Chemical Process Engineer

Responsibilities

• Design and implement battery recycling & primary resource extraction systems from a laboratory scale basis into pilot and commercial scale systems. 
• Iterate technical improvements to novel processing routes for extracting high purity battery materials consistently from various feedstocks. 
• Support operations and R&D teams by providing technical feedback and test plans for continuous improvement. 
• Size and select process engineering equipment. Coordinate technical requirements to equipment vendors and review equipment and process submittals. 
• Develop and update mass and energy balancesfor improved chemical processing systems. 
• Complete process system designs leveraging various solids, liquid, and gas processing technologies. 
• Collaborate with program management and construction teams to safely and quickly implement efficient designs. 

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Background in Chemistry/Chemical Engineering 
• 3+ years of engineering/design experience 
• Ability to translate fundamental design principles and equations into functional equipment systems 
• Able to interpret and produce Process Flow Diagrams (PFD) and Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID) 
• Chemical processing background (Oil, Gas & Chemicals, Metals & Mining, Mineral Processing, etc.) 
• Ability to positively collaborate in a team environment 

Preferred Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Engineer: Chemical or Mining 
• Strong understanding of both organic and inorganic chemistry  
• Experience with Autodesk CAD programs (Plant3D, Revit) 
• Experience with chemical process modeling software 
• Experience developing Basis of Design documentation and process / control narratives 
• Experience in water treatment, extraction, and purification system designs 

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand and sit for prolonged periods. 
• Ability to walk throughout the plant. 
• Ability to bend at the waist. 
• Ability to lift assisted over 50 lbs. 
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders 
• Ability to wear PPE which includes but is not limited to the following: eye and face protection, hearing protection, respirators, and protective shoes and shoe coverings. 
• Must have 20/20 or corrected vision. 
• Ability to perform repetitive duties. 
• Ability to work in environments that may include exposure to noise, dust, and chemicals for extended periods of time.