About the role#
We are looking for a Process Engineer Intern to join our process team at the Thacker Pass production facility. This role provides hands-on experience in plant operations, commissioning, and engineering support. You will report to the Site Engineering Manager and work alongside teams in operations, maintenance, EHS, and quality.
What you'll do#
- Promote a safety-first culture by following OSHA and MSHA regulations.
- Encourage the use of employee stop work authority.
- Identify, report, and mitigate safety hazards during daily tasks.
- Assist process engineers with monitoring plant performance data, including mass balances and energy usage.
- Help with data collection, technical reporting, and documentation.
- Support the development and review of PFDs, P&IDs, SOPs, and operating manuals.
- Participate in Management of Change and Process Safety Management activities.
- Follow all environmental and quality policies while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mining Engineering, or Metallurgy.
- Completion of at least sophomore-level coursework by the start date.
- A basic understanding of chemical process principles such as thermodynamics, fluid flow, and material or energy balances.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to work safely in an industrial plant and construction environment.
- A personal commitment to our company’s purpose, vision, and values.
Location & details#
- This is an on-site, part-time, paid internship based in Winnemucca, Nevada.
- Housing and a one-time relocation stipend are provided for the duration of the internship.
About Lithium Americas Corp.
Lithium Americas Corp. is a public mining company based in Vancouver, British Columbia. Founded in 2023, it focuses on the development of the Thacker Pass project in northern Nevada. This project aims to produce 40,000 tonnes of battery-quality lithium carbonate per year. The company operates as a joint venture with General Motors Holdings LLC.
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