, and unique facilities that can help accelerate technological development that serves both the private and public sector. InnoTech operates within several locations across the province, including Vegreville, Edmonton, Devon, and Calgary. We are Alberta’s innovation engine - with 100 years of bold ideas that feed, grow, fuel, and build Alberta’s agriculture, energy, environment, and forestry sectors. Visit us at: InnoTechAlberta.ca

Here’s some more information about the position:

Reporting to the Devon Operations Manager, the successful incumbent will be accountable for (but not limited to) the following:

• Technical
  • Collect, compile and document experimental data and write data summaries
  • Organize, monitor, and maintain experiments or portions of experiments; design simple experiments; support pilot scale experiments.
  • Conduct experiments and assist with analysis of experiments.
  • Operate, maintain, test, calibrate and provide equipment that conforms to specifications detailed in applicable standards.
• Project Management
  • Identify and acquire materials, services, facilities, equipment and supplies for experimental projects.
  • Review and assist in preparing moderately complex project proposals and cost quotations.
  • Monitor, report and present progress, data and/or results of experiments to project leader.
• Safety and Quality Management
  • Actively contribute to conducting hazard assessments, self-safety and cross-audit safety inspections, creating safe working procedures and ensuring workplace remain free of safety hazards.
  • Maintain lab organization and cleanliness (general housekeeping).
  • Handle, store and dispose of chemical and waste materials.
• Business Development/Stakeholder Relationship
  • Assist with engagement and follow-up for new and existing clients or stakeholders.
  • Participate and provide input at technical project meetings and follow-up on action items.

Educational Requirement:

• Diploma/Degree in Materials or Chemical Engineering Technology

Experience and Qualifications we are looking for:

• 5-7 years of experience in corrosion or material lab testing and related instruments in industrial or research environment.
• Experience with working in H2S environments, H2S Alive certified (or eligible for renewal).
• Working knowledge with NACE and ASTM standards.
• Class 5 Drivers License.

Skills Required:

• Comfortable working withinan industrial setting and familiarity with industrial hazards and processes. Experience in an industrial environment would be considered an asset.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to understand equipment process flow (eg. P&ID interpretation).
• Willingness for hands-on work and ability to perform physically demanding tasks in support of pilot-scale facility operation.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook).
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills as well as the ability to write technical data reports.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Flexible to complete a variety of tasks.
• Ability to prioritize workflow.

Why InnoTech Alberta?

We offer our employees opportunities to work on projects that will expand their skill sets while witnessing the visible impacts of their efforts. We value the development of our employees and create opportunities for working in capacities that allow new skills to be learned. We know that the wellness of our team is the most important part of our business, so we offer a strong benefits package and generous vacation and paid time off programs to promote work-life balance.

The final candidate will be required to undergo a security clearance and provide credible references. Interested and qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as this competition closes as soon as a suitable candidateis found.

INNOTECH ALBERTA IS COMMITTED TO THE PRINCIPLE OF EQUITY IN EMPLOYMENT AND ENCOURAGES APPLICATIONS FROM ALL QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS. WE WISH TO THANK ALL APPLICANTS FOR THEIR INTEREST. HOWEVER, ONLY THOSE INVITED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED.