Senior Process Engineer - Wet Mineral Processing

Omya International AG; Egerkingen; On-site; CHF 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Omya International AG is seeking an experienced process engineer to lead optimization across mineral processing operations in a global context. You will drive engineering standards, support capital projects, and mentor teams to boost efficiency and sustainability.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, advanced analytics, and collaboration with Operations, Engineering, Procurement, Product Development and R&D teams worldwide. English fluency and ~30% international travel are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Minerals Processing, Chemistry, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of experience in chemical processing, mineral processing, industrial manufacturing, or related industries.
• Fluent in English.
• Willingness to travel internationally (approximately 30%).

Responsibilities

• Lead process optimization and operational excellence initiatives across suspended mineral and wet processing operations.
• Provide process engineering leadership for capital projects, including process design, flowsheet development, equipment specification, commissioning, and performance validation.
• Support scale-up and industrialization of new products, technologies, and manufacturing processes.

Skills

Process optimization

Data analytics

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Chemical/Process/ Minerals Engineering degree

Tools

Simulation software

Process modelling

Machine learning (desirable)

Job description

Omya International AG is seeking an experienced process engineer to lead optimization across mineral processing operations in a global context. You will drive engineering standards, support capital projects, and mentor teams to boost efficiency and sustainability.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, advanced analytics, and collaboration with Operations, Engineering, Procurement, Product Development and R&D teams worldwide. English fluency and ~30% international travel are required.