Metallurgical Engineer Middelburg

Hire Resolve; Middelburg; On-site; ZAR 850,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Hire Resolve is seeking a Metallurgical Engineer to join the Services and Development department in South Africa. You will provide technical support in developing metallurgical processes and services, design testing programmes, and prepare technical reports that guide plant and customer operations.

The role requires a BSc or BEng in Metallurgy with 6–8 years’ experience, heavy manufacturing exposure, and strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• BSc or B Eng. in Metallurgy with minimum of 6 - 8 years’ relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate metallurgical microscopes and image analysis software, and use Excel/Word/Access/PowerPoint.
• Design testing programmes and analyse metallurgical results for plant or client processing.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations with clear conclusions and recommendations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support metallurgical process optimization.
• Ensure safety and environmental regulations are followed and mentor junior staff.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

BSc or B Eng. in Metallurgy

Tools

Excel

Word

Access

PowerPoint

metallurgical software

P6

Job description

Description

Hire Resolve is currently seeking a talented and experienced Metallurgical Engineer to join our client's team in the Services and Development department. In this role, you will be responsible for providing technical support and expertise in the development of metallurgical processes and services.
If you are a skilled and knowledgeable Metallurgical Engineer looking for a new career opportunity, we would love to hear from you. Join us at Hire Resolve, where we prioritize finding the best fit for our clients and candidates, and offer opportunities for career growth and development.

Responsibilities:

• Operation of metallurgical microscopes, image analysis software, Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint software, plant software e.g. P6, Supervisory.
• Designing testing programmes.
• Technical writing, analysis and interpretation of metallurgical test results and relating to plant and/or customer processing and operation.
• Data-base systems are used to gather plant data to assist in investigations.
• Computer skills are required to analyse data and to compile reports.
• Analytical and interpretive skills required to determine causes of process or end-use problems, project planning.
• Provide technical support in the design, optimization, and troubleshooting of metallurgical processes.
• Conduct research and development activities to improve metallurgical performance.
• Analyze and interpret metallurgical data.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Mentor junior team members and provide technical guidance.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and advancements in metallurgical engineering.

Requirements:

• BSc or B Eng. in Metallurgy with minimum of 6 - 8 years’ relevant experience.
• Knowledge of steel/stainless steel product and/or Smelting/Refining of other materials.
• Working experience in heavy/large manufacturing processes related to Steel manufacturing, quality assurance and control, project management.
• Experience with POLC principles and QCDSM.
• Experience in process optimization and troubleshooting.
• Proficient in using metallurgical software and tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Salary: 850K - 900K

If you meet the above requirements and want to make a career-changing move, apply today by either filling in the online application form or by emailing your CV to [e-mail].

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.