Metallurgical Research Specialist - Process Optimization

Maaden; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 320,000 - 560,000; Full time

Job summary

Maaden is seeking a Senior Specialist, Research Metallurgist to advance the company's technology and innovation agenda by translating metallurgical research into operational value across mining and minerals processing.

The role strengthens decision-making with deep technical expertise, delivering metallurgical investigations, process development, and performance improvements while ensuring safety and quality standards. You will guide pilots, support feasibility studies, and mentor others.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Metallurgy, Mineral Processing, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Metallurgical investigations to improve process performance and recovery.
• Data-driven process development to enhance operational efficiency and product quality.
• Translate metallurgical findings into actionable recommendations for engineers, operations and management.
• Identify risks and mitigation actions to support feasible, safe, and reliable operations.

Skills

Metallurgical testwork design

Mineral processing

Mass balancing

Flowsheet development

Pilot plant testing

Data interpretation

Problem solving

Feasibility studies

Process performance evaluation

Technical reporting

Innovation delivery

Continuous improvement

Stakeholder communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Knowledge transfer

Laboratory coordination

Results orientation

Safety leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Metallurgy, Mineral Processing, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline

Job description

Maaden is seeking a Senior Specialist, Research Metallurgist to advance the company's technology and innovation agenda by translating metallurgical research into operational value across mining and minerals processing.

The role strengthens decision-making with deep technical expertise, delivering metallurgical investigations, process development, and performance improvements while ensuring safety and quality standards. You will guide pilots, support feasibility studies, and mentor others.