Job Description

Do you have a passion for fostering innovation and sustainability in glass technology? If so, we want to hear from you!

Miru is a clean-technology start-up of 50+ employees developing electrochromic windows to reduce greenhouse emissions, increase sustainability and improve energy efficiency. Miru operates a state-of-the-art pilot production facility in Vancouver and is in the midst of constructing a demonstration plant to scale up production of our electrochromic window technology for our architectural and automotive clients. We focus on technical excellence and delivering a high-quality product. For more information about Miru, please visit our website: https://mirucorp.com/.

Our eight-month Process Engineering Co-op opportunity is centered on fast-paced formulation development and optimization. You'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the performance and reliability of our electrochromic window systems by rapidly iterating, testing, and refining anode and cathode ink formulations. Your work will directly contribute to the development of next-generation smart window technologies.

Throughout this co-op, you'll gain extensive hands-on experience with ink preparation, coating, and device assembly, while working closely with our process engineers and development scientists. You'll be instrumental in generating performance data, locking in high-performing formulations, and ensuring these materials meet the strict demands of a highly sensitive optical system.

We believe diversity drives innovation and underpins our success. We welcome enthusiastic science and engineering students and technologists from Chemical Technology, Materials Science, Polymer Engineering, or Chemistry backgrounds, especially those with hands-on lab experience.

We value curious, detail-oriented individuals with a collaborative mindset and a strong sense of ownership. Candidates with a foundational understanding of electrochemistry, ink or slurry formulation, or thin-film processing techniques will be well-positioned for success in this role.

The deadline for applying for Miru's January 2026 co-op work term is end of day Tuesday, September 30, 2025.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

As a science or engineering co-op student at Miru, you will work directly with more senior staff on a variety of projects. Tasks and responsibilities for this role may include:

Assemble electrochromic test devices while learning proper handling and cleanliness practices Record observations and process details clearly in lab notebooks and digital logs Assist with basic testing and characterization of electrodes and devices, including switching response and visual inspection Work with engineers and technologists to understand and troubleshoot issues Learn to use lab tools and software for data entry, basic analysis, and reporting Contribute to updating SOPs and work instructions as you gain experienceMaintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace by following safety guidelines Take part in team discussions and project updates to share what you're learning

CAREER DEVELOPMENT AND TRAINING:

Our goal is to cultivate the next generation of leading scientists and engineers in the electrochromic field. We provide unique learning opportunities that will allow you to:

Gain hands-on experience with advanced equipment such as gloveboxes, potentiostats, spectrometers, environmental test chambers, and data acquisition systems; Exposure to lithium-ion technologies; Develop skills in troubleshooting complex instrumentation; Communicate technical results effectively to multidisciplinary teams; Enhance your problem-solving, teamwork, communication, and time management abilities; Understand the degradation mechanisms of devices and their effects on performance and lifespan; Develop a high proficiency in Google Suite and Excel

Perks and Benefits:

Aside from all of the learning opportunities listed above, here are a few other great reasons to join us for your work term:

Casual dress Company-wide social and wellness activities (i.e.rooftop BBQs,curling, pitch and putt) Personal days together with sick and vacation days Great location! Easy access to transit, close to seawall, loads of wonderful coffee shops, breweries, restaurants and ice cream/gelato spots within easy walking distance Ample bike parking within our facility

HOW TO APPLY:

Please submit your resume, cover letter and grades in one PDF to our job portal.

No phone calls please. While we appreciate all responses, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Please note that only those legally authorized to work in Canada need apply.