About the role#
Aquatech is seeking a Project Engineering Intern to join the PEARL (Purification, Extraction, and Refining of Lithium) team. This role provides hands-on experience in engineering project execution within the lithium and water treatment industries. You will report to the PEARL Team Leader and work on-site at our Canonsburg office.
What you'll do#
- Learn ISO-9000 project management protocols and support upcoming lithium projects.
- Review customer technical specifications and specification sheets for pumps, tanks, pressure vessels, piping, valves, and instruments.
- Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and industry practices.
- Assist in the preparation of proposal and project documents.
- Facilitate engineering reviews of vendor quotations and participate in vendor visits to monitor progress.
- Create and maintain Project Master Document Lists.
- Coordinate inputs for 3D models and help resolve issue tags.
- Track project action items to ensure they close on time.
- Attend meetings, distribute minutes, and create monthly team updates.
- Provide project status, control, and progress reporting support.
- Work in Microsoft Project or Primavera P6 as required.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a Chemical, Mechanical, Civil, or Industrial Engineering program.
- Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and creatively within ambiguous circumstances.
- Knowledge of Gantt Chart development or tools like Adobe, Bluebeam, or Figma is a plus.
- Prior project management experience is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Canonsburg, Pennsylvania.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Schedule: Full-time, on-site (40 hours per week).
- This is a paid, temporary internship position.
About Aquatech
Aquatech provides water treatment and mineral processing services to companies globally. The firm specializes in desalination, water reuse, and lithium refining. Founded in 1981, it operates from its headquarters in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania. The company maintains a presence in North America, Europe, the Middle East, India, and China, employing over 1,300 people.
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