Process Engineer - Hydrometallurgy

Odgers Berndtson is an Executive Search company currently supporting in the recruitment of a Process Engineer for a Refining company specializing in the Lithium sector that aims to build one of Europes largest Lithium conversion plants to be located in Portugal with an annual production capacity of more than 30000 tons of lithium hydroxide.
Main Responsibilities: The Process Engineer will play a key role in developing the refining process to manufacture Lithium Hydroxide. This involves contributing to the creation of the backend Li refining process flowsheet encompassing activities from leaching to lithium product packaging such as precipitation processes filtration and crystallization processes. Support the construction commissioning and initiation of the hydrometallurgical section of the Li refinery. Evaluate select and optimize process techniques and technology options for the flowsheet. Engage and collaborate with equipment vendors and engineering companies. Challenge the methodologies and assumptions proposed by suppliers and engineering companies. Support the construction commissioning and launch of the lithium refinery. Critical Success Factors: Experience in Lithium refining and processing with handson expertise in constructing testing and commissioning leaching & hydrometallurgy facilities. Knowledge and experience in chemical processes including precipitation and crystallization. Experience in operating industrial plants. Expertise in refining processes flowsheets particularly in the realm of lithium refining. Ability to investigate and troubleshoot problems. Possess critical thinking and a problemsolving attitude. Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills. Compensation: Attractive package and fringe benefits Location: Lisbon Portugal Portugal is known to be one of the safest countries to live and offers an outstanding quality of life. Its geographical location enables trips to most European capitals in less than 3 hoursand to the US East Costa in 6 hours.