Senior Metallurgist - Smelting & Refining

ZipRecruiter; Phoenix (AZ); Remote; USD 101,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm is seeking a Metallurgical/Process Engineer specializing in smelting and electrorefining. You will enhance operational efficiency while ensuring safety and innovation. Minimum requirements include a relevant Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of experience or a Master’s with 3+. Join a collaborative team offering a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits in a remote-friendly role.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer contribution/match

Tuition assistance

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience or 3+ years with a Master's degree.
• Ability to clearly communicate complex technical concepts.
• Experience in copper smelting, electrorefining, and sulfuric acid production.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to global operations in smelting, electrorefining, and sulfuric acid production.
• Apply analytical methods to enhance processes.
• Monitor key performance indicators for continuous improvements.

Skills

Leadership in safety/environmental initiatives

Expertise in unit operations relevant to metallurgy and chemical processing

Data analysis

Test work planning

Process optimization

Managing multidisciplinary teams

Budget preparation

Mentoring capabilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field

Master’s degree in the same fields

Job description

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Job Opportunity: Metallurgical/Process Engineer – Smelting, Electrorefining & Sulfuric Acid Production

Why You Should Apply for This Job
This role offers the chance to work in a collaborative, safety-focused environment where your technical expertise is recognized and valued. If you're seeking an opportunity to grow professionally in a global organization committed to excellence, this position is for you. Apply today!

Where You Will Work
The position supports a centralized, global technical function with flexibility to work remotely from most U.S. states (except California, Connecticut, Illinois, Kansas, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Hampshire, New York, North Carolina, Oklahoma, and South Carolina). If the role transitions to in-person in the future, relocation benefits may be available depending on eligibility.

Role Overview
Provide technical support to global operations in smelting, electrorefining, and sulfuric acid production. Use your expertise in chemistry, metallurgy, and process engineering to drive operational efficiency and innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Apply first principles and analytical methods to enhance electrorefining, sulfuric acid production, smelting, and precious metals recovery.
• Provide guidance on technical procedures and maintain a database of technical literature.
• Evaluate production processes to improve cost, capacity, quality, or efficiency.
• Monitor key performance indicators and recommend continuous improvements.
• Manage vendor contracts for equipment and services related to metallurgical testing.
• Stay current with technological advancements to drive innovation and safety.
• Support risk assessments and process safety enhancements.
• Contribute to internal training, seminars, and technical knowledge sharing.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and proactively address industry changes.

Requirements

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field and 5+ years of relevant experience

OR
Master’s degree in the same fields and 3+ years of experience.

• Strong leadership in safety/environmental initiatives.
• Expertise in unit operations relevant to metallurgy and chemical processing.
• Ability to clearly communicate complex technical concepts.
• Skilled in data analysis, test work planning, and process optimization.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary teams and projects.
• Budget preparation and oversight.
• Strong mentoring and team engagement capabilities.

:

• Experience in copper smelting, electrorefining, and sulfuric acid production.

Work Environment & Travel

• Work may involve exposure to high temperatures, humidity, moving parts, chemicals, and elevated workspaces.
• Up to 75% domestic and international travel required.
• Use of personal protective equipment is mandatory in certain environments.
• Physical requirements include the ability to lift up to 30 pounds, climb stairs/ladders, and perform manual tasks.

Benefits

Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated base salary: $101,000–$141,000 annually (actual pay based on experience and qualifications).
• Additional incentive/bonus eligibility.
• Comprehensive benefits including:
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life and coverage
• 401(k) with employer contribution/match
• Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and parental leave
• Tuition assistance
• Employee assistance programs
• Discounts on auto, home, and pet insurance
• Career development and internal mobility opportunities