Electrical Supervisor

Lithium Americas•Winnemucca, NV

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Lithium Americas is a North American resource and materials company focused on developing, building, and operating lithium deposits and chemical processing facilities. Their flagship asset, Thacker Pass, located in Humboldt County, northern Nevada, is the world's largest known measured lithium source and reserve. The company is committed to safely and responsibly developing Thacker Pass to production to strengthen national security and enable cleaner energy sources, minimizing environmental impact, creating family-supporting jobs, and maximizing sustainable value for stakeholders. The Electrical Supervisor will join the Maintenance team, leading the reliability, maintenance, and safety of all electrical and instrumentation systems across the processing facility, ensuring optimal performance of critical plant equipment and automation systems. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization focused on innovation, sustainability, and leadership in the clean energy sector. The position is based at Thacker Pass and reports to the Maintenance Superintendent. Occasional travel to other LAC offices, project sites, or vendor locations may be required.

Requirements

Minimum 5–8 years of electrical/instrumentation experience in mining or heavy industrial environments.
At least 3 years of supervisory or team lead experience.
High school diploma or GED required.
Strong knowledge of PLC/DCS systems, automation, and control system troubleshooting.
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and P&IDs.
Experience with high-voltage systems, transformers, and switchgear.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to obtain MSHA certification.
Ability to work in industrial environments, including exposure to weather, noise, dust, and chemicals.
Willingness to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, and on-call rotations.
Personal commitment to Lithium Americas’ Purpose, Vision, and Values.

Nice To Haves

Electrical engineering degree or certified apprenticeship preferred.
ISA or other relevant technical certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

Leads all maintenance activities with a strong safety-first mindset, ensuring strict compliance with MSHA and OSHA regulations along with site specific safety standards; actively identifies and mitigates observed hazards, conducts regular safety inspections and toolbox talks, and fosters a culture where safe work practices and personal accountability are non-negotiable.
Champions site safety standards, promotes open communication within group and leads by example.
Lead and mentor E&I technicians, including daily work assignments, scheduling, and performance management.
Oversee troubleshooting, repair, and calibration of PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and process control systems to minimize downtime.
Ensure compliance with MSHA, NFPA 70E, and company safety standards while promoting a strong safety culture.
Coordinate and execute preventative and predictive maintenance programs to improve equipment reliability.
Support capital projects, system upgrades, and commissioning of new electrical and instrumentation systems.
Manage E&I budget, spare parts inventory, and vendor/contractor relationships.
Maintain reliability and performance of electrical distribution systems, instrumentation, and automation across plant operations.
Builds and maintains trusted relationships across all teams while championing a culture that reflects and supports our Purpose, Vision, and Values.
Perform other duties as assigned.