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American Battery Technology Company (ABTC) provides technical development and commercialization of domestic, sustainable sourcing of critical battery materials through lithium-ion battery recycling and battery metal extraction technologies for use in batteries that power electric cars, grid storage applications, and consumer electronics and tools. Our first of kind systems produce commercial-scale battery materials that are sold into the battery manufacturing supply chain.
As a General Superintendent, Mechanical, you will lead and oversee all field execution activities related to mechanical construction scopes, while supporting coordination efforts involving electrical systems and other disciplines. This role is responsible for managing daily construction operations, contractor performance, safety compliance, installation quality, schedule execution, and commissioning readiness across industrial and manufacturing projects. The ideal candidate has strong experience in mechanical systems installation within mining, chemical processing, manufacturing, energy, or industrial facilities and possesses a foundational understanding of electrical systems to support cross-functional coordination with electrical and controls teams. This individual must be capable of driving field productivity, resolving installation conflicts, supporting commissioning efforts, and maintaining alignment between engineering, construction, procurement, operations, and safety teams in a fast- paced environment. This position requires a hands-on leader who can proactively identify risks, coordinate multiple contractors and disciplines, and ensure work is executed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with IFC drawings, specifications, and project schedules. This role will report to the Director of Construction or Construction Manager and will work out of our facility at 2500 Peru Drive, McCarran Nevada.
Requirements

• Lead and supervise daily mechanical construction activities including piping, equipment setting, structural supports, conveyors, tanks, pumps, utilities, HVAC coordination, and process systems installation.
• Coordinate field execution activities between mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, controls, and operations teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Support planning and execution of facility shutdowns, tie-ins, commissioning activities, and startup readiness.
• Monitor contractor performance, workforce productivity, installation quality, and schedule adherence across multiple scopes of work.
• Review engineering drawings, P&IDs, equipment layouts, isometrics, and construction packages to ensure proper field execution.
• Identify and resolve field conflicts, constructability issues, and installation challenges in coordination with engineering and project management teams. Participate in daily coordination meetings, safety walks, contractor alignment meetings, and schedule reviews.
• Ensure all work is executed in compliance with company safety standards, LOTO procedures, environmental requirements, and quality expectations.
• Coordinate material deliveries, equipment staging, installation sequencing, and turnover activities with procurement and warehouse teams.
• Support mechanical completion, punch list management, redline drawing updates, and turnover documentation.
• Assist with troubleshooting of mechanical systems and support electrical teams with basic understanding of power distribution, motor controls, and equipment interfaces.
• Track project progress, communicate schedule risks, and provide field updates to construction leadership and stakeholders.
• Drive accountability across contractors and internal teams to meet aggressive project milestones and commissioning targets.
• Support development of scopes of work, contractor bid packages, field change requests, and installation planning activities.
• Promote continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and operational reliability.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in industrial mechanical construction, maintenance, or commissioning environments.
• Experience managing field construction activities within mining, chemical refining, manufacturing, battery, energy, or heavy industrial facilities preferred.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems including piping, pumps, tanks, conveyors, rotating equipment, utilities, and process systems.
• Base knowledge and understanding of electrical systems including motor controls, conduit routing, MCCs, instrumentation interfaces, and equipment power requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to lead contractors and coordinate multiple disciplines in active industrial or manufacturing environments.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, mechanical drawings, electrical one-lines, equipment layouts, and construction documents.
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, commissioning activities, and shutdown planning.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working in fast-paced environments with evolving priorities and aggressive schedules.
• Strong commitment to safety leadership and quality execution.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, project tracking tools, and construction reporting systems.
• OSHA 30 certification preferred.
• Experience with lithium-ion battery manufacturing, recycling, mining, or chemical processing facilities is a plus.
• Technical degree, trade certification, or equivalent field experience preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary

• Company-sponsored health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Parental Leave

• Company-sponsored Employee Assistance Program

• Stock options

• 401(K)

• Flexible paid time off

Expected Pay Range
$105k - $180k per year.
Compensation for this position may vary based on a number of individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The total compensation package may also include additional components such as bonus, equity, and benefits, which will be detailed upon offer of employment.
Equal Opportunity Employer
American Battery Technology Company is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Americans With Disabilities Act
American Battery Technology Company does not discriminate based upon disability in its hiring or employment practices and complies with the ADA title I employment regulations. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability or a special need, please contact Human Resources.