Senior Metallurgist

Intertek; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Intertek is seeking a Senior Metallurgist to join our Minerals team in Tucson, AZ. The role focuses on Mineral Processing projects including Copper SXEW, Heap Leach, and base metal flotation, with leadership in metallurgical testing and client liaison.

Qualified candidates will have a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, 7 years in flotation and leaching, and strong communication and leadership skills. Standard office hours; Intertek offers comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mineral Processing, Extractive Metallurgy or Chemical Engineering.
• Metallurgical testing in a laboratory setting required.
• Demonstrated leadership and strong communication skills.
• 7 years experience in Flotation and Leaching.

Responsibilities

• Supervise metallurgical resources and technicians; ensure tests are performed safely and on schedule.
• Assist with facility setup and layout.
• Interpret metallurgical test results for clients.
• Liaise with clients to meet project objectives.
• Prepare quotations and proposals based on client needs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Metallurgical testing

Flotation

Leaching

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mineral Processing, Extractive Metallurgy or Chemical Engineering

Job description

Senior Metallurgist - Tucson, Arizona

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Senior Metallurgist to join our Minerals team in Tucson, AZ. This is a fantastic opportunity to expand an accomplished career in Metallurgy and Materials Sciences.

Intertek Mineralsprovides geochemical assay and testing services, minerals inspection and trade services to support the minerals and mining supply chain globally from grassroots exploration to final product shipment. With industry-recognized technical expertise and an established global network, Intertek offers end to end Total Quality Assurance across our clients’ entire resource development chain.

What are we looking for?

The Senior Metallurgist will be working on Mineral Processing projects and will have experience with Copper SXEW, Heap Leach and base metal flotation. Experience in operations and metallurgical testing will be well suited for this role.

Shift/Schedule: Standard office hours, Monday-Friday

Salary & Benefits Information

In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more.

What you'll do:

• Supervise and manage metallurgical resources (equipment and technicians) to ensure metallurgical tests are performed: safely, accurately and on schedule
• Assist with set-up and layout of facility
• Interpret metallurgical test work results
• Liaise with clients to ensure their objectives are met
• Prepare quotations and proposal based on client needs

This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties.

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mineral Processing, Extractive Metallurgy or Chemical Engineering
• Metallurgical testing in a laboratory setting is required
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Good communication skills with well-developed written and oral skills
• 7 years experience in Flotation and Leaching

Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:

• PE registration preferred
• A minimum of 7 years’ experience in mineral processing; gold or copper processing preferred

Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers’ expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.

We Value Diversity

Intertek’s network of phenomenal peopleare our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email [e-mail] or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

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*Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.