Mechanical Engineer
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Job Summary
ABOUT NANO ONE:
Nano One Materials Corp. is a clean technology company with a patented scalable and low carbon intensity industrial process for the low-cost production of high-performance lithium-ion battery cathode materials. We are trailblazing a better way to make battery materials for electric vehicles energy storage and consumer electronics in the global push for a zero-emission future. We leverage our know-how to address scale-up challenges of the energy transition using our patented process which produces low-cost high-performance lithium-ion battery materials. Our team focuses on continuous innovations to leapfrog the status quo by solving tomorrows One is a well-funded publicly traded company with a diverse team of scientists and experienced business-people.
We are changing how the world makes battery materialsand we need your help. We are looking for talented and creative people to join our team as we scale-up towards commercialization.
POSITION SUMMARY:
We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support procurement and maintenance of equipment used in Nano Ones cathode materials research and development facility. This role is responsible for ensuring the safe reliable and efficient operation of laboratory-scale and pilot-scale equipment used in materials synthesis processing thermal processing and characterization.
The successful candidate will work closely with materials scientists chemists technicians and maintenance team to support experimental programs troubleshoot mechanical systems and improve equipment reliability.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Laboratory Equipment Maintenance
- Own the mechanical performance upkeep and reliability of R&D lab equipment including:
-furnaces and calcination systems
-mixers mills and powder-handling equipment
-reactors drying systems and thermal processing tools
- Support maintenance for routine inspections preventative maintenance and mechanical troubleshooting
- Identify opportunities to improve reliability maintainability and operational efficiency
- Coordinate equipment installation commissioning modification and decommissioning
Design & Engineering Support
- Design or modify mechanical components fixtures and lab-scale systems to support new experiments or process improvements
- Build the design criteria for mechanical equipment
- Write and apply requests for quotes (i.e.: RFQ) technical sheets (i.e. data sheets) as well as plans and specifications
- Review equipment specifications drawings and layouts to ensure suitability for R&D use
- Liaise with procurement team on external vendors service providers and equipment manufacturers as needed
- All of the above to be done in collaboration with the Nano Engineering team
- Maintain up-to-date factory documentation in collaboration with the Asset Manager
Safety & Compliance
- Ensure equipment operation aligns with safety requirements standard operating procedures and environmental controls
- Support hazard reviews related to mechanical systems high-temperature equipment powders and pressurized systems
- Assist with development and maintenance of equipment SOPs and maintenance documentation
Collaboration & Continuous Improvement
- Work closely with R&D team to understand experimental needs and operational challenges
- Troubleshoot equipment issues in real time to minimize downtime
- Liaise with Nano Engineering team to share lessons learned continuously improve processes and equipment
- Manage internal and external stakeholders during the installation start-up and testing of mechanical equipment in the factory
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
- P. Eng certification and 10 years of experience working with industrial laboratory or pilot-scale equipment
- Strong hands-on mechanical aptitude with the ability to diagnose and resolve equipment issues
- Experience with various project deliverables (e.g. PFD P&ID GA drawings and factory mechanical drawings)
- Knowledge of CAD AutoCAD Inventor Navisworks Solidworks or other 3D modeling software
- Experience with thermal systems rotating equipment material handling or process equipment
- Practical solutions-oriented mindset with strong troubleshooting skills
- Comfortable working in hands-on experimental environments
- Strong documentation and communication skills
- Ability to balance structured engineering practices with the pace and flexibility of R&D work
- Collaborative and responsive to evolving technical priorities
- Ability to work safely in a laboratory or industrial R&D environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
Additional Assets:
- Experience supporting equipment in materials science battery materials chemical processing or powder-based manufacturing environments
- Familiarity with furnaces kilns or high-temperature processing equipment
- Experience supporting R&D or pilot-scale operations (as opposed to purely production environments)
- Working knowledge of maintenance planning spare parts management or CMMS systems
BENEFITS:
- Comprehensive health coverage that covers health dental and vision benefits virtual care and an Employee Assistance Program and Health or Personal Spending Account
- Paid time off for vacation flex personal and sick days
- Up to 6% employer match for RRSP
- Potential for performance-based bonuses and equity linked to personal and company success
- Maternity and parental leave top up
Required Experience:
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About Company
Nano One is a technology company with a patented and scalable industrial process for the production of low cost, high performance cathode powders.
