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Process Engineer

Lithium Americas
Winnemucca, USA
Full-time
Mid · 3–10 years experience
Onsite
Discovered 3 weeks ago

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Responsibilities

  • Support pre-commissioning, commissioning, and start-up activities for the Thacker Pass Sulfuric Acid Plant and Lithium Processing Facility in coordination with the Commissioning and Start-Up team
  • Provide day-to-day process engineering support to Operations, assisting with troubleshooting and optimization of equipment and processes
  • Investigate operational issues using process data and trends from the DCS historian
  • Develop and manage capital projects that improve safety, throughput, and efficiency in the processing plant
  • Oversee contractors performing maintenance and sustaining projects on-site, ensuring work is completed safely and efficiently
  • Provide advice and technical guidance to contractors, employees, and consultants to ensure Company and corporate standards are applied and maintained
  • Review, create, and implement a positive safety and environmentally sound culture with the right procedures and programs for the Thacker Pass Processing facility
  • Develop systems and processes that track and optimize productivity and standards, metrics, and performance targets to ensure effective return on assets.
  • Builds and maintains trusted relationships across all teams while championing a culture that reflects and supports our Purpose, Vision, and Values.
  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related field
  • 3-10 years’ experience as a Process Engineer in a chemical processing facility
  • Strong understanding of chemical process engineering principles and unit operations
  • Familiarity with OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) or MSHA regulations, preferred
  • Demonstrated commitment to safety, environmental stewardship, and teamwork
  • Personal commitment to Lithium Americas’ core Purpose, Vision and Values
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to motivate teams toward common goals
  • Proven ability to manage several projects in parallel, while prioritizing and pursuing critical-path tasks on an accelerated schedule
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate effectively across
  • Ability to critically challenge assumptions, “think outside the box”, and deliver creative solutions
  • Be a self-starter: highly motivated, able to work independently, with high energy
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, Project, Teams, etc.)
  • Familiarity with DCS control systems and data historian platforms
  • 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.

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