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Process Engineer Intern
Lithium Americas
Winnemucca, USA
Part-time
Intern
Onsite
Discovered 3 weeks ago
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Key Responsibilities
- Promote Lithium Nevada’s safety-first culture through strict compliance with OSHA and MSHA regulations as well as Lithium Nevada’s site-specific safety program. Perform all assigned activities with a safety-first mindset. Promote and foster employee “stop work” authority. Identify, report and mitigate safety hazards and observations as part of daily activities and safety walks. Champion safety standards and promote communication and accountability within all production areas.
- Assist process engineers with monitoring and analyzing plant performance data (mass balances, energy usage, yields, and efficiencies).
- Assist with data collection, documentation, and technical reporting.
- Support development and review of PFDs, P&IDs, SOPs, and operating manuals.
- Participate in Management of Change (MOC) and Process Safety Management (PSM) activities.
- Observe and follow all safety, environmental, and quality policies.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including operations, maintenance, EHS, and quality.
- Builds and maintains trusted relationships across all teams while championing a culture. that reflects and supports our Purpose, Vision, and Values.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mining Engineering or Metallurgy.
- Completion of at least sophomore-level coursework by start date.
- Basic understanding of chemical process principles (material/energy balances, thermodynamics, fluid flow, etc.).
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
- Strong problem-solving, analytical and communication skills.
- Ability to work safely in an industrial plant and construction environment.
- Personal commitment to Lithium Americas’ Purpose, Vision, and Values.
- Working at Lithium Americas
- At Lithium Americas, we believe our people are our most valuable asset. We offer a collaborative and inclusive work environment, with opportunities for long-term growth and skills development..
- We are committed to building a diverse and respectful workplace and strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
- Equal Opportunity Statement
- Lithium Americas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, gender, disability, age, veteran status, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.
About Lithium Americas
Mining & Metals94 employeesFounded 2023
Canadian public company developing Thacker Pass, a lithium mine and chemical-processing facility for North American battery production.
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