Remote Metallurgist: Mastering Mineral Processing

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Remote Metallurgist to optimize mineral processing across global sites. The role focuses on analyzing complex data, developing strategies to improve recovery rates, and reducing operating costs from a remote location.

The successful candidate will have 8+ years in mineral processing, expertise in hydrometallurgy or pyrometallurgy, and strong skills in process simulation and data analysis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of progressive mineral processing experience, with hydrometallurgy or pyrometallurgy focus.
• Experience analyzing plant data and performing process simulations.
• Familiarity with flotation, leaching, smelting, and refining techniques.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work remotely and manage projects independently.

Responsibilities

• Analyze metallurgical test data and plant operating data from various sites to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Develop and recommend process optimization strategies to increase metal recovery and reduce reagent consumption.
• Provide expert metallurgical support and troubleshooting remotely to plant operations.
• Conduct literature reviews and research on new metallurgical technologies and methodologies.
• Develop metallurgical simulation models to predict process performance and evaluate alternative scenarios.
• Prepare detailed technical reports, presentations, and recommendations for management and site operations teams.
• Collaborate with site metallurgists and engineers to implement process changes and monitor their effectiveness.
• Contribute to the design and review of metallurgical test work programs.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards in all recommendations and analyses.
• Stay abreast of industry best practices and emerging trends in mineral processing globally.

Skills

Data analysis

Mineral processing

Process optimization

Remote collaboration

Hydrometallurgy

Pyrometallurgy

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Metallurgy or Chemical Engineering

Tools

Process simulation software

Metallurgical software

Data analysis tools (Python/R/Excel)

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Remote Metallurgist to optimize mineral processing across global sites. The role focuses on analyzing complex data, developing strategies to improve recovery rates, and reducing operating costs from a remote location.

The successful candidate will have 8+ years in mineral processing, expertise in hydrometallurgy or pyrometallurgy, and strong skills in process simulation and data analysis.