Junior Metallurgist / Engineer

Scimplify; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Scimplify is seeking a motivated Junior Metallurgist/Engineer to support evaluation and process development for the Rare Earth Elements (REE) unit. The role involves coordinating lab activities, testing, and maintaining technical documentation, with an emphasis on hydrometallurgy and extractive processes.

The ideal candidate will have foundational metallurgical knowledge, strong analytical skills, and a keen interest in rare earth processing, working with cross-functional teams across labs and

Qualifications

• B.Tech / M.Tech in Metallurgy, Extractive Metallurgy, Materials Science, or related engineering discipline.
• 1–3 years of experience in metallurgy, mineral processing, hydrometallurgy, lab testing, or process engineering.
• Foundational understanding of metallurgical processes, material characterization, and separation techniques.
• Exposure to laboratory testing, sample preparation, process data analysis, or plant operations.
• Familiarity with technical documentation, data interpretation, and report preparation.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and basic data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Process Evaluation: support evaluation of metallurgical processes, extraction methods, and recovery routes.
• Laboratory Coordination: coordinate testing, sample prep, chemical analysis with internal teams and external labs.
• Plant & Partner Coordination: assist with technical coordination with facilities, partners, and suppliers.
• Testing & Analysis: analyze raw materials, concentrates, intermediates, and finished products for composition and recovery.
• Technical Data Collection: gather process parameters, test results, material balances, and recovery data.
• Process Documentation: prepare technical reports, lab records, test summaries, and evaluation sheets.
• Product Specifications: help review specs, quality parameters, testing protocols, and acceptance criteria.
• Research & Support: conduct research on rare earth processing, hydrometallurgy, and separation techs.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: work with senior metallurgists, sourcing, operations, and quality teams.
• Safety & Compliance: follow lab safety, handling requirements, and environmental guidelines.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Education

B.Tech / M.Tech in Metallurgy

Tools

MS Excel

Data analysis tools

Job description

Scimplify is a science-first manufacturing company for Advanced Materials: from specialty chemicals to the emerging building blocks of next-generation energy applications, life sciences, and crop sciences.

We scale process development and manufacturing as one continuous system, supported by world-class R&D infrastructure and executed across a global network of 500+ manufacturing partners and thousands of scientists and technical partners. The result: new materials go from molecule to commercial scale in months, not years. Scimplify operates offices and teams across 5 countries with 1,000+ innovator customers in 40+ countries.

We are backed by investors such as Accel, Bertelsmann, Omnivore, Hitachi Ventures and 3one4 Capital, having raised over $80M.

About the Role

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Metallurgist /Engineer to support technical evaluation and process development activities for our Rare Earth Elements (REE) Business Unit. The role will involve assisting with metallurgical process assessments, coordinating laboratory and plant activities, conducting testing and analysis, and maintaining technical documentation. The ideal candidate will have a foundational understanding of metallurgical processes, strong analytical skills, and an interest in rare earth elements, extractive metallurgy, and hydrometallurgical technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Process Evaluation: Support the evaluation of metallurgical processes, extraction methods, separation techniques, and material recovery routes.
• Laboratory Coordination: Coordinate laboratory testing, sample preparation, chemical analysis, and experimental activities in collaboration with internal teams and external laboratories.
• Plant & Partner Coordination: Assist with technical coordination with processing facilities, manufacturing partners, and suppliers to gather process data and monitor activities.
• Testing & Analysis: Support the analysis of raw materials, concentrates, intermediates, and finished products to assess composition, purity, impurities, and recovery performance.
• Technical Data Collection: Collect and organize process parameters, test results, material balances, recovery data, and other relevant technical information.
• Process Documentation: Prepare and maintain technical reports, laboratory records, test summaries, process evaluation sheets, and other engineering documentation.
• Product Specifications: Assist in preparing and reviewing product specifications, quality parameters, testing protocols, and technical acceptance criteria.
• Research & Technical Support: Conduct technical research on rare earth processing, extractive metallurgy, hydrometallurgy, and emerging separation technologies.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with senior metallurgists, sourcing, operations, quality, and business teams to support technical assessments and project execution.
• Safety & Compliance: Follow applicable laboratory safety procedures, material-handling requirements, and environmental and operational guidelines.
• B.Tech / M.Tech in Metallurgy, Extractive Metallurgy, Materials Science, or a related engineering discipline.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience in metallurgy, mineral processing, hydrometallurgy, laboratory testing, or process engineering.
• Basic understanding of metallurgical processes, material characterization, and chemical or physical separation techniques.
• Exposure to laboratory testing, sample preparation, process data analysis, or plant operations.
• Familiarity with technical documentation, data interpretation, and report preparation.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and other basic data analysis tools.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and willingness to learn.
• Exposure to rare earth elements, extractive metallurgy, or hydrometallurgical processes will be an advantage.