Raw Material Performance Engineer

Omya; Egerkingen; Vor Ort; CHF 120.000 - 160.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Omya in Switzerland is seeking an experienced Mineral Processing Engineer to support global mineral processing and quarry operations through technical expertise, process optimization, and innovation.

You will work with operations, geology, mining and engineering teams to improve plant performance, evaluate deposits, and implement new processing technologies, while supporting commissioning, troubleshooting, and laboratory pilot-scale testing activities across the organization.

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree in Mineral Processing, Mining Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in mineral processing, mining, or process engineering; plant commissioning and optimization a plus.
• Strong understanding of mineral processing technologies (crushing, screening, sorting, separation).
• Fluent in English; any additional language is an advantage.
• Willingness to travel internationally on a regular basis.

Aufgaben

• Support global mineral processing and quarry operations through technical expertise, process optimization, and innovation.
• Work closely with operations, geology, mining, and engineering teams to improve plant performance, evaluate mineral deposits, and implement new processing technologies.
• Support the commissioning, optimization, and troubleshooting of mineral processing plants.
• Conduct process audits and identify opportunities for operational improvement.
• Evaluate new technologies and developing business cases for process enhancements.
• Manage laboratory and pilot-scale testing programs and collaborating with external partners.
• Support technical and R&D projects across the organization.

Kenntnisse

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Self-driven

Willing to travel

Ausbildung

Master's degree in Mineral Processing or Mining Engineering

Jobbeschreibung

Responsibilities

• Support global mineral processing and quarry operations through technical expertise, process optimization, and innovation
• Work closely with operations, geology, mining, and engineering teams to improve plant performance, evaluate mineral deposits, and implement new processing technologies
• Support the commissioning, optimization, and troubleshooting of mineral processing plants
• Conduct process audits and identify opportunities for operational improvement
• Evaluate new technologies and developing business cases for process enhancements
• Manage laboratory and pilot-scale testing programs and collaborating with external partners
• Support technical and R&D projects across the organization.

Requirements

• Support global mineral processing and quarry operations through technical expertise, process optimization, and innovation
• Work closely with operations, geology, mining, and engineering teams to improve plant performance, evaluate mineral deposits, and implement new processing technologies
• Support the commissioning, optimization, and troubleshooting of mineral processing plants
• Conduct process audits and identify opportunities for operational improvement
• Evaluate new technologies and developing business cases for process enhancements
• Manage laboratory and pilot-scale testing programs and collaborating with external partners
• Support technical and R&D projects across the organization.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mineral Processing, Mining Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in mineral processing, mining, or process engineering; experience in plant commissioning and optimization is a plus
• Strong understanding of mineral processing technologies, including crushing, screening, sorting, and separation processes
• Fluent in English, any additional language is an advantage
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in international teams
• Self-driven, collaborative, and capable of managing projects independently.
• Willingness to travel internationally on a regular basis

Contact

Daniel Bolliger, HR Business Partner