Remote Process Engineer - Mining

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Home office allowance

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Remote Process Engineer in the mining sector to optimize mineral processing operations. This fully remote role analyzes plant data, identifies efficiency gains, and guides technology implementation with on-site teams.

Requirements include a Master’s degree in Chemical or Metallurgical Engineering and at least six years in mining process engineering, plus proficiency with process simulation tools.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering or Metallurgical Engineering.
• Six years of experience in mining process engineering.
• Proficiency with process simulation tools (e.g., HSC Chemistry, SysCAD).
• Strong understanding of thermodynamics, kinetics and unit operations in mineral processing.
• Excellent analytical and remote communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze process data to monitor plant performance and identify bottlenecks.
• Develop and optimize metallurgical processes (comminution, flotation, leaching, solid–liquid separation).
• Troubleshoot operational challenges and provide remote technical support.
• Conduct feasibility studies and economic evaluations for upgrades or new technologies.
• Collaborate with R&D on pilot testing and scale-up activities.
• Prepare technical reports, process flow diagrams, and operational guidelines.

Skills

Remote communication

Analytical thinking

Process simulation

Mineral processing knowledge

Education

Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering

Master’s degree in Metallurgical Engineering

Tools

HSC Chemistry

SysCAD

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Remote Process Engineer with expertise in the mining industry to optimize mineral processing operations. This fully remote role involves analyzing plant data, identifying opportunities for efficiency improvements, troubleshooting process issues, and contributing to the design and implementation of new processing technologies. You will work closely with on-site operations teams and R&D personnel to enhance recovery rates, reduce operating costs, and ensure environmental compliance. The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in mineral processing, excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to effectively manage projects and provide technical guidance remotely, driving innovation and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze process data to monitor plant performance, identify bottlenecks, and recommend improvements.
• Develop and optimize metallurgical processes, including comminution, flotation, leaching, and solid-liquid separation.
• Troubleshoot operational challenges and provide technical support to plant personnel.
• Conduct feasibility studies and economic evaluations for process upgrades or new technologies.
• Collaborate with R&D teams on pilot plant testing and scale-up activities.
• Prepare technical reports, process flow diagrams, and operational guidelines.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in process engineering within the mining sector.
• Proficiency in process simulation software (e.g., HSC Chemistry, SysCAD).
• Strong understanding of thermodynamics, kinetics, and unit operations relevant to mineral processing.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and remote communication skills.
• Experience with various commodities and processing techniques is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Performance-based bonuses and opportunities for advancement.
• Allowance for home office setup and professional development courses.
• Exposure to innovative processing technologies and global mining projects.
• The flexibility to work remotely while significantly impacting operational efficiency and sustainability.