Field Metallurgist: Heap Leach & Geophysics Specialist

hydroGEOPHYSICS, Inc.; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

hydroGEOPHYSICS, Inc. in Irvine, California is looking for a Staff Metallurgist responsible for applying hydrometallurgical expertise to classify leach pads and design solution injection programs. The role includes significant fieldwork and training provided in geophysical methods.

The ideal candidate holds a B.S. degree in a relevant engineering field, possesses 2+ years of experience in leach projects, and has strong communication skills and Spanish fluency. This position offers a permanent salary with opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience on leach projects involving copper or gold.
• Experience with operational leach pad performance and metallurgical test work.
• Ability to lift and carry a minimum of 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Interprets solution chemistry and assesses leach pad performance.
• Develops conceptual models of leach maturity and installation guides.
• Supports the design of solution injection well fields on heap leach pads.
• Collaborates with geophysicists to correlate responses to solution content.
• Co-authors technical reports and interacts with project personnel.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Microsoft Word proficiency

Spanish-language fluency

Education

B.S. in Mining Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, or Chemical Engineering

M.Sc. in metallurgy or mining-related field

Ph.D. in metallurgy or mining-related field

Job description

hydroGEOPHYSICS, Inc. in Irvine, California is looking for a Staff Metallurgist responsible for applying hydrometallurgical expertise to classify leach pads and design solution injection programs. The role includes significant fieldwork and training provided in geophysical methods.

The ideal candidate holds a B.S. degree in a relevant engineering field, possesses 2+ years of experience in leach projects, and has strong communication skills and Spanish fluency. This position offers a permanent salary with opportunities for career growth.