BHE Renewables

Research and Development Scientist (Lithium)

LocationCalipatria, CA
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job

The R&D Scientist conducts projects and research to support the safe, reliable, efficient, and cost-effective recovery of minerals from geothermal brine with a focus on lithium through the implementation of human performance improvement tools, scientific practices, and scientific principles. The position holder applies technical expertise to complex problems and develops process enhancements and solutions. The position holder collaborates with engineers to maintain design efficiencies, engineering and special projects relating to operations, research, and development. The position holder works closely with the senior research and development director to advance lithium and mineral recovery and production.

Plan, generate, and conduct research and development projects based on lithium recovery project requirements; prepare preliminary and final execution plans, success criteria, project schedule, necessary feasibility studies, reports, and cost estimates
Review project design, process, and standard operating and test procedures for compliance with scientific principles, company standards, customer contract requirements and applicable codes and specifications
Coordinate activities concerned with technical developments, and resolution of engineering design and test problems
Recommend and implement lab and pilot scale equipment performance testing related to the reliability, operability and efficiency of the specific equipment and its relationship to plant operations
Respond to operating needs and provides services to operations and engineering as required
Maintain close contact with these groups to evaluate plant relevant equipment performance, recommend design/specification improvements, trend project performance, technology upgrades and keep up to date with the technologies utilized in the processes and research those needed for special projects
Perform additional responsibilities, including special projects, as requested, or assigned

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, technical or business-related field with emphasis on chemical engineering
PhD degree preferred
Three years of research or engineering experience desired, preferably in the mining or lithium recovery industry
Must possess effective interpersonal skills, leadership abilities and relationship-building skills
Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions
Must demonstrate effective analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Must be able to make clear and precise decisions in critical situations
Must have ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects and issues concurrently
Must have the ability to use technical skills to focus ideas onto substantial projects
Must show a willingness to learn as well as to clearly communicate complex ideas and concepts to those with less technical background
A valid California driver’s license is required
Work Environment Characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
While performing the duties of this job the employee may work near moving machinery and maybe exposed to fumes and airborne particles
Occasionally the employee is exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals, as well as loud area sand hot piping
During the course of performing assigned duties the employee may be required to work with or be exposed to hazardous substances and occupational hazards
The company will provide the employee with initial training on all known hazardous substances and occupational hazards prior to allowing the employee to perform a particular duty unsupervised
Annual refresher training will also be provided on all known hazards and new hazards as they are identified

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law.

BHE Renewables owns interests in several independent power projects in the U.S. BHE Renewables owns solar, wind, geothermal, hydro and natural gas projects that largely sell their output to regulated utilities. The company’s portfolio includes projects and assets in Arizona, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Nebraska, New York and Texas. BHE Renewables is building a first-of-its-kind solar-powered microgrid that will be the start of an aerospace manufacturing hub in West Virginia.

At BHE Renewables, we celebrate diversity, equity and inclusion. BHE Renewables is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law.

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