Job Description

Ekona Power is a Vancouver-based breakthrough energy technology company developing a novel methane pyrolysis platform for low-cost, clean hydrogen production. We believe this technology will have a significant and positive impact in a world trying to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and address Climate Change.





Along with our innovative technology, we are creating an inclusive and collaborative work environment where your ideas and input count. You should be comfortable working in a start-up environment and have a positive, solution-oriented attitude, working out of our North Burnaby facility.

Why Ekona Power?

Here's what our most recent COOP students have said about working for Ekona:


100% said the experience they gained at Ekona was very valuable and applicable to their studies and their future career Their most valued experiences were being able to do hands on work, troubleshoot problems, get exposure to electrical/mechanical/process design and drawings, and analytical experience. All our students strongly agreed that they felt welcomed by the team and they would 100% refer us to their friends

Role Summary:

You will support the carbon black lab as part of our dedicated team supporting our Gen2 reactor process development and validation.

Primary Responsibilities:

Physically build and install mechanical, electrical, and chemical test equipment and systems. Manage lab and component build materials. Support the implementation of lab/test system facility interfaces. Support a multi-disciplinary design team in many areas of engineering and technology development. Write lab progress reports, presentations, and SOP's. Assist in carbon collection and analysis, including wet lab techniques such as titrations. Assist in equipment monitoring and reporting changes/issues. Work early morning, late afternoon, or night shift hours with adequate notice when required for extended test operation (including weekends). Other relevant duties as required.

You Bring:

In your third or fourth year of your bachelor's degree in Process/Chemical Engineering, Sciences, or similar. Understanding of WHMIS and familiarity with proper safe chemical handling techniques. Strong analytical aptitude. Strong communication abilities: both written and verbal with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Excellent attitude. Eager and willing to learn. Flexibility to work in an environment where you may need to wear multiple hats. Proficiency in all office communication formats including MS office products. Preference will be given to students that have already completed at least one COOP term, or that show previous interest and experience with mechanical, hands-on skills outside of school.




We are looking for two to three consecutive COOP terms (8 months to 1 year), working out of our Burnaby, BC office (in person).



This is for a COOP term starting in January 2026 until at least August 2026 (or potentially until December 2026).