AddressMCi Carbon (MCi) is a world-leading Australian clean technology company transforming CO2 emissions into valuable materials that provide profitable decarbonisation pathways for the hard to abate sector including cement, steel, glass, mining and chemical industries.
Founded in 2013, MCi uses carbon engineering processes to transform captured CO2 emissions from most industrial sources into solid materials that can be used to manufacture a range of carbon embodied building and construction products. MCi uses CO2 as a resource to create profitable pathways for many industries to reduce their emissions. This is carbon utilisation (CCU). Its mission is to contribute to the pathway to zero emissions by removing 1 billion tonnes of CO2. MCi continues to receive global recognition for its R&D, including winning #1 Cleantech Pitch at COP26, a Mission Innovation Net Zero Industries Mission #1 Australia Award at COP28, and a 2023 Banksia Sustainability Award.
Working in a passionate and innovative team, the Process Engineer will provide support to the Principal Process Engineer to conduct scale-up activities related to the Company’s CO2 capture and utilisation technology, including detailed design of an industrial demonstration plant, scale up of the first commercial plant and assisting with feasibility studies related to deploying the technology at customer sites.
Key Responsibilities
- Work as part of the engineering team on the design, construction and commissioning of demonstration scale equipment including assisting with developing flowsheets, P&ID’s , equipment data sheets and equipment and vendor selection.
- Assist in the development of process and equipment design for an industrial-scale plant from technology selection, options evaluations through to detailed design and operation.
- Commission new process equipment and contribute to the demonstration plant testing and operating plan and assist with operations when required.
- Analyse pilot plant and demonstration plant data to characterise process performance and identify improvement opportunities.
- Support company business development and funding activities by assisting in technoeconomic assessments for various industrial integration scenarios.
Required experience and skills
- A strong understanding of chemical engineering fundamentals including fluid mechanics, heat & mass transfer, and ability to perform complex calculations, develop equipment sizing and calculation tools
- Practical experience in chemical engineering process design (e.g. P&IDs equipment data sheets)
- Experience in equipment sizing and technology selection, commissioning and/or operating pilot plant or full-scale equipment
- An interest in new technology development and a demonstrated ability to deliver innovative solutions to new and complex problems
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
Desired Experience
- Experience in the design, commissioning, or operation in one or more of the following would be highly desirable: Slurry handling, pumping, calcination/thermal treatment, hydrocyclones, filtration or gas-liquid contactors.
- Experience in process modelling, e.g. ASPEN, JKSimMet, or other.
- Experience in cost estimation or technoeconomic assessments
- Experience in supervision/management of contractors, fabricators and equipment suppliers
- Experience in the selection of process instruments and process control system functional design
Required Qualifications
- Degree in Chemical Engineering with minimum 1 year’s industry experience
Desired Qualifications
- Degree in Chemical Engineering with postgraduate qualifications and/or 2-5 year’s industry experience
- Chartered Professional Engineer
Role to be adjusted dependent on the candidate’s experience
Benefits
- Opportunity to work with a passionate team dedicated to making a positive impact.
- Position located in Newcastle’s thriving Steel River precinct.
- Onsite parking with cafeteria.
How to Apply
Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience and suitability for the role directly through the SEEK to the attention of Debbie Price – HR Manager. Applications close on 31 May 2024
To be eligible for employment you must be in Australia on a visa with work rights or be an Australian citizen or permanent resident.
To find out more about MCi visit our website at www.mineralcarbonation.com
