Lead Systems Engineer - Complex Lithium Process Facilities

Lithios Inc; Medford (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Lithios Inc. is seeking a Systems Engineer to support the development and execution of capital projects featuring Lithios' Advanced Lithium Extraction (ALE).

The ideal candidate will lead engineering across disciplines and coordinate with EPCs, vendors, and design teams in a complex, industrial setting. With 5+ years of engineering experience and a Mechanical background, you will ensure technically sound, well-integrated designs that meet project requirements and standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in multidisciplinary industrial or process facilities.
• Bachelor or Master in Mechanical Engineering preferred.
• Experience with contractors or engineering consultants is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
• Ability to manage cross-disciplinary complexity.

Responsibilities

• Lead systems engineering from concept through startup.
• Develop and review system and subsystem requirements, equipment specifications, datasheets, design criteria, and other technical documentation.
• Maintain understanding of the entire process flowsheet, including pre and post treatment of feedstock, extraction, water management, and reagents/utilities.
• Serve as a key technical interface to EPCs, reviewing deliverables, challenging assumptions, and ensuring alignment with project requirements.
• Coordinate across process, mechanical, electrical, controls, civil, and other engineering disciplines to ensure proper system integration.
• Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, FATs, commissioning, and startup activities.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to other project team members.

Skills

Systems engineering

Multidisciplinary teams

Technical communication

Vendor coordination

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Lithios Inc. is seeking a Systems Engineer to support the development and execution of capital projects featuring Lithios' Advanced Lithium Extraction (ALE).

The ideal candidate will lead engineering across disciplines and coordinate with EPCs, vendors, and design teams in a complex, industrial setting. With 5+ years of engineering experience and a Mechanical background, you will ensure technically sound, well-integrated designs that meet project requirements and standards.