Senior Process Engineer - Mining & Minerals Processing

Placements24; Riverton (UT); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Site-specific allowances

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Process Engineer to join our client in Upington, Northern Cape. You will optimize chemical and physical processes for mineral extraction, design improvements to boost recovery and product quality, and lead feasibility studies and pilot plant trials.

The role involves troubleshooting plant challenges and ensuring environmental and safety compliance. You will collaborate with geologists, metallurgists, operations, and maintenance teams, manage

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Metallurgical Engineering
• 7+ years of experience in process engineering in mining/minerals
• Experience in comminution, flotation, leaching, and refining
• Proficient with process simulation and modeling techniques
• Professional Engineer (Pr.Eng) registration is desirable or advantageous

Responsibilities

• Optimize chemical and physical processes for mineral extraction and concentration
• Design and implement process improvements to enhance recovery and product quality
• Conduct feasibility studies and pilot plant trials for new processing techniques
• Troubleshoot operational issues and develop effective solutions for plant challenges
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and safety standards (e.g., HAZOP)
• Prepare process documentation including P&IDs, equipment specifications, and operating manuals
• Collaborate with geologists, metallurgists, operations, and maintenance teams
• Manage small to medium-sized process engineering projects
• Monitor process performance using key metrics and implement data-driven improvements
• Stay updated on emerging technologies and best practices in mineral processing

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Project management

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical Engineering

Tools

Process simulation

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a significant player in the mining and minerals processing sector, is seeking an experienced Senior Process Engineer to join their team in Upington, Northern Cape. This role is central to optimizing the extraction and processing of valuable minerals, ensuring efficiency, safety, and environmental responsibility. You will be involved in process design, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives for complex metallurgical operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in chemical or metallurgical engineering, with a proven track record in the mining industry. This is a key position that offers the chance to contribute to vital resource development in the Upington region.

Key Responsibilities

• Optimize chemical and physical processes for mineral extraction and concentration
• Design and implement process improvements to enhance recovery rates and product quality
• Conduct feasibility studies and pilot plant trials for new processing techniques
• Troubleshoot operational issues and develop effective solutions for plant challenges
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and safety standards (e.g., HAZOP)
• Prepare process documentation, including P&IDs, equipment specifications, and operating manuals
• Collaborate with geologists, metallurgists, operations, and maintenance teams
• Manage small to medium-sized process engineering projects
• Monitor process performance using key metrics and implement data-driven improvements
• Stay updated on emerging technologies and best practices in mineral processing

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in process engineering, with significant exposure to the mining and minerals processing industry
• Proven experience in areas such as comminution, flotation, leaching, and refining
• Strong understanding of process simulation and modeling techniques
• Knowledge of relevant environmental and safety regulations in the mining sector
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
• Strong project management and communication abilities
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment
• Professional Engineer (Pr.Eng) registration is highly desirable
• Experience with specific mineral types (e.g., copper, gold, diamonds) is an advantage

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, performance-based bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical aid, retirement fund, and site-specific allowances. Opportunities for professional growth and development within the company are readily available. This hybrid role allows for flexibility, combining office-based work in Upington, Northern Cape, with remote work options.