Hydrometallurgy Process Engineer - Remote/Hybrid Growth

Placements24; United States; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Retirement contributions

Performance incentives

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Process Engineer with hydrometallurgy expertise for operations near Welkom. You will optimize complex hydrometallurgical processes to maximize recovery and quality, applying chemical engineering principles and practical know-how.

You will lead pilot studies, design modifications, and collaborate with metallurgists and operators to meet production targets in a hybrid work setting. Strong analytical skills and environmental compliance are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering or Metallurgical Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years hands-on experience in process engineering focusing on hydrometallurgy.
• In-depth knowledge of leaching, solvent extraction, ion exchange, precipitation, and electrowinning.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and optimize existing hydrometallurgical processes to improve efficiency, yield, and cost-effectiveness.
• Develop and implement new process designs and modifications, including flowsheets, mass balances, and equipment sizing.
• Conduct pilot plant studies and interpret data to validate process designs and operating parameters.
• Troubleshoot issues related to chemical reactions, solid-liquid separation, solvent extraction, and precipitation.
• Develop and maintain process simulation models using METSIM, HSC Chemistry.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and safety standards.
• Collaborate with metallurgists, chemists, and plant operators to achieve production targets.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and process documentation.

Skills

Hydrometallurgy

Process optimization

Data interpretation

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelors or Masters in Chemical or Metallurgical Eng

Tools

METSIM

HSC Chemistry

Job description

Placements24 seeks an experienced Process Engineer with hydrometallurgy expertise for operations near Welkom. You will optimize complex hydrometallurgical processes to maximize recovery and quality, applying chemical engineering principles and practical know-how.

You will lead pilot studies, design modifications, and collaborate with metallurgists and operators to meet production targets in a hybrid work setting. Strong analytical skills and environmental compliance are essential.