Process Engineer Intern: Hands-on, Safety‑Driven

Lithium Nevada, LLC; Winnemucca (NV); On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Relocation support

Job summary

Lithium Americas is seeking a Process Engineer Intern to join the Process team at the Thacker Pass facility. You will gain hands-on experience in process engineering, plant operations, commissioning and safety, reporting to the Site Engineering Manager.

This internship includes housing and relocation support for the Winnemucca area. Based at the Thacker Pass production facility, the role involves cross-functional collaboration, data analysis of plant performance, and development of engineering

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mining Engineering or Metallurgy with sophomore status or higher.
• Basic understanding of chemical process principles (balances, thermodynamics, fluid flow).
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Promote and support a safety-first culture and OSHA/MSHA compliance.
• Assist process engineers in monitoring plant performance data and energy usage.
• Support data collection, documentation, and technical reporting.
• Assist with developing and reviewing PFDs, P&IDs, SOPs, and operating manuals.
• Participate in MOC and Process Safety Management activities.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, EHS and quality teams.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Communication

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mining Engineering or Metallurgy

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Lithium Americas is seeking a Process Engineer Intern to join the Process team at the Thacker Pass facility. You will gain hands-on experience in process engineering, plant operations, commissioning and safety, reporting to the Site Engineering Manager.

This internship includes housing and relocation support for the Winnemucca area. Based at the Thacker Pass production facility, the role involves cross-functional collaboration, data analysis of plant performance, and development of engineering