Project Engineer - Remote - Construction, Industrial metal refining plant

Who we are

Demand for critical minerals to power the energy transition is growing exponentially. Yet, we know mining deeper and broader, and building landfills higher and wider, works against our fight to save the planet. At Nth Cycle, we see the path forward. We believe the critical minerals needed for the energy transition are already in circulation today. We just didn’t have a clean, profitable way of retrieving them, until now.

Nth Cycle is a metal processing technology company. Our electro-extraction technology helps recyclers and miners capture more critical minerals—for use in lithium-ion battery manufacturing, among other things—while dramatically reducing costs and emissions. We are the heart of metals processing; we are the crucial step that profitably separates critical minerals from other elements, transforming them into production-grade feedstocks for the energy transition.

Our Culture

You won’t find another team like ours. We believe in open, honest communication, and enjoying our work while changing the world. We work quickly but with intention—we’ve scaled our technology in size 100x in the past year. We’re mission-oriented and think big—we’re focused on reducing gigatons CO2 emissions from the atmosphere by 2050. And we value the perspectives and opinions of our colleagues while pushing each other to excel.

We’re a dynamic team looking for a new team member who’s also passionate about addressing climate change and advancing the clean energy industry. Consistent with our commitment to diversity & inclusion, we value colleagues with the ability to work on diverse teams and with a diverse range of people.

If this is you, keep reading.

Position Description
As a Project Engineer at Nth Cycle, you will lead the execution framework for engineering projects, ensuring compliance with safety, high-quality standards, and profitability. You will oversee diverse project phases—including site assessments, procurement, design coordination, and construction—to deliver value-driven results.

Key Responsibilities:

• HSE Compliance: Collaborate with the Process Engineering Director to ensure Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) requirements are strictly followed across all project phases.
• Execution & Documentation: Lead the preparation of project documentation in alignment with contractual obligations.
• Performance Monitoring: Ensure project requirements (safety, quality, cost, and productivity) are met across Nth Cycle locations.
• Baseline Management: Draft and maintain project baselines (scope, schedule, budget) for director approval, ensuring timely updates and communication to the project team.
• Project Delivery: Support the Process Engineering Director in delivering projects in accordance with company execution and commercial baselines.
• Contract Review: Review and manage Nth Cycle contracts and relevant subcontracts.
• Scope Development: Collaborate with the team to define the written scope of facilities and services, communicating this effectively to stakeholders.
• Reporting & Close-out: Participate in comprehensive project reporting and oversee the final project close-out report.
• Change Management: Collaborate with Project Controls to maintain a documented change management system, tracking all deviations to the project baseline.
• Cost & Schedule Control: Actively manage and control project costs and schedules, implementing effective procedures to minimize delays.
• Team Collaboration: Support the establishment of an efficient, cost-effective project environment, fostering collaboration between team members.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s in engineering and 3-7 years of project management.
• Proven experience managing engineering, procurement, and construction projects.
• Strong understanding of contract management and change management systems.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to report to senior leadership.
• Proficiency in scheduling and cost control methodologies.