Grow your career. Be the difference. Leading the commercialization of ground-breaking technology that captures CO₂ directly from air is challenging and exhilarating. As a member of the CE team, you’ll be surrounded by smart, adventurous, curious people committed to progressing our Direct Air Capture (DAC). We’re a diverse team of innovators hailing from around the world with a shared vision, purpose, and commitment to deliver large scale climate change solutions. Our headquarters is in Squamish, B.C., and our presence is expanding in many other markets around the world as we commercialize our technologies
Our culture combines our heritage as a small company with our ambitious goals. We have a passion for what we do and believe our work will have a true and lasting impact on the world. Many of our employees are drawn to CE because of the direct connection between the game-changing work we do and their own personal values.
At our core, Carbon Engineering values integrity, growth, excellence in execution, and fun. This is an environment where people matter, and contributions are noticed. Our employees work hard and are given the opportunity to learn and grow from mistakes. Diversity is embraced, and we value an inclusive work environment where every employee has an equal opportunity to be heard. We work in a dynamic environment and thrive on tackling rewarding and complex problems as a team.

POSITION SCOPE

We are seeking an experienced and self-motivated Lab Manager to oversee the efficient operation of our research laboratories within the Technology organization. Reporting to the Senior Director, Technology Development, this role is instrumental in ensuring smooth laboratory functions, maintaining equipment, and upholding environmental, health, and safety standards as a top priority.
This position provides leadership by overseeing daily laboratory functions, upgrades and maintenance of equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations and industry standards to support the preparation and execution of test campaigns. The Lab Manager will optimize lab processes, enhance test capabilities, and drive innovation, helping plant operations and research teams achieve their goals while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Education:

• Master’s degree or higher in Chemistry, Material Science, Chemical or Materials Engineering or in an equivalent technical field.

Experience:

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Laboratory Manager or in an equivalent role, preferably in an industrial laboratory
• Must have comprehensive knowledge of fundamental chemical principles, laboratory practices and procedures, equipment maintenance, laboratory safety and associated computer support systems.
• Demonstrated expertise in problem-solving abilities, analytical thinking, and technical analysis.
• Proven leadership in supervising direct and indirect reports within a collaborative research or operational setting.
• Track record of driving research and development initiatives, including designing, validating, adopting and scaling new laboratory processes in response to evolving technical challenges and business needs.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities, with the capacity to handle multiple complex issues simultaneously.
• Excellent communication skills for collaboration with stakeholders, colleagues, and staff, including fluency in English for reading, writing, and presenting information across all levels of management.

Preferred Qualifications / Assets:

• Experience in instrumentation and data acquisition.
• Ability to optimize laboratory processes and resources for efficiency.
• Creativity and adaptability in solving problems and developing new ideas.
• High proficiency in Microsoft 365.
• Familiarity with Sample Manager, Minitab, SEEQ, Trendminer, AVECA Pi.

Health Safety and Environment

• Demonstrate a positive safety culture.
• Identify, report, and resolve unsafe conditions, processes, or actions within the workplace.
• Ensure that all safety related incidents, accidents and near misses are reported and investigated in line with company policy.
• Leverage the training program to establish safety as a core value in all activities.
• Must be able to lift 20 kg, climb ladders and stairs. Walking, bending, stooping is required.
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment including the use of a respirator.
• Must be able to respond to visual and audible alarms.

Responsibilities

• Laboratory Supplies and Equipment Management
• Maintain, calibrate, troubleshoot, and operate laboratory equipment, ensuring reliability through routine maintenance, repairs, modifications, and process optimizations.
• Determine lab equipment and instrumentation needs for routine work, project execution, and R&D enhancements, drafting proposals for acquisition.
• Collaborate with external consultants, vendors, and internal stakeholders to evaluate testing capabilities and scale-up strategies.
• Oversee lab inventory, procurement, and budget, while managing test resources and prioritizing projects based on business and technical needs.
• Sample and Data Management
• Implement sample management protocols to ensure accurate tracking, secure storage, and streamlined analysis across sites.
• Leverage laboratory and project management systems for efficient data collection, workflow tracking, and reporting.
• Maintain data integrity by ensuring systematic record retention, protection, and disposal of data while maintaining a clean, organized, and functional workspace.
• Establish and maintain rigorous QA/QC protocols, including Gauge R&R and statistical process control, to validate the repeatability and reproducibility of laboratory results and ensure consistent data reliability.
• Safety & Compliance
• Implement and enforce safety protocols while ensuring regulatory compliance, including adherence to Safety Data Sheets, proper chemical handling, and equipment usage.
• Participate in safety programs, including Process Hazard Analysis (PHA), Management of Change (MoC) requirements, and investigation of safety incidents.
• Apply lessons learned to improve equipment, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and laboratory practices.
• Drive implementation of lean practices and continuous improvement initiatives to improve lab throughput and reduce process inefficiencies.
• Technical Oversight & Research Support
• Lead and oversee analytical testing, ensuring accuracy in execution, appropriate test selection, and precise data analysis to support operational and research needs.
• Evaluate and standardize laboratory workflows, implementing best practices to improve efficiency and traceability.
• Act as the subject matter expert (SME) for specialized laboratory characterization, independently executing advanced analytical techniques to ensure high-quality and precise results.
• Provide technical support, assisting with data interpretation, troubleshooting, and standard operating procedure (SoP) development to ensure consistency and accuracy in testing.
• Design, implement, and review test plans, ensuring analytical processes align with technical objectives and produce actionable results.
• Interpret and communicate findings, summarizing data through reports and presentations to provide clear insights and inform decision-making.
• Internal & External Collaborations
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders, including customers, to define optimal testing solutions, plan and execute studies, coordinate deliverables across concurrent technical projects, and ensure alignment on scope, timelines, and data exchange.
• Support R&D initiatives through collaboration with external technical teams.
• Support project governance framework, communicate risks, and ensure visibility of deliverables to senior management and technical partners.
• Work with legal counsel for NDAs to protect intellectual property, ensuring appropriate documentation and filings.
• Team Leadership & Development
• Lead cross-functional teams including lab personnel, validation engineers, and/or project managers, to drive cohesive project execution and uphold high technical standards.
• Provide mentorship and personal development guidance to direct reports, fostering long-term growth and leadership potential.
• Deliver practical training on equipment use, testing methodologies, and lab procedures to build technical confidence and precision.
• Create an environment that values initiative, continuous learning, and individual ownership, empowering team members to excel independently and collectively.