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Project Overview:

Thacker Pass is the largest known lithium resource in the United States. Once complete, the mine and processing facilities will produce more lithium carbonate than any other facility in the United States by far – enough to power 1 million electric vehicles per year.

As the EPCM contractor for Lithium Americas, Bechtel is responsible for managing and integrating the efforts of a team contractors engineering and building the facility. We are also managing procurement of about $1 Billion in goods and services.

Earth work began in 2023 and design and procurement of long-lead equipment is underway.

The project is located in the high desert and wide-open spaces of north-central Nevada about 25 miles from the Oregon border, 1 hour northwest of Winnemucca, Nevada and 3 hours northeast of Reno.

Planned with sustainability and the environment in mind, the facility will use its excess process heat to generate electricity and will recycle process water up to seven times. Once the second phase of the project is complete, Thacker Pass will produce more than 16 times the current U.S. output of lithium.

Bechtel is proud to play a critical role in the U.S. transition to cleaner energy and offers the following opportunity on the Thacker Pass Project.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Read and interpret blueprints, project specifications, and technical drawings to understand pipeline layouts and system requirements.
• Plan and execute pipe system layouts, selecting appropriate pipe sizes, types, supports, hangers, and hydraulic components.
• Cut, thread, bend, and hammer pipes to specifications using saws, cutting torches, pipe threaders, and benders.
• Install and maintain hydraulic and pneumatic systems such as pumps, valves, and cylinders.
• Attach pipes to structures, tanks, and fixtures using brackets, clamps, or welding equipment.
• Inspect work sites for obstructions and structural integrity before installation.
• Perform trial runs, tests, and repairs to ensure system functionality and leak-free operation.
• Maintain a safe work environment by following all safety procedures, regulations, and industry standards.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other trades to ensure compliance with project timelines and quality standards.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Recent (Last 5 years) experience with current rigging certifications.
• Strong mechanical and welding skills (TIG/MIG welding preferred).
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and follow detailed specifications.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools, pipe bending machines, and testing equipment.
• Knowledge of building codes, safety regulations, and offshore rigging safety protocols.
• Physical stamina for working in challenging, often outdoor or offshore environments.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to troubleshoot and solve problems efficiently.