Design Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $80,000-$100,000

Aurora Hydrogen is developing a novel hydrogen production technology with the potential to dramatically change the way hydrogen is used in everyday life. The technology uses efficient microwave energy to produce low-cost hydrogen and solid carbon from natural gas without using water or generating any CO2. Hydrogen production using Aurora's technology has the potential to reduce global CO2 emissions by over 900 million tonnes per year, and were looking for passionate people to join us on this journey.

Help turn breakthrough ideas into operating reality. We are looking for a Design Engineer to take concepts off the whiteboard and into the fielddesigning, building, testing, and commissioning pilot plants that push clean-energy technology forward. If you thrive at the intersection of hands-on engineering, problem-solving, and real-world implementation, this role offers the chance to make a tangible impact from day one. This position will work out of the Downtown Edmonton office and occasionally the Fort Saskatchewan office.

The Role

As a Design Engineer, you will lead the engineering design and execution of pilot plant systems and supporting infrastructurefrom early concept through construction, commissioning, and validation.

Design & Engineering

• Lead the design process for pilot plants, including process and mechanical design, analysis, and documentation
• Perform process engineering calculations, equipment sizing, and selection
• Develop and review Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), P&IDs, simulations, and general arrangement drawings
• Specify and select pilot plant equipment and technologies aligned with performance, safety, and regulatory requirements
• Maintain deep familiarity with processing equipment, including reactors, mass transfer operations, heat exchangers, air separation, gas and solids handling systems

Project Execution & Collaboration

Testing, Commissioning & Validation

Compliance, Safety & Documentation

Perform other duties as required to achieve Aurora Hydrogen technical milestones

Who You Are :

Qualifications & Experience

Technical Skills

Professional Strengths

What We Offer :

Aurora Hydrogen supports a diverse and inclusive work environment and welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. You must be legally entitled to work in Canada. We thank all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.