Job Description

GM is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Lithium Process Technical Specialist to join our team at Warren, MI. The candidate will play a pivotal role in leading the effort and responsibility for identifying, designing, developing, and implementing process improvements, as well as supporting strategic site initiatives. The initial focus will be on developing a Li conversion process design that will drive the implementation of the overall commissioning and startup plan for the refinery.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Lead the process design development and execution of the overall commissioning and startup plan for the Lithium Refinery.

• Identify, design, develop, and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency, productivity, and sustainability of the Lithium Refinery process.

• Identify potential risks and challenges and develop mitigation strategies to ensure a smooth startup process.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to plan, evaluate, and implement optimization opportunities throughout the refining process efficiently.

• Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to drive continuous improvement initiatives.

• Contribute to strategic planning efforts by providing technical expertise and insights related to process design and chemical engineering.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to align process design and technology initiatives with the overall company goals and objectives.

• Perform disciplined process engineering studies, process verification, understand & reduce variation, perform DOEs.

• Contribute to the design and operating specification of chemical conversion processes equipment capable of supporting advanced design, material, and process development initiatives.

• Performing calculations to support the development of mass & energy balances, heat transfer models.

• Work with manufacturing engineering, product design, and facilities cross functional teams to install and implement a quality control and tracking data base systems to monitor process capability and identify / track history of materials and process settings used to generate prototype design samples.

• Prepare status updates related to development efforts, report and make recommendations as required and develop appropriate documentation to support the protection of intellectual property.

• Engage directly with the setup and operation of laboratory and pilot processing equipment in the execution of technology development projects.

• Engage with Purchasing to enable the procurement of new and retooled equipment with technical statements of work and the evaluation of proposals in support of sophisticated manufacturing development project.

• Lead simultaneous engineering design and equipment delivery activities with equipment OEMs to ensure the design of manufacturing equipment and processes satisfy project objectives.

• Develop and maintain a standard BoD and BoP to enable the integration of the chemical material conversion to be manufacturing processes.

• Support new product introduction and sustaining product process optimizations.

• Work effectively with cross functional teams to implement new equipment, fixtures, and procedures to improve quality, yield, uptime, cycle time and throughput.

• Assist with the transfer of processes and product to pilot and manufacturing lines.

• Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment that encourages innovation, creativity, and continuous improvement.

• Provide guidance, mentorship, and support to team members to maximize their potential and enhance their professional growth.

This job may be eligible for relocation benefits

Additional Job Description

Required Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Masters Degree in Chemical Engineering or related field.

• 8 years of experience in Chemical Processing, Running a pilot Plant or manufacturing plant process design

• PhD degree preferred

• Proven track record in process technology, chemical engineering, and process improvement.

• Strong knowledge of chemical manufacturing processes, technologies, and industry standards.

• General experience in an industrial environment of chemical manufacturing and specially in Li conversion and refinery process design.

• Demonstrated experience in solving process yield, throughput and product quality problems.

• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze complex issues and develop innovative solutions.

• Strong leadership and team-building abilities, with a focus on fostering collaboration and driving results.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively convey technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities.

• Excellent written, oral communication and presentation skills combined with the ability to make engineering decisions based available data and experience.

• Willing to travel 15%

GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.

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Benefits Overview

The goal of the General Motors total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan incudes, the following benefits, in addition to many others:
• Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and parental leave for mothers, fathers and adoptive parents;
• Healthcare (including a triple tax advantaged health savings account and wellness incentive), dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family;
• Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement;
• Global recognition program for peers and leaders to recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect our company values;
• Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing;
• Discount on GM vehicles for you, your family and friends.

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