Pilot Plant Engineer

Saltworks Technologies: Industrial Water + Lithium; Richmond; On-site; CAD 81,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative firm as a Pilot Plant Engineer, where you'll oversee and optimize cutting-edge pilot-scale plants. This role combines fieldwork and engineering design, allowing you to enhance your technical skills in a collaborative environment. You'll work closely with experienced leaders, gaining hands-on experience in industrial water treatment and lithium refining. If you're passionate about solving environmental challenges and enjoy a dynamic work setting, this opportunity is perfect for you. Contribute to pioneering solutions that support the energy transition and make a real impact in the industry.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

RRSP Matching

Life Insurance

Education Allowance

Collaborative Work Environment

Social Activities

Company Events

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in an industrial environment.
• Hands-on experience with tools and industrial processes.

Responsibilities

• Operate pilot-scale industrial water treatment systems.
• Collect and analyze data for process improvements.
• Perform basic maintenance tasks and support engineering design.

Skills

Chemical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Data Analysis

Safety Management

Troubleshooting

Communication Skills

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Industrial Instruments

Lab Equipment

Job description

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Saltworks Technologies, based in Richmond, BC, is a global technology leader in advanced industrial desalination and lithium refining. Our innovative machines produce clean water from high-strength industrial discharges and refine lithium to support the energy transition. We offer meaningful and exciting work in a collaborative environment, driven by innovation and problem-solving. We’re a fast-growing company offering exceptional career opportunities, driven by major global trends.

The Role:

Join our team as a Pilot Plant Engineer and play a key role in overseeing and optimizing our cutting-edge pilot-scale plants. This role is a combination of fieldwork, factory operations, and contributing to engineering design. Field shifts typically span 1-2 weeks at a customer site. While at site, you will be well supported by a strong team at headquarters.

You will advance your technical skills while working closely with our experienced senior leaders and subject matter experts. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy hands-on work, this role is for you.

Your main tasks will include:

• Operate pilot-scale industrial water treatment and lithium refining systems (training provided).
• Collect, analyze, and manage data, including wet lab testing and interpretation.
• Build knowledge in inorganic water chemistry, treatment processes, and lithium refining, guided by in-house experts.
• Learn and apply an understanding of Saltworks’ products, processes, and pilot plant infrastructure.
• Contribute to completion reports and provide feedback for process and design improvements.
• Perform basic maintenance tasks, supported by skilled tradespeople for complex work.
• Help develop and maintain test plans, standard operating procedures, job safety assessments, and checklists for continuous process improvements.
• Strengthen your technical and communication skills through work with engineering drawings, documentation, mass balances, and troubleshooting.
  
  

You will be a great fit if you have:

• A valid passport and the ability to travel internationally to customer sites without restrictions.
• A degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering, with 2-3 years of post-graduate experience in an industrial environment.
• A strong safety mindset and commitment to maintaining a clean, organized work area.
• Solid mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Hands-on experience with tools, industrial instruments, and lab equipment.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills.
• A quick learning ability and a high standard for quality work.
• A collaborative, can-do attitude and a willingness to pitch in wherever needed.
  
  

Why join Saltworks?

We have an outstanding team that is passionate about innovation and solving key environmental challenges facing our planet.

Join a team pioneering the future of water and lithium. Some of our customers include world-leading electric vehicle makers, semiconductor firms, mining companies, agriculture firms, and more!

We offer:

• A collaborative and rewarding work environment.
• A competitive compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, RRSP matching, life insurance, AD&D coverage, and an education allowance.
• A culture that supports safety, innovation, learning, diversity, and teamwork.
• Fun social activities and company events.
  
  

How to apply:

If you would like to be a part of a globally recognized team, please submit your resume (cover letters are not required).

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. All applications are considered confidential.

Kindly, no recruiters.

Salary: Negotiable based on your experience, qualifications, and internal equity.

Location: 13800 Steveston Hwy, Richmond, BC V6W 1A8

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