Junior Process Engineer

Hatch; Salt Lake City (UT); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Hatch is seeking a dynamic Junior Engineer to join the Metals group in Salt Lake City, UT. The role supports a global office network and emphasizes practical, safe, and sustainable engineering solutions.

Ideal candidates are recent graduates with relevant internships, a degree in chemical/metallurgical engineering, and strong MS Office skills. The position requires in-person collaboration with occasional travel to project sites.

Qualifications

• Roles at this level are filled by recent or soon-to-be graduates with limited experience but relevant skills.
• Preferred bachelor’s or master’s degree in chemical engineering, metallurgical engineering, extractive metallurgy, or a relevant field
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale

Responsibilities

• Apply problem solving skills to complete project work.
• Work in a multi-disciplinary engineering team environment with focus on assisting the process team.
• Assist in studies for lithium-ion battery chemical related projects and rare earth element projects.
• Assist with developing process control, simulation, automation, prediction and operation models.
• Assist with interpretation of simulation and field data and developing test work programs.
• Assist with preparation of engineering documents and calculations such as mass and energy balances and design criteria.
• Assist with project management within scope, schedule and budget.
• Assist with analysis of on-site data and reporting.

Skills

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Willingness to travel

MS Excel

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

MS Office

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in chemical/metallurgical engineering or related field

GPA 3.0 or higher (on 4.0 scale)

Tools

Process modelling

Simulation

Process equipment

Job description

Requisition ID101829-Posted09/14/2026

Location:Salt Lake City,UT,United States

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining , energy , and infrastructure ,our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally.Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

If it isn't grown, it's mined. Our mining and metals teams help our clients to safely and sustainably mine the minerals and metals used in our everyday lives. Want to play a part of innovating and optimizing the mining life cycle on greenfield and brownfield facilities?

Looking to take the next step in your career?

Hatch is seeking a dynamic Junior Engineer. Reporting to the Metals group, you will support offices globally working from our Salt Lake City, UT office location.

We’re entrepreneurs with a technical soul. Our flat organizational structure creates an atmosphere of openness and participation. We build practical solutions that are safe, innovative, and sustainable. Our ultimate goal is to achieve no harm for our people, our clients, and our communities.

At Hatch, we greatly value in-person interaction and collaboration and are therefore an in-office environment. While flexibility is always provided to work remotely when needed, we encourage our teams to be in the office for most of the time. We encourage candidates to connect with their recruiter and hiring manager to understand workplace expectations and ensure the role aligns with their goals.

Hatch will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.

Qualifications:

• Roles at this level are filled by recent or soon to be university/college graduates with little or no professional experience but possessing relevant skills
• Preferred bachelor’s or master’s degree in chemical engineering, metallurgical engineering, extractive metallurgy, or a relevant field
• Minimum of a cumulative 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale

As the successful candidate, you will:

• Apply problem solving skills to complete project work
• Work in a multi-disciplinary engineering team environment, with focus on assisting the process team
• Assist in studies for various commodities including lithium-ion battery chemical related projects and rare earth element projects
• Assist with developing process control, simulation, automation, prediction and operation models
• Assist with interpretation of simulation and field data as well as developing test work programs
• Assist with preparation of engineering documents and calculations, such as mass and energy balances, design criteria, engineering reports, process facility layout, hazard studies, cost estimation, etc.
• Assist with project management within the scope, schedule, and budget provided by the process engineers and project managers
• Assist with analysis of on-site data and reporting

You bring to the role:

• Strong academic record
• Previous co-op or summer work terms within metallurgical or chemical process plants or engineering is an asset
• Academic or work experience with process modelling, process equipment and developing process engineering deliverables is an asset
• Willingness and ability to travel to project sites including remote sites
• Ability to effectively utilize written and oral communication skills to describe, depict and explain their work to team members and clients
• Must have proven skills with MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Competencies (knowledge, skill, attributes):

• Good understanding of engineering and business fundamentals as they apply to engineering problems and projects
• Ability to learn quickly and to take on new challenges
• Collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Shows critical and creative thinking and problem solving and brings forward solutions for our clients' toughest challenges
• Adapts and embraces change

Requirements for all sectors:

• To live our manifesto. Our vision and values that set us apart from our competition, put our planet first, and make each day a step toward positive change. Read more here: Hatch Manifesto
• Perform assignments related to your sector
• Assist with preparation of detailed design for projects
• Support preparation of drawings from detailed notes and specifications
• Coordination with other technicians/engineers on projects
• Provide support to Senior Engineers and Designers as and when needed
• Ability to apply your skills to challenging, interesting, and meaningful projects, while working alongside other highly intelligent and motivated people
• An exciting work environment in a constantly evolving industry
• The opportunity to receive excellent mentorship from industry experts
• Challenging career with countless opportunities
• Stability and consistency – you are joining the Hatch team and family to grow your career in a way that suites you best
• Expected growth at Hatch:
• You will be ableto learnabout the different sectors, processes,peopleand culture thatdrivesour business
• You will learn from others and develop relationships with your managers, colleagues,etc.
• Growth in our communities locally, but also thinking globally
• Company gatherings, happy hours, socialinteraction to build strong work relationships
• Regional networking

Note: Applicants must submit a transcript (official or unofficial) upon application.

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.