About the role Lilac is seeking a Process Engineering Technician to join the team responsible for improving the performance of Lilac’s mini pilot scale lithium extraction modules. The role is critical to supporting the development and scale-up of cutting-edge lithium extraction technology. Day-to-day responsibilities will include monitoring process equipment, data &amp; sample collection, and ensuring systems are maintained to a high standard.   What you'll do<ul style="margin:16px 0px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;"><li style="margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;">Routine daily monitoring of lithium extraction modules. Make observations in unit for any leaks or equipment failure that may create hazard or inefficiency.  </li></ul><ul style="margin:16px 0px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;"><li style="margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;">Perform inspections and maintenance of equipment such as pumps, valves, and sensors. Ensure all required preventative maintenance is completed. Perform equipment calibration as necessary. </li></ul><ul style="margin:16px 0px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;"><li style="margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;">Refill process inputs such as brine, water, and acid. Manage process outputs by disposing of waste streams in compliance with protocols. </li></ul><ul style="margin:16px 0px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;"><li style="margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;">Prepare brine for lithium extraction, including chemical treatment and filtration. </li></ul><ul style="margin:16px 0px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;"><li style="margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;">Collect process samples from various stages of operation to support real time analysis and decision making. Support analytical work including preparing samples for ICP analysis and titrations. </li></ul>Qualifications<ul style="margin:16px 0px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;"><li style="margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;font-size:12pt;line-height:1.38;">Familiar with laboratory equipment and safety procedures. </li></ul><ul style="margin:16px 0px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;"><li style="margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;">Excellent communication skills and ability to interface and collaborate with other engineers, chemists, and operators. </li></ul><ul style="margin:16px 0px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;"><li style="margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;">Pass a respirator fit test periodically, move up to 50 lbs on occasion, and wear PPE.  </li></ul>Preferred Qualifications<ul style="margin:16px 0px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;"><li style="margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;">2+ years of hands-on laboratory experience. </li></ul><ul style="margin:16px 0px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;"><li style="margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;">Experience working with process equipment in an industrial setting, preferably with brine solutions or water treatment systems. </li></ul>Compensation &amp; Benefits <ul style="margin:16px 0px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;"><li style="margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;">Discretionary bonus </li></ul><ul style="margin:16px 0px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;"><li style="margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;">Stock options </li></ul><ul style="margin:16px 0px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;"><li style="margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;">Health, dental, and vision insurance </li></ul><ul style="margin:16px 0px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;"><li style="margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;">Short-term and long-term disability insurance </li></ul><ul style="margin:16px 0px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;"><li style="margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;">401k with pre- and post-tax investing options </li></ul><ul style="margin:16px 0px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;"><li style="margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;">Flexible spendings account/Health savings account </li></ul><ul style="margin:16px 0px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;"><li style="margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;">Group and term life </li></ul><ul style="margin:16px 0px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;"><li style="margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;">Flexible paid time off policy </li></ul><ul style="margin:16px 0px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;"><li style="margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;">Paid sick leave </li></ul><ul style="margin:16px 0px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;"><li style="margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;">Eight weeks of paid parental leave </li></ul><ul style="margin:16px 0px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;"><li style="margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;">Employee assistance program </li></ul><ul style="margin:16px 0px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;"><li style="margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;">Monthly phone stipend </li></ul><ul style="margin:16px 0px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;"><li style="margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;">Daily catered lunch for on-site employees </li></ul><ul style="margin:16px 0px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;"><li style="margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;">Hourly compensation $34 - 44/hr dependent upon geographic location and relevant experience. Overtime eligible. </li></ul>EEO Statement  Lilac Solutions is committed to providing a professional work environment free from discrimination and harassment, including discrimination and harassment based on a protected category, and an environment free from retaliation for participating in any protected activity.  Lilac Solutions is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.  A Note to Third-Party Recruiters  At this time, we are not accepting unsolicited resumes from non-partnered third-party recruiters or staffing agencies. Resumes sent without prior arrangement will be considered the property of Lilac Solutions, and no fees will be paid if we hire a candidate whose resume was submitted unsolicited.

Lilac Solutions is transforming lithium extraction.

Our unique ion exchange technology enables lithium producers to accelerate project development, boost lithium recovery, streamline operations, and unlock new resources.

Process Engineering Technician

About the role Lilac is seeking a Process Engineering Technician to join the team responsible for improving the performance of Lilac’s mini pilot scale lithium extraction modules. The role is critical to supporting the development and scale-up of cutting-edge lithium extraction technology. Day-to-day responsibilities will include monitoring process equipment, data &amp; sample collection, and ensuring systems are maintained to a high standard. &nbsp; What you'll do<ul><li>Routine daily monitoring of lithium extraction modules. Make observations in unit for any leaks or equipment failure that may create hazard or inefficiency.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Perform inspections and maintenance of equipment such as pumps, valves, and sensors. Ensure all required preventative maintenance is completed. Perform equipment calibration as necessary.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Refill process inputs such as brine, water, and acid. Manage process outputs by disposing of waste streams in compliance with protocols.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Prepare brine for lithium extraction, including chemical treatment and filtration.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Collect process samples from various stages of operation to support real time analysis and decision making. Support analytical work including preparing samples for ICP analysis and titrations.&nbsp;</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Familiar with laboratory equipment and safety procedures.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Excellent communication skills and ability to interface and collaborate with other engineers, chemists, and operators.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Pass a respirator fit test periodically, move up to 50 lbs on occasion, and wear PPE.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>2+ years of hands-on laboratory experience.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Experience working with process equipment in an industrial setting, preferably with brine solutions or water treatment systems.&nbsp;</li></ul>Compensation &amp; Benefits <ul><li>Discretionary bonus&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Stock options&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Health, dental, and vision insurance&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Short-term and long-term disability insurance&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>401k with pre- and post-tax investing options&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Flexible spendings account/Health savings account&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Group and term life&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Flexible paid time off policy&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Paid sick leave&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Eight weeks of paid parental leave&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Employee assistance program&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Monthly phone stipend&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Daily catered lunch for on-site employees&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Hourly compensation $34 - 44/hr dependent upon geographic location and relevant experience. Overtime eligible.&nbsp;</li></ul>EEO Statement &nbsp;Lilac Solutions is committed to providing a professional work environment free from discrimination and harassment, including discrimination and harassment based on a protected category, and an environment free from retaliation for participating in any protected activity.&nbsp; Lilac Solutions is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.&nbsp;&nbsp;A Note to Third-Party Recruiters &nbsp;At this time, we are not accepting unsolicited resumes from non-partnered third-party recruiters or staffing agencies. Resumes sent without prior arrangement will be considered the property of Lilac Solutions, and no fees will be paid if we hire a candidate whose resume was submitted unsolicited.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Process Engineering Technician

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