mangrovelithium

Senior Mineral Processing Engineer

Delta, British Columbia · Senior

Sponsorship not specified$100k-$140kDetected 20 days ago

LeadershipCommunicationProblem SolvingProcess Simulation

About the role

Mangrove's modular solution can be scaled to any capacity and co-located with upstream lithium producers, battery recyclers, or battery manufacturers.
The company has attracted funding from Canada Growth Fund, Bill Gates' Breakthrough Energy Ventures, BDC Capital and BMW I Ventures.

Lead the operation, optimization, and continuous improvement of spodumene processing circuits, including leaching, solid-liquid separation, and impurity removal, with accountability for plant performance, lithium recovery, throughput, and product quality.
Support the design, upgrade, commissioning, and operation of spodumene processing pilot plants, translating lab-scale results into robust, scalable processes.
Contribute to the planning and execution of metallurgical test programs, pilot campaigns, and feasibility studies to validate process design and improve performance.
Develop and review process deliverables, including PFDs, P&IDs, mass and energy balances, and equipment sizing/specifications.
Apply process simulation and modeling tools to optimize system performance and diagnose operational challenges.
Establish and monitor key performance indicators and implement reporting systems to track plant and pilot performance.

Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Mineral Processing, or a related discipline (advanced degree is an asset).
10+ years of industrial experience in mineral and/or chemical processing.
Strong expertise in lithium extraction processes, including spodumene processing, brine pretreatment, leaching, and separation technologies.
Hands-on experience with pilot plants, R&D programs, and process scale-up.
Proficiency with process simulation and modeling tools.
The Company has a highly experienced leadership team with a track record of successfully commercializing and deploying industrial technologies and is working towards the deployment of a first-of-a-kind commercial plant.
This role is ideal for a highly experienced engineer with deep expertise in lithium and mineral processing who thrives in hands-on, pilot-scale environments.

Eng. designation (or eligibility).
Advanced knowledge of sustainable lithium extraction technologies.
Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, startup or scale-up environments.
At Mangrove Lithium, our people are at the core of our groundbreaking technology.
Here's why you should join our team:
Together, we can power a cleaner, greener future.

We believe in pay equity, fairness and transparency, and offer competitive salaries that reflect your skills, experience, and contributions.

Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including a $500/year Personal Spending Account and an Employee Family Assistance Program to support your well-being.
A Learning Organization: We are committed to your professional and career development, providing ample opportunities for learning and growth.
Generous Time Off: Start with three weeks of vacation and an additional week of paid personal days to ensure you have the work-life balance you deserve.

We are committed to your professional and career development, providing ample opportunities for learning and growth.
Join us at Mangrove Lithium and be part of a team that's driving innovation and sustainability in the battery materials industry.

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