Job Description

Company

Sixone's mission is to enable a world where blended plastics products can be circularly recycled back into existing supply chains instead of being sent to landfill. Sixone is a leading technology startup company developing advanced recycling technologies for blended plastics and plastic-based products. The technology applies process digitalization and advanced analytics to build a recycling system to enable efficient plastics recycling. Our goal is to revolutionize the economics of recycled materials through innovative processing and materials technologies.

Overview of Role

The Process Development Engineer will be responsible for Sixone's internal prototyping work and building for reliability. The goal of this role is to turn innovative concepts into robust, well-documented, and reliable engineering solutions. This team will be part of Sixone's development pipeline, testing new recycling verticals and evaluating new process technologies.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will have the following duties and responsibilities:

New Product Introduction (NPI): Lead the development and introduction of new products and processes. Prototyping and Iterative Testing: Design, build, and test prototypes to validate concepts and improve performance. Design for Reliability and Robustness: Directly manage material selection, conduct hands-on construction analysis, and implement process controls to guarantee the durability and quality of all engineered solutions. Documentation and Data Analysis: Create detailed reports and analyze data from experiments to inform design decisions and support the scale-up team. Maintenance and Lifecycle Management: Define and execute maintenance protocols and preventative measures for internal systems and diagnose and resolve complex or novel issues to ensure long-term functionality.

Candidate Requirements

To be considered for this role, candidates must meet the following requirements:

Demonstrates the ability to identify problems quickly, apply structured troubleshooting methods, and implement effective corrective actions. Uses data-driven approaches to uncover root causes and prevent recurrence. Understands the interdependencies between mechanical, chemical, and control subsystems within a process. Anticipates downstream impacts when modifying designs and ensures holistic solutions that consider reliability, safety, and scalability. Creates clear, detailed reports, drawings, and SOPs to support knowledge transfer across teams. Communicates complex technical findings in a way that is accessible to engineers, production operators, and leadership. Works effectively with colleagues across R&D, operations, and scale-up teams to align prototypes with organizational needs. Actively contributes to a team culture of knowledge sharing, feedback, and continuous improvement. Thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments by quickly learning new tools, technologies, and methods. A bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field. 3 to 5 years of engineering experience in prototyping, controls automation, or chemical process development/optimization. Legally entitled to work in Canada.

Why Join Us?

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.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00-$100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care Paid time off
Ability to commute/relocate:

Burnaby, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Education:

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Work Location: In person