Assistant Process Scientist/Engineer

at  Cornish Lithium Ltd

Cornish Lithium is an innovative British mineral exploration and development company focused on the responsible production of lithium and other critical minerals in Cornwall, UK.
Our purpose is to operate sustainable and commercially viable mineral extraction projects to the highest standards for health, safety and the environment. These minerals will contribute to UK and global carbon reduction targets through enabling clean growth and a transition to a green economy. For more information on the Company please visit www.cornishlithium.com
Cornish Lithium is seeking an enthusiastic and collaborative Process Scientist or Engineer to support the Senior Process Engineer in specifying, identifying, and delivering the technology necessary for a Lithium Extraction Process Plant from geothermal brine.
The ideal candidate will have completed a Degree or equivalent qualification and have some experience of working in a relevant industry. You should have excellent written and oral communication skills, as you will need to communicate successfully across all levels of the Company as well as with external contractors.

As an Assistant Process Scientist/Engineer your responsibilities will include:

• Writing experimental methods and work with laboratory equipment to further CLL’s understanding of lithium recovery from geothermal brine.
• Writing reports and give presentations.
• Assist with small scale pilot plant build, sampling strategies, and data assessment.
• Developing the correct Health and Safety culture by writing risk assessments, method statements and COSHH assessments and working safely and responsibly.
• During operational periods the position will need to be flexible with respect to working overtime or weekend work to deliver operational scopes.

Interested to develop/enhance skills in:

• Delivering process engineering documents, excel calculations, mass and energy balances, and process flow diagrams.
• Reviewing P&ID’s to ensure an operable and efficient design is proposed and implemented.
• Keen to learn the principles to create an efficient lithium recovery process.

Essential

• Analytical skills
• Competence in Excel & Word.
• Ability to work on one’s own initiative and be pro-active.
• Valid UK Driving Licence.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with staff at all levels of the organization.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Keen to work both in the office and on site.

Desirable

• Knowledge for water treatment technologies and/or mineral processing.
• Statistical knowledge and data assessment experience.
• Technical drawing capable

As an Assistant Process Scientist/Engineer your responsibilities will include:

• Writing experimental methods and work with laboratory equipment to further CLL’s understanding of lithium recovery from geothermal brine.
• Writing reports and give presentations.
• Assist with small scale pilot plant build, sampling strategies, and data assessment.
• Developing the correct Health and Safety culture by writing risk assessments, method statements and COSHH assessments and working safely and responsibly.
• During operational periods the position will need to be flexible with respect to working overtime or weekend work to deliver operational scopes

We will be offering a competitive salary for this role dependent on experience. With the following benefits:

• Elevated pension contributions (10% contribution from Cornish Lithium)
• Life insurance
• Income Support
• Enhanced parental leave policies and sick pay
• Opportunity to participate in the Group’s Electric Vehicle and Ride to Work Schemes
• Eyecare voucher scheme
• Wellbeing initiatives
• Funded social event