Owner's Engineer - Process

“Be the catalyst that turns breakthrough science into global commercial reality.” 

Samsara Eco exists for one reason: to repair our planet through infinite plastic recycling. 

We are now entering the most defining phase of our journey — transitioning from breakthrough technology to global commercial deployment. This next chapter requires disciplined capital allocation, integrated operating design, and leadership that can translate technical innovation into enterprise-scale execution. 

WHO WE ARE

Samsara Eco is a climate technology innovator creating a truly circular solution for plastics and textiles. We are unlocking the ability to recycle materials infinitely — enabling brands to decouple growth from fossil fuel dependency. 

Having successfully proven our science and piloting capability, we are now deploying our First Commercial Facility and building the blueprint for global replication. 

This is not just an engineering challenge. 
It is an enterprise scaling challenge. 

ROLE PURPOSE

The Owner’s Engineer - Process represents Samsara’s technical and commercial interests in the design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and performance validation of our first-of-a-kind process plant.  

The role provides independent process engineering leadership to ensure that: 

• The original technology design intent is faithfully translated into executable engineering. 

• The facility meets production, safety, operability, maintainability, environmental, and commercial objectives. 

• Design decisions are robust, defensible, and aligned with the Samsara’s long-term operating strategy. 

• Technical risk is identified, quantified, and managed throughout all project phases. 

• The final plant is fit-for-purpose, safe to operate, and capable of achieving guaranteed performance metrics. 

• Process knowledge is transferred effectively to the long-term Operations team. 

This position acts as the independent technical authority for the Owner and serves as the critical bridge between our:  

• In-House Technology Team 

• EPC/MPC Contractor 

• Operations Process Engineering Team 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Team Leadership & Technical Guidance 

• Work closely with the In-House Technology Team to: 

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  • Translate pilot, lab, and development data into scalable industrial design criteria. 
  
  
  
  

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  • Define and maintain the Process Design Basis. 
  
  
  
  

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  • Document critical assumptions, sensitivities, and operating envelopes. 
  
  
  
  

• Ensure technology design intent is preserved through: 

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  • FEED and detailed engineering. 
  
  
  
  

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  • Vendor package design. 
  
  
  
  

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  • Control philosophy development. 
  
  
  
  

• Review and approve: 

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  • Heat & mass balances, PFDs and P&IDs, Equipment sizing and design margins. 
  
  
  
  

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  • Relief system design and control narratives and alarm philosophy. 
  
  
  
  

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  • HAZID, HAZOP, LOPA, and SIL outcomes. 
  
  
  
  

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  • Ensure consistency between steady-state design, dynamic behaviour, and startup philosophy. 
  
  
  
  

• Risk Identification & Process Safety 

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  • Identify scale-up, operability, and controllability risks early. 
  
  
  
  

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  • Confirm chemical handling, utilities integration, and waste streams are robustly designed. 
  
  
  
  

Commissioning & Performance Validation 

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  • Review and approve commissioning procedures. 
  
  
  
  

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  • Validate startup strategy and ramp-up logic. 
  
  
  
  

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  • Support troubleshooting during commissioning and early operations. 
  
  
  
  

• Confirm plant performance against guaranteed KPIs: 

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  • Capacity, Yield, Energy intensity, Product quality 
  
  
  
  

Knowledge Transfer and Readiness to Operate 

• Develop and implement a structured Process Knowledge Transfer Plan. 

• Work alongside Operations Process Engineers to: 

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  • Transfer understanding of control philosophy and dynamic sensitivities. 
  
  
  
  

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  • Clarify operating envelopes and limiting parameters. 
  
  
  
  

• Support development of: 

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  • Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), startup/shutdown narratives, process troubleshooting guides. 
  
  
  
  

• Ensure Operations Engineers understand not only “how” the plant runs, but “why” it was designed that way. 

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE…

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering (required).


• Postgraduate qualifications in Chemical/Process Engineering advantageous.


• Chartered or professional registration (e.g., CEng, RPEQ) is highly regarded.

• Strong foundation in reaction engineering, separations, heat transfer, fluid flow, and solids handling.


• Demonstrated experience scaling technologies from pilot to commercial operation.


• Deep understanding of process safety and risk mitigation principles.


• Experience with FOAK or technology‑commercialisation projects is a strong advantage.

• Proven ability to support commissioning, startup, and troubleshooting.


• Communicates clearly with technical and non‑technical stakeholders.


• Confident, independent thinker who can challenge assumptions constructively.


• Thrives in complexity and ambiguity typical of FOAK environments.

• Strong alignment with Samsara Eco’s mission and values.


• Commitment to safety, integrity, and long‑term asset performance.


• Flexibility to support shift work during commissioning as needed.

Location & Travel Requirements

This role can be based in any of the following locations:

• Australia — with travel to Asia


• Singapore — with extensive travel to Australia and Asia
  

Please note:
Regardless of home base, the role requires significant time onsite. This includes:

• 2–3 months on the ground in Jerrabomberra, Australia during the early project phases


• Increased time in Asia toward the end of the plant fit‑out and commissioning.

WHY WORK WITH US?

We’re not just building a plant—we’re building a new industry. At Samsara Eco, you’ll work on problems that matter for generations to come, surrounded by curious, driven people who move fast, stay grounded in values, and always do what’s right for the planet.

We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. We welcome diverse perspectives and support each person to show up as their full self. If you need adjustments during recruitment, we’re here to help.

Join us in building a legacy of positive change for the planet, and for future generations.

And for more information check out our explainer video here!