Job Description

H2nanO is creating the next generation of water treatment and management technology. We are a growing environmental technology innovator, building solutions for hard-to-treat water contaminants, enhanced disposal, and water re-use to support sustainable industry. Using advanced materials and new process designs, H2nanO aims to improve the cost and efficacy of water treatment and management in mining, energy, agriculture, and other industries, including solutions such as treating water in Canada's oil sands.


We are seeking a

Process Engineering Intern/Co-op

to join our growing team in support of our technology development and scale-up.


Each day, H2nanO's team works to improve the safety and quality of our world's most valuable resource, water. This is your opportunity to join us and contribute to building the future of Canadian environmental technology.



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About The Job

Location:

Acheson, AB (Greater Edmonton Area)

Start:

January 5, 2026

Term:

4-8 months (candidate dependent)


H2nanO is expanding our engineering team to enable continued advancement in our different treatment platforms. We are seeking ambitious technical engineering talent to contribute to the design and development of the equipment, systems, and processes that make up H2nanO's technologies.


You will work with a talented team of engineers, scientists, and technicians at H2nanO and our partners to implement our treatment system demonstrations and commercial applications.


This is a chance to make your mark on the future of water treatment and clean energy!

Process Engineering Intern Roles:

Contribute to the design of H2nanO's industrial wastewater treatment systems. Complete engineering calculations, develop process designs and system specifications, and size equipment. Assist with procurement and maintenance of equipment. Liaise with external parties, such as suppliers and subcontractors. Assist with creation of standard operating procedures and safe work protocols. Participate in project safety hazard assessments and reviews. Design and conduct process optimization and data generating tests. Assist with the design, fabrication, and operation of test equipment. Work with a multi-discipline team in developing new applications for H2nanO's technologies. Prioritization of safe work practice and contribution to a high-quality, high-integrity work culture.
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About You

You want to work for a scaling company, ready to make outsized changes in how industry deals with water treatment and reuse. You are enthusiastic about green technology and want to contribute to creating sustainable industry solutions for Canada and the world. You are excited by the prospect of introducing new technologies to industry and creating innovative solutions to both new and old problems.


You enjoy working in both an office environment and industrial settings. You have a bright and creative technical mind, but are grounded by solid organizational, communication, and project execution skills. You have strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to build relationships with customers and partners.


You enjoy applying your technical skills to solve problems quickly and resourcefully. You don't shy from picking up tools to get a job done, and you would be described as handy. You want to get your hands dirty building the technology today and be a part of the team that will make H2nanO's mission a reality.

Preferred Experience and Skills:

Enrolled towards bachelor's degree in applied science; Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or equivalents. Work integrated learning for equivalent college diploma programs are also welcome to apply.

Technical expertise and hands-on experience with any of the following: chemical dosing equipment, process pumping and fluids handling devices, electronics and lighting systems, heat exchangers, and controls. Capability and confidence in completing hands-on work in fabrication and industrial system operation, including operation of process equipment and controls. Understanding of safe work procedures and programs in industrial settings. Knowledge of industrial engineering design, project structure, and best practices. Experience applying methodical, organized, and iterative work practices and problem-solving to technical challenges. Strong interpersonal communication skills and proficient in the preparation of project documentation and reports.

Additional Skills:

Experience in water treatment, environmental, and/or cleantech sectors. Ambitious disposition; experience in new technologies and projects and working in dynamic, fast-paced, and high-pressure environments. Great taste in water!
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Working at H2nanO

The Process Engineering Intern role will join our Alberta team in the Greater Edmonton Area, contributing to upcoming projects developing water treatment and desalination technologies for mining and energy. Work will be full-time, on-site at our location and will include a variety of hands-on and desk work integrated with our team. We support a flexible and respectful work environment that aims to have you at your best.


H2nanO pays competitive start-up salaries for co-op students' program and seniority, provides supervision from P.Bio and P.Eng, and supports your career development (to hopefully become full time member of our team in the future!). Our preference is for students aligned with co-op intern subsidy programs that make growing our team possible.

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How To Apply

Sounds like you?

Submit your application in PDF format using the linked form below.

H2nanO will consider all qualified applicants and will contact selected candidates to schedule interviews on a continuous basis.


H2nanO supports a culture of diversity and accessibility and seeks the best team members, regardless of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion, gender identity, gender expression, creed, sex, sexual orientation, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability. We encourage the inclusion of preferred pronouns and identification in your application.


We aim to make the application and interview process accommodating for all qualified applicants. If any accommodations would enable or enhance your consideration, please contact join@h2nano.ca.



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