Senior Process Engineer: Dry Mineral Processing

Omya International AG; Egerkingen; On-site; CHF 115,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Omya International AG in Switzerland is seeking a Process Engineer to lead optimization across dry mineral processing operations. You will design, size and commission equipment, support CAPEX projects, and drive data‑driven improvements with advanced analytics.

You will collaborate with global teams, develop standards, mentor engineers, and promote sustainable practices. Fluency in English, willingness to travel internationally (~30%), and a strong background in chemical or mineral processing

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Minerals Processing, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in process engineering, mineral processing, or industrial manufacturing.
• Experience with process data analytics, digitalization, monitoring systems, simulation tools, or advanced process control.
• Fluent in English.

Responsibilities

• Lead process optimization and operational excellence initiatives across dry mineral processing operations to improve efficiency, reliability, throughput, and cost performance.
• Provide process engineering support for CAPEX projects, including process design, flowsheet development, equipment selection, equipment sizing, commissioning, and start-up activities.
• Actively contribute to the development and industrialization of innovative process technologies and new products.
• Analyze plant performance, conduct troubleshooting and root-cause analyses, and implement sustainable process improvements.

Skills

Process optimization

Data analytics

Cross-functional collaboration

Capex experience

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical/Process/Mineral Engineering

Tools

Process simulation tools

Process monitoring systems

Statistical analysis software

Job description

Omya International AG in Switzerland is seeking a Process Engineer to lead optimization across dry mineral processing operations. You will design, size and commission equipment, support CAPEX projects, and drive data‑driven improvements with advanced analytics.

You will collaborate with global teams, develop standards, mentor engineers, and promote sustainable practices. Fluency in English, willingness to travel internationally (~30%), and a strong background in chemical or mineral processing