Job description

Are you the experienced Process Engineer we are looking for? Open to relocating to Reno, Nevada- an hour from Lake Tahoe activities and the majestic Sierra mountains? Come work with enthusiastic, collaborative PROFESSIONALS that care about the environment.

SUMMARY

Our uniquely qualified Process Engineer report to the Director of Engineering and conduct innovative research, develop breakthrough technologies (AquaRefining™), and implement new processes, procedures, and equipment. This is all in support of Aqua Metals’ mission to provide sustainable metal recycling for materials strategic to energy storage applications and deliver raw material back into the manufacturing supply chain in a clean economical way that reduces overreliance on mining to meet demand.

This position will support Aqua Metal’s development of clean lithium-ion battery recycling processes. The Chemical Engineer will work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment partnering with operations, control, and chemistry departments.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

· Work as process engineer for the design and scale-up of innovative hydrometallurgical recycling processes.

· Develop and maintain process flow diagrams, P&ID, process models, and simulations.

· Participate in the commissioning and operation of new hydrometallurgical recycling plants, including monitoring developments and troubleshooting.

· Ensure potential safety issues related to project operator, environment, the process, and the product are always considered.

· Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for existing and new systems

· Write and maintain technical reports and engineering documentation

· Develop simple and robust process controls and analytics.

· Liaison with cross-function team including project manager, procurement, construction manager, and operations manager

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education:

· Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mining or Electrochemical Engineering, or equivalent experience.

· 5 years of experience in related industry.

• Previous experience either in a lab setting or a pilot plant setting, scaling products up from lab to pilot or from pilot to full-scale
• Previous unit operations experience with solvent extraction, leaching, filtration, electrowinning, etc.

· Previous experience with Design of Experiments (DOE) preferred

· Ability to safely travel domestically and internationally; ability to meet all legal, safety, and other requirements for domestic and international travel. Must have valid passport.

· Additional language skills preferred/bi-lingual or multi-lingual (not required but a plus).

· SOFTWARE/HARDWARE: Microsoft Office suites; email, internet, adobe, etc., as well as varying specific company software platforms, simulation software; computer and other related office equipment.

The requirements and duties listed above represent the knowledge, skills, and ability for an individual to perform successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be requested from and reviewed by Human Resources using the interactive process to facilitate individuals with disabilities or other protected categories to perform essential functions.

Exceptional Total Compensation offering: (Chemical Engineer)

• Generous relocation package- as needed
• $10k sign on bonus (stock with vesting schedule)
• Two Incentive plans (cash and stock with vesting schedule)
• Education reimbursement, Holidays, Paid time off, etc.
• Medical - 2 PPO offerings – 100% company paid
• Medical HSA Account with company contribution
• Dental/Vision - 100% company paid
• Short & Long-Term Disability – 100% company paid
• Life Insurance/AD&D - 100% company paid
• 401K Match program - 4%match to your 5% contribution,100% immediate vesting

Learn more about Aqua Metals:

• Website: www.aquametals.com

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be afforded equal opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, military status, an unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other protected category. We have robust Covid19 protocols, maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing and background verification checks.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay
• Signing bonus

COVID-19 considerations:
We are very safe, have a proven safety record, require vaccination, and have implemented extensive COVID-19 mitigation procedures. Vaccines required for traveling positions to meet global requirements.

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• raw material / solvent extraction: 1 year (Required)
• filtration, filter presses or centrifuge: 1 year (Required)
• leaching: 1 year (Preferred)
• Chemical Engineers: 5 years (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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