Mechanical Engineer

Who are we? 
At Mangrove Lithium, we're revolutionizing battery materials with our cutting-edge electrochemical lithium refining platform, producing cost-effective and sustainable battery-grade lithium from diverse sources. Having recently secured C$50M from new and existing investors, including Bill Gates’ Breakthrough Energy Ventures, BMW i Ventures, BDC Capital, and Mitsubishi, we are in the process of building North America's first electrochemical lithium refining plant in Delta, BC. Join us in revolutionizing the lithium supply chain with our groundbreaking technology! 

Position 

Mangrove is seeking an exceptional individual to play a key role in our multidisciplinary engineering team reporting to the Lead Mechanical Engineer. The Mechanical Engineer will work with engineering and management to support the mechanical development and installation of chemical process plant designs. A key responsibility of the role will include assisting with the build-out of our first-of-its-kind commercial plant. 

The broad scope of this role encompasses the design and layout of various aspects of new chemical process plant infrastructure. You will prepare conceptual and implement plant designs based on input from the process, electrical, and management teams, act as the owner’s engineer when reviewing documentation from our EPC, participate in brainstorming and review meetings, and liaise with EPCs to further refine plant characteristics.

This is a hybrid role which will require on-site presence of at least 3 days per week at our Delta, BC facility.

Key Responsibilities 

• Work with EPCs, partners, and internal team to develop and implement plant mechanical design for our first commercial plant.
• Assist in guiding, reviewing, and managing building improvements required prior to plant construction.
• Identify and evaluate mechanical elements of industrial plant designs with good judgement according to sound design practices.
• Solve/review complex problems where analysis/optimization of a situation and data evaluation are required to meet specifications.
• Liaise with EPC and the operations/client team to support/troubleshoot projects from conception through to commissioning.

• Prepare specifications required for third party fabrication, liaise with vendors and contractors to ensure successful and timely completion of work. 
• Maintain project records and provide comprehensive project updates. 

• Ensure compliance with industry standards and safety regulations. 

Qualifications and experience  

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• 5+ years of industrial experience and strong interest to work in R&D and product development environment. 
• Previous experience working with and managing EPC companies.
• Previous experience with piping, pumps, solids handling, and rotating equipment.
• Experience with drafting and modifying 2D AutoCAD files
• Familiarity with use of 3D plant modelling software.
• Familiarity with industrial instrumentation is desired. 
• Be a registered professional with Engineers and Geoscientists BC or have the ability to readily become one.
• Demonstrated project management capability. 
• Basic understanding of electrochemistry would be an asset. 
• Self-motivated, proactive, flexible, and passionate about learning. 
• Must be a team player. 
• Excellent critical thinking, analysis, and creative problem-solving. 
• Ability to interact with a wide range of scientists and engineers. 

Why Mangrove? 
At Mangrove Lithium, our people are at the core of our groundbreaking technology. Here’s why you should join our team: 

Competitive Salary: We believe in pay equity, fairness and transparency, and offer competitive salaries that reflect your skills, experience, and contributions. The range for this role is $90K - $110K.

Great Benefits: 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. 

Join us at Mangrove Lithium and be part of a team that’s driving innovation and sustainability in the battery materials industry. Together, we can power a cleaner, greener future. 

Note: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and does not serve as an exhaustive list of qualifications, responsibilities, and duties.