Location: Advanced Biofuels Center, Calgary, Alberta  

Overview 

Are you passionate about renewable energy and cutting-edge technology? Steeper Energy is seeking a highly motivated and results-oriented Pilot Plant Operator to join our team at the Advanced Biofuels Center. As a member of our culturally diverse group, you’ll play a crucial role in commercializing our core technology, Hydrofaction^®, and advancing upgrading pathways to produce 100% renewable fuels and chemicals.  

Individuals who are enthusiastic about achieving superior results while working with innovative renewable energy processes are encouraged to apply. 

Responsibilities: 

• R&D Activities: You’ll be involved in research and development (R&D) activities related to Steeper Energy’s commercial engineering design. Specifically, you’ll focus on upgrading Hydrofaction^® oil produced from various input materials to finished fuels or chemicals both for stand‐alone operation and as co‐processing at refineries. This includes executing experiments, troubleshooting, analyzing data, documenting findings, and preparing technical reports. 
• Equipment Maintenance: You’ll operate, maintain, and repair laboratory equipment. Following equipment requirements and calibration checks is crucial to ensure accurate results. 
• Laboratory Testing: You’ll perform laboratory testing based on established procedures. As you gain experience, you’ll learn new test procedures and improve your data interpretation skills. 
• Sampling and Analysis: You’ll assist in developing and conducting sampling and analysis. This step is essential for understanding the properties of the materials being processed. 
• General Lab Support: You’ll contribute to overall lab operations by providing support and performing other assigned duties. 

Qualifications: 

• Technical Diploma: A diploma in Chemical, Petroleum, Process, Mechanical, or Electrical  
• Refinery Experience: Knowledge or experience in refinery operations is advantageous. 
• Personal Attributes: You should be highly motivated, enthusiastic, results-oriented, and flexible. Creativity in problem-solving is valued. 
• Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills in English are necessary. 
• Team Player: Collaboration and teamwork are essential in this role. 
• Open to Students: If you’re a student looking to complete a practicum, this position offers an opportunity to gain valuable experience and has potential to extend into full-time employment afterward. 
• Occasional weekend/shift work: The position involves shift work while campaigns are running with the occasional requirement for weekend work. 

Position type: Full-time, permanent 

This role contributes to advancing renewable energy technologies, so your work will have a positive impact! If you’re passionate about sustainability and innovation, this could be an exciting opportunity for you.  

Interested applicants are asked to forward their resume and cover letter to [email protected] 

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those persons for whom we need further information or are being considered for an interview will be contacted.   

Who We Are 

Steeper Energy is a world leader in the development of technology for production of advanced biofuels from low-value biomass. Steeper Energy’s Hydrofaction^® produces drop-in renewable fuels with high energy density enabling the heavy transport sector to seamlessly transition to low carbon fuels. With an experienced team of world-class talents and strong industrial partnerships, Steeper is a leader in the realization of a low-carbon transport future and circular solutions for society. 

Steeper’s Advance Biofuel Center is a unique laboratory focused on developing commercially viable processes for the upgrading and co-processing of Hydrofaction^® Oil to high-value, ultra-low carbon fuels. We are currently advancing in biocrude oil characterization, upgrading to drop-in fuels and value-added chemicals, as well as the co-processing of Hydrofaction^® Oil with relevant petroleum refinery feedstocks. 

 

All applicants who receive an offer of employment must be eligible to work in Canada on their start date. 

Steeper Energy is committed to providing equitable treatment and equal opportunity to all individuals.