Senior Plant Engineer

Hydron Energy Inc; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental & vision insurance

Professional development opportunities

Career growth in renewables

Job summary

Hydron Energy Inc. in North Vancouver, BC, is seeking a Senior Plant Engineer to lead the design and engineering of gas upgrading and separation plants.

You will develop simulations, P&IDs, BOMs, and 3D layouts, and support fabrication, installation, and commissioning while working with internal teams and external stakeholders. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering with 5+ years in plant design.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in plant engineering or process design.
• P.Eng designation (or eligibility) preferred.
• Hands-on experience with gas processing systems such as upgrading, separation, compression, or treatment.
• Strong experience in process design and simulation (Aspen HYSYS).
• Experience preparing P&IDs and BOMs.
• Proficiency with 3D layout software (AutoCAD Plant 3D/SolidWorks).
• Strong communication and cross-functional teamwork.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out plant process design for gas upgrading and separation systems from concept through detailed engineering.
• Developing process simulations, mass and energy balances, and equipment sizing calculations.
• Preparing and maintaining P&IDs, PFDs, and equipment lists.
• Preparing BOMs and supporting procurement with technical specs and vendor bid evaluations.
• Developing 3D plant and skid layouts, including equipment arrangement and piping routing.
• Reviewing vendor, fabricator, and contractor drawings for technical compliance.
• Participating in HAZOPs and design reviews; ensure designs meet codes and standards.
• Supporting fabrication, installation, commissioning, and startup of plants.
• Coordinating technical and on-site activities with multidisciplinary teams and partners.

Skills

Plant design

Process simulation

P&IDs

3D layouts

Equipment sizing

Vendor evaluation

Communication

HAZOP support

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering

P.Eng eligibility or license

Tools

Aspen HYSYS

AutoCAD Plant 3D

SolidWorks

Job description

Senior Plant Engineer

Location: North Vancouver, BC (On-site)

We are searching for talented employees to help us build the clean fuel technologies of tomorrow. Every team member brings relentless passion and quick learning to our culture of innovation. Hydron is the clean fuel company unlocking “net-zero” energy in the Renewable Natural Gas and Blue Hydrogen markets. We are looking for a Senior Plant Engineer to carry out the design and engineering of Hydron’s gas upgrading and separation plants. This role takes projects from process concept through detailed plant design, developing simulations, P&IDs, BOMs, and 3D layouts, and supports fabrication, installation, and commissioning while working closely with internal teams and external project stakeholders.

Responsibilities include:

• Carrying out plant process design for Hydron’s gas upgrading and separation systems, from conceptual design through detailed engineering
• Developing process simulations, mass and energy balances, and equipment sizing calculations
• Preparing and maintaining P&IDs, PFDs, and equipment and instrument lists
• Preparing BOMs and supporting procurement with technical specifications and vendor bid evaluations
• Developing 3D plant and skid layouts, including equipment arrangement, piping routing, accessibility, and maintainability
• Reviewing vendor, fabricator, and contractor drawings and deliverables for technical compliance
• Participating in HAZOPs and design reviews, and ensuring designs meet applicable codes and standards
• Supporting fabrication, installation, commissioning, and startup of plants
• Coordinating technical and on-site activities with multidisciplinary teams, contractors, suppliers, and project partners

Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field
• 5+ years of experience in plant engineering or process design, preferably in gas processing systems
• P.Eng designation (or eligibility for registration with Engineers and Geoscientists BC) preferred
• Hands-on experience with gas processing systems such as gas upgrading, separation, compression, or treatment
• Strong experience in plant process design and process simulation (e.g., Aspen HYSYS)
• Proven experience preparing P&IDs and BOMs
• Proficiency with 3D layout design software (e.g., AutoCAD Plant 3D, SolidWorks, or similar)
• Strong communication skills and ability to work across multidisciplinary teams
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, project-driven environment

Annual Salary:

• CAD $90,000 - $105,000 commensurate with experience

Benefits:

• Competitive salary in the growing cleantech sector
• Comprehensive benefits (health, dental & vision)
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth in renewable energy
• Collaborative, innovative work environment with impact on global decarbonization

We are diverse, inclusive and seek to create an environment where every individual can achieve their goal. At Hydron Energy, we value and celebrate the uniqueness of our applicants, employees, and guests. Please visit Hydron.ca.

Thank you for your interest in Hydron Energy. While we appreciate all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. For more information about Hydron, please visit www.hydron.ca. You can also connect with us on LinkedIn, Twitter, or Facebook.