Decarbonization Engineer

Decarbonization Engineer

Full-Time, Permanent

This is a remote position in any state or province where Graymont operates

Graymont is seeking a Decarbonization Engineer to play a pivotal role in advancing the company’s decarbonization technology initiatives, with a strong emphasis on process innovation, technology development, and retrofitting. Reporting to the Director, Decarbonization Engineering, the successful individual will support the development and operation of pilot plants, the execution of pre-commercial feasibility projects, and the creation and enhancement of process simulation and optimization tools.

The Decarbonization Engineer will collaborate closely with the Process Engineering, HSE (permits, regulations, and emissions compliance), and Products/Sales teams, gaining a solid understanding of Graymont’s core business operations. This position will also drive continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring product quality, operational excellence, environmental compliance, and alignment with best practices across all processes.

Responsibilities

Process Development, Optimization & Technical Support

• Participate in the execution of decarbonization projects (feasibility studies, due diligence studies, technology surveys, support to funding proposals)

• Identify, troubleshoot and resolve process issues in lime, limestone, and LCCS manufacturing, handling and shipping processes and decarbonization of the same.

• Support equipment selection, layout design, piloting, validation, and commissioning activities.

• Conduct heat and mass balances and develop advanced test campaigns and instrument selection.

• Conduct process simulation and optimization for Graymont’s new and existing technologies.

• Develop and monitor KPIs and audit protocols.

• Collaborate with plant personnel, contractors, and technical teams to implement innovative solutions.

Project & Innovation Support

• Develop and present technical scope of work and assist in permitting activities.

• Document and communicate critical process modifications and best practices.

• Research technological advancements in decarbonization, lime, cement, and related industries and identify technological solutions to support Graymont’s decarbonization path to net zero.

Safety & Leadership

• Champion safety as a core value across all functions.

• Lead and/or participate in cross-functional teams to improve safety, quality, and operational efficiency.

• Facilitate cultural and technical change aligned with continuous improvement initiatives.

Environmental & Regulatory Compliance

• Work with plant and HSE teams to ensure compliance with internal standards and external regulations.

• Understand combustion practices and emissions limits and other regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Education: Master’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Controls Engineering, or a related field. Ph.D. and Bachelor’s degrees will also be considered.

• Professional Experience: 2 to 5 years of experience is preferred. Backgrounds in the lime, cement, chemical, oil and gas, or other heavy industrial sectors will be considered. Experience in governmental agencies related to decarbonization technologies or engineering is also considered an asset.

• Technical Requirements:

  • Knowledge of decarbonization processes and flue gas treatment techniques.

  • Strong understanding of chemical and separation processes, process control systems, and instrumentation.

  • Proficient in heat and mass balance calculations and advanced Excel use. Experience with process modeling tools (e.g., Aspen suite).

• Relevant Experience: Project management and plant commissioning experience preferred.

• Travel Requirements: Willingness to travel regularly throughout the U.S. and Canada (up to 50%).

• Language Skills: English fluency required; proficiency in French or Spanish considered an asset.

Who You Are

• Effective Communicator: You are an active listener who can communicate effectively with different audiences in diverse situations.

• Proactive and Driven: You work with a sense of urgency, are results-driven, and thrive in a fast-paced, interdisciplinary, and entrepreneurial environment. You are willing to roll up your sleeves and do what it takes to get the job done.

• Adaptable: You are open to change and capable of adjusting to new situations and challenges with ease.

• Critical Thinker: You analyze situations objectively and make informed decisions based on thorough evaluation and reasoning

• Interpersonal Skills: You build and maintain positive relationships with colleagues and clients, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment.

Who We Are
Founded in 1948, Graymont is a trusted global leader in essential calcium-based solutions. Professionally managed and family-owned, we proudly serve a wide range of markets, customers, and communities throughout North America and Asia Pacific. Graymont is also the strategic partner of Grupo Calidra, the largest lime producer in Latin America.

Graymont’s strategy is anchored in its strong commitment to its core values of integrity, respect, teamwork, innovation, excellence, accountability, and long-term perspective.
Central to our philosophy is a long-term approach to our business, built on a solid commitment to sustainable growth and focus on decarbonization, all of which is embodied in our mission statement: Contributing to a decarbonized world by providing essential lime and limestone solutions.

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