Mechanical/Process Engineering Intern

Position Title: Mechanical & Materials Processing Intern

Position Length: 8-16 months (longer preferred)

Position Location: Dundas, Ontario (~50% in office/50% at home, depending on week-to-week)

Start Date: Beginning of May 2023 preferred.

Contact Info: [email protected]

Application window: Evaluating applications and interviewing on a rolling basis. Apply by: April 14^th, 2023. Applications may be considered after this date, but a decision will be finalized last week of April.

Who are We?

Ecomaterials Inc. is a growing company creating technology and developing businesses in the circular economy. Ecomaterials aims to make an impact on sustainable practice starting here in Ontario but also across the globe. The growing success of our company is owed to our investment in our people, our emphasis on our values, and our innovative technology, summarized in our mantra: “Be Brilliant, Go Green”

Who are You?

Are you passionate about creating innovative solutions for sustainability? Then this is the place for you!

We are looking for a talented, driven engineering student with an interest in recycling, processing, pyrometallurgy, materials processes, materials testing, design, fabrication, and product development. You will be given opportunities to contribute and spearhead complex innovative projects around the world in meaningful ways and collaborate with a diverse team both locally and globally.

You will quickly become a critical part of the process development team and will be given tasks that provide an immediate impact on our company’s success. Our ideal teammate takes responsibility, takes initiative, communicates effectively, is process and data-driven, and is eager to learn, grow and contribute.

As a mechanical & materials process intern, you will report directly to our lead process developers. You will be involved with projects that relate to 3D modelling and mechanical design, fabrication, high temperature process design, materials testing, and recycled product development. You will become intimately familiar with our technologies and process team workflow allowing you to drive integration and high-level improvements to the process.

Key Responsibilities:

1.Recycling furnace development project (with team)

a.Aid with the design (3D-modelling)/materials sourcing/fabrication of a proto-type scale furnace.

b.Test capabilities of proto-type furnace, and iterate on design (slag melting trials)

c.Design/fabricate production-scale furnace

2.Develop heat and mass balances

3.Testing and modifying materials for product scoping and development

a.Evaluating slag/recycled materials for suitability as cement replacements, blasting media.

b.R&D testing as new challenges arise

4.Project leading

5.Report and presentation preparation

6.Support process team on project deliverables

Key Qualifications/Attributes:

• In-Progress Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Materials/Process Engineering working towards graduating in 2023-2024
• Knowledge of heat transfer concepts (and mass transfer preferably)
• Initiative
• Collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated, eager to learn, excellent organizational skills, comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Analytical thinker
• Prior experience using CAD/3D modelling software (Solidworks, Inventor, etc...) to model parts and assemblies
• Must have proven skills with MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint/Keynote
• Must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident
• Knowledge/interest in materials processing/testing/development
• Strong verbal and written communication/documentation skills
• Preferred 3 rd year +

Please Submit:

·Resume

·Unofficial transcript

·Short cover letter

oOne paragraph is all that is needed

oShould include (briefly): what excites you, what your interests are, your relevant skills, your experiences

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Ecomaterials is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This Equal Employment Opportunity policy applies to all practices relating to recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, discipline, transfer, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment. All Svante employees share in the responsibility for assuring that, by our personal actions, the policies are effective. Accommodations will be provided as requested by candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process..