Lithium Extraction Process Engineer — Pilot-Scale Innovation

Lilac Solutions, Inc.; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401k with pre- and post-tax investing

Flexible spendings account/Health-she

Group and term life insurance

Flexible paid time off

Paid sick leave

Parental leave (8 weeks)

Commuter benefits

Lunches provided

Employee assistance program

Monthly phone stipend

Job summary

Lilac Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Process Engineer to design and conduct experiments on our proprietary ion exchange system to support scaling up its technology.

You will join a team improving mini pilot scale lithium extraction modules using solid engineering principles and cross-functional collaboration. You will operate process equipment, collect and analyze data, and summarize results in technical reports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical/ mechanical engineering or related field.
• Familiar with laboratory equipment and safety procedures.
• Highly organized with strong data analysis and interpretation skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration with engineers, chemists, and operators.
• Must pass respirator fit test; able to stand up to 8 hours and lift up to 50 lbs; wear PPE.

Responsibilities

• Design, fabricate, commission, and operate lithium extraction modules from bench to pilot scale.
• Develop new designs to improve efficiency of the technology.
• Prepare material balances, PFDs, and P&IDs.
• Interface with automation, process control, and continuous improvement teams.

Skills

Laboratory skills

Data analysis

Communication

Safety procedures

Physical requirements

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemical or mechanical engineering

Tools

PLCs

Process equipment

Job description

Lilac Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Process Engineer to design and conduct experiments on our proprietary ion exchange system to support scaling up its technology.

You will join a team improving mini pilot scale lithium extraction modules using solid engineering principles and cross-functional collaboration. You will operate process equipment, collect and analyze data, and summarize results in technical reports.