Project Engineer | Pilot Plant Engineer - Nevada

Lever, Inc.; Las Vegas, Northern (NV, KY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Lever, Inc. in Las Vegas, NV is seeking an engineer to oversee the pilot plant project during construction and operations. You will participate in HAZOP studies, help write SOPs, and manage the construction crew while ensuring safety and schedule adherence.

The role requires 2-5 years in metallurgical settings, PE licensure in Nevada preferred, and the ability to work flexible hours including nights. A fast-paced environment with growth into a senior position is anticipated.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering with Chemical, Metallurgical, or Mechanical specialization.
• Registered or ability to register as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the state of Nevada.
• 2-5 years of relevant experience, especially in metallurgical operations.

Responsibilities

• Attend and contribute to Hazard and Operability (HAZOP) studies for the pilot plant design.
• Assist in writing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Daily management of the construction crew.
• Lead morning toolbox talks.
• Perform Hazard and Risk Assessments during the construction process.
• Maintain project schedule and provide weekly updates to management.
• Manage all work orders.
• Manage all lockouts, confined space entries, and occupational hygiene.
• Receive all deliveries.
• Supervise the operations and maintenance teams.
• Operate equipment when required.
• Input and manage process data.
• Assist in data analytics.
• Optimize flowsheets.
• Schedule and manage sample analysis with external laboratories.
• Work flexible hours that could include night shifts.
• There will be a senior role in Western Magnesium to grow into after the pilot plant operation is complete.

Skills

Project management

Hazop participation

Data analytics

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering (Chemical/Metallurgical/Mechanical)

Professional Engineer (PE) license in Nevada

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Position Summary

This role will have multiple responsibilities. We are currently designing and building a pilot plant facility.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• This role will have two phases to begin with:
• During construction
• Attend and contribute to Hazard and Operability (HAZOP) studies for the pilot plant design
• Assist in writing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Daily management of the construction crew
• Lead morning toolbox talks
• Perform Hazard and Risk Assessments during the construction process
• Maintain project schedule and provide weekly updates to management
• Manage all work orders
• Manage all lockouts, confined space entries, and occupational hygiene
• Receive all deliveries
• During operations
• Supervise the operations and maintenance teams
• Operate equipment when required
• Input and manage process data
• Assist in data analytics
• Optimize flowsheets
• Schedule and manage sample analysis with external laboratories
• Work flexible hours that could include night shifts
• This role will be very fast paced and will require a significant amount of self-directed learning. There will be a senior role in Western Magnesium to grow into after the pilot plant operation is complete.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering with Chemical, Metallurgical, or Mechanical specialization
• Registered or ability to register as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the state of Nevada
• 2-5 years of relevant experience, especially in metallurgical operations
• Highly organized with the ability to multi-task
• Strong digital literacy in Microsoft Office Suite: Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Outstanding interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and comfortable making recommendations
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
• Capacity to work proactively and possess good time management skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with others in a technical team-based environment
• Preference will be given to candidates with previous metallurgical pilot plant experience and/or industrial plant construction experience
• The company conducts its work out of a newly acquired location in Las Vegas, Nevada; relocation to this area will be required

$100,000 - $117,000 a year