Pilot Plant Engineer

Saltworks Technologies•Richmond, BC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Join our team as a Pilot Plant Engineer and play a key role in overseeing and optimizing our cutting-edge pilot-scale plants. This position offers a dynamic mix of fieldwork, factory operations, and engineering design support. Field assignments may last several months at customer sites, where you’ll be backed by a strong and supportive team at headquarters. You will advance your technical skills while working closely with our experienced senior leaders and subject matter experts. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy hands-on work, this role is for you.

Requirements

A valid passport and the ability to travel internationally to customer sites without restrictions.
A degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering, with 1-3 years of post-graduate experience in an industrial environment.
A strong safety mindset and commitment to maintaining a clean, organized work area.
Solid mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
Hands-on experience with tools, industrial instruments, and lab equipment.
Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills.
A quick learning ability and a high standard for quality work.
A collaborative, can-do attitude and willingness to pitch in wherever needed.

Responsibilities

Operate pilot-scale industrial water treatment and lithium refining systems (training provided).
Collect, analyze, and manage data, including wet lab testing and interpretation.
Build knowledge in inorganic water chemistry, treatment processes, and lithium refining with guidance from in-house experts.
Learn and apply an understanding of Saltworks’ products, processes, and pilot plant infrastructure.
Contribute to completion reports and provide feedback for process and design improvements.
Perform basic maintenance tasks, supported by skilled tradespeople for complex work.
Strengthen your technical and communication skills through work with engineering drawings, documentation, mass balances, and troubleshooting.