Engineering Team Lead

Technology Transfer: Lead the technical transfer of R&D processes and prototypes into industrial-scale equipment designs.

Vendor & Design Management: Oversee equipment vendors and integrators. Drive the finalization of equipment design, PFDs, stream tables, P&IDs, control logic, data sheets, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Technical Oversight: Diligently check and review the work, reports, and calculations of other engineers to ensure absolute technical accuracy.

Risk Mitigation: Proactively identify and mitigate technical roadblocks across mechanical, chemical, and control subsystems.

Commissioning Leadership: Plan and execute all equipment installation, pre-commissioning, and full commissioning activities.

Field Execution: Author comprehensive commissioning procedures, write technical reports, and manage initial startup production campaigns.

Validation & Handoff: Oversee initial production runs to validate performance against R&D targets. Train internal or contractor teams to assume long-term operations.

Team Building: Actively mentor, coach, and develop engineers as the department grows.

People Management: Handle direct management responsibilities, including performance management, career pathing, and annual appraisals.

Collaborative Culture: Maintain an approachable, communicative presence. Walk the floor, engage in open dialogue with teammates, and provide respectful, clear direction.

Planning & Scheduling: Own the end-to-end project schedule, budget, and resource allocation.

Cross-functional Alignment: Act as the primary liaison between R&D, Operations and external partners.

Degree: Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering, or a related discipline.

Licensure: Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in British Columbia, or eligible for immediate registration with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC).

Sixone offers a dynamic environment with opportunities for professional growth, technical challenges, and leadership experience. Our team values communication, teamwork, and rigorous problem-solving to tackle industry challenges. We offer a competitive salary, benefits package, and opportunities for career advancement. Be part of a pioneering company driving the future of chemical recycling and sustainability and contribute to solving real-world environmental challenges while working with passionate and dedicated colleagues.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.