Intermediate Process Engineer - Jobs in Richmond

Job Description

Saltworks Technologies (Richmond, BC) is a global technology leader in advanced industrial desalination and lithium refining. Our innovative machines produce clean water from high-strength industrial discharges and refine lithium to support the energy transition. We offer meaningful and exciting work in a collaborative environment, driven by innovation and problem-solving. We’re a fast-growing company offering exceptional career opportunities, driven by major global trends.The role:We are looking for Intermediate Process Engineers in the clean technology space to join our team! Our Process Engineers lead the design of plants that refine lithium-ion battery chemicals. Through this process, our plants also help industries recycle water, reduce waste, and protect the surrounding aquatic ecosystems.Demand for our solutions is growing rapidly, presenting opportunities for travel, career advancement, and work on innovative new product development. We invest in training and encourage our engineers to gain a deep understanding of our products, customers, strategy, and company culture. Previous experience in water treatment is not required. Our team includes industry specialists and pioneers in our field of practice, who will train and mentor you.Process Engineers will:

• Lead process design of lithium recovery and advanced desalination plants by implementing our repeatable modular water treatment unit operations.
• Research process device options and specifications to confirm the best technology and economic fit for a project.
• Contribute to new product design.
• Specific day-to-day tasks may include:
  • Creatively and strategically thinking through process designs to enable low-risk, cost-effective, and environmentally beneficial designs.
  • Developing mathematical process models.
  • Generating and maintaining PFDs, P amp;IDs, and mass balances throughout project phases.
  • Equipment sizing and specification.
  • Development of control philosophies.
  • Participation in Process Hazard Analysis/HAZOPs.
  • Developing and overseeing commissioning plans.
• Occasional hands-on work including commissioning, operating, and troubleshooting water treatment assets during commissioning at our facility or customer sites. We will train and support you in this regard.
• Advance pilot testing and innovations from concepts to reality by unpacking customer or system requirements, generating test plans for pilot scale or innovative systems, and executing those test plans with support from industry specialists.
• Analyze and report operational and performance data, including interpretation and recommendations.
• Contribute to innovation and technology development at Saltworks if this area is of interest.

You will be a great fit if you have:

• A relevant degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, or Integrated Engineering, with process design experience.
• Minimum 5 years post-graduation experience completing process or chemical engineering in an industrial setting (design, testing, operations).
• Experience developing P amp;IDs using AutoCAD P amp;ID or similar preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Hands-on tooling and troubleshooting skills are a bonus.
• The ability to organize, prioritize, maintain a high quality of work, pay attention to detail, and quickly learn new skills.
• A positive attitude, can-do approach, and willingness to roll up your sleeves and pitch in as required.

Why join SaltworksWe have an outstanding team that is passionate about innovation and solving key environmental challenges facing our planet.Join a team pioneering the future of water. Some of our customers include world-leading electric vehicle makers, semiconductor firms, mining companies, agriculture firms, and more!We offer:

• A collaborative and rewarding work environment.
• Opportunities to advance technically or in leadership roles.
• A competitive compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, RRSP matching, life insurance, AD amp;D coverage, and an education allowance.
• A culture that supports safety, innovation, learning, diversity, and teamwork.
• Fun social activities and company events.

How to apply:If you would like to be a part of a globally recognized team, please submit your resume (cover letters are not required).While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. All applications are considered confidential.Kindly, no recruiters.INDS#LI-OnsitePowered by JazzHR