Process Engineering Technician

Job Description

Lilac is seeking a process engineering technician to support Lilac’s R&D and lithium production operations. Responsibilities will include building, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting of process equipment used in lithium production. This person will work closely with the engineering team to ensure operations run continuously. This is an excellent opportunity for hands-on learning of process technology and equipment operations. This is a full-time position based in Oakland, CA.

Responsibilities

• Work from schematic drawings, verbal instructions, standard operating procedures, and other plans to perform testing, modification, and troubleshooting of equipment
• Perform test, fault analysis, and malfunction remediation on process systems and equipment
• Support equipment documentation
• Builds new and improves existing processes equipment
• Changes to responsibilities may occur due to business needs and according to candidate’s performance

Candidate Qualifications 

• An understanding of lab and industrial safety
• Experience with process equipment and/or lab equipment
• Self motivated, and able to work well under pressure
• Highly organized with attention to detail
• Excited to work on a small fast-paced startup team
• 2+ years of experience of experience in a hands-on role operating equipment in an industrial setting is a plus
• Associate or Bachelor degree in an engineering discipline a plus

Compensation

• Hourly range: $28-$40 (commensurate with experience)
• Stock options
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k program
• Long Term Disability Insurance 
• Flexible time off policy
• Eight weeks of Paid Parental Leave
• Daily catered lunch and On-site gym for Oakland Employees
• Monthly Phone Stipend

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.