Mineral Processing Practice Leader

AECOM; Tampa (FL); Remote; USD 220,000 - 295,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Mineral Processing Practice Leader to drive growth, technical excellence, and market leadership of our mineral processing business. This senior role combines deep technical expertise with commercial acumen and a passion for developing people and practices, offering global reach and autonomy.

You will define strategy, lead an interdisciplinary team, and shape projects across base metals, precious metals, and critical minerals while mentoring the next generation of processing

Qualifications

• Minimum: Bachelor's in Mining Eng or related field with 12+ years in metallurgical/mineral processing and 4+ years leadership.
• Preferred: Master’s or PhD in Metallurgical/Chemical Eng or equivalent.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in mineral processing design and engineering.

Responsibilities

• Lead growth, technical excellence, and strategic direction of the Mineral Processing practice.
• Define technical vision and lead a multidisciplinary team of engineers and metallurgists.
• Drive business development across base metals, precious metals, critical minerals, and industrial minerals markets globally.
• Act as a recognized SME and mentor the next generation of processing engineers.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering or related discipline

Master’s or PhD in Metallurgical or Chemical Engineering (preferred)

Job description

• Base metals (copper, zinc, nickel, lead)

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM is seeking a Mineral Processing Practice Leader to drive the growth, technical excellence, and market leadership of our mineral processing business. This is a high-impact, senior leadership role for a recognized mineral processing expert who combines technical depth, commercial acumen, and a passion for developing people and practices. The role offers global reach, significant autonomy, and the opportunity to shape the future of mineral processing within a leading mining and minerals practice.

Responsibilities and scope include:

• Lead the growth, technical excellence, and strategic direction of the Mineral Processing practice.
• Define technical vision and lead a multidisciplinary team of engineers and metallurgists.
• Drive business development across base metals, precious metals, critical minerals, and industrial minerals markets globally.
• Act as a recognized subject matter expert and thought leader, commanding client confidence at the executive level and mentoring the next generation of processing engineers.

Commodity Coverage

• Base metals (copper, zinc, nickel, lead)
• Precious metals (gold, silver, PGMs)
• Critical minerals (lithium, cobalt, rare earths)
• Industrial minerals and bulk commodities

Delivery Modes

• Feasibility & scoping studies (PEA to FS)
• Trade-off and optimization studies
• Basic & detailed engineering design
• Owner's engineer & EPCM support
• Operational reviews & troubleshooting

Technical Disciplines

• Comminution (crushing, grinding, classification)
• Gravity, flotation & magnetic separation
• Hydrometallurgy & leaching circuits
• Tailings management & water recovery
• Process simulation & modelling (MMIMS, JKSimMet)

Project Types

• Greenfield plant design (500 tpd – 100,000 tpd)
• Brownfield expansions & retrofits
• Process audits & performance benchmarking
• Technology selection & vendor evaluation

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering or related discipline and 12+ years of experience in Metallurgical, Chemical, or Mineral Processing Engineering (or related field) and 4 years of leadership.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s or PhD in Metallurgical or Chemical Engineering preferred or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in mineral processing design and engineering

Additional Information

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $220000 to $295000.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life
• AD&D
• disability benefits
• paid time off
• leaves of absences
• voluntary benefits
• perks
• flexible work options
• well-being resources
• employee assistance program
• business travel insurance
• service recognition awards
• retirement savings plan
• employee stock purchase plan

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ReqID: J10163304

Business Line: Water

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: West

Career Area: Business Management

Work Location Model: Remote

Compensation: USD 220000 - USD 295000 - yearly