Senior Process Engineer - Hydrometallurgy (Hybrid)

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Performance bonuses

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Process Engineer specialized in chemical extraction to optimize hydrometallurgical operations in Vereeniging, Gauteng. You will lead design, development and implementation of process improvements, working with plant operations and R&D to enhance leaching, SX and EW performance.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years' mining/chemical processing experience, strong simulation software skills, and a proven track record in safety and project leadership.

Qualifications

• BEng or MSc in Chemical Engineering or Metallurgical Engineering.
• 6+ years of relevant experience in process engineering in mining or chemical processing.
• Strong expertise in hydrometallurgical processes (leaching, SX, EW).
• Proficiency with process simulation software (HSC Chemistry, METSIM, Aspen Plus).
• Experience with process control systems and data analysis tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for team work.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Commitment to safety and environmental best practices.

Responsibilities

• Optimize and troubleshoot chemical extraction processes (leaching, solvent extraction, electrowinning).
• Develop and implement process improvements to boost efficiency, recovery and product quality.
• Conduct pilot plant trials and scale-up studies for new or modified processes.
• Analyze process data using statistical methods and process simulation tools to identify improvements.
• Collaborate with plant operators, metallurgists and R&D to implement best practices.
• Prepare detailed technical reports, process flow diagrams and P&IDs.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health and environmental regulations.
• Provide technical support and training to junior engineers and plant staff.
• Participate in PHAs and HAZOP studies.

Skills

Hydrometallurgy

Leaching

Solvent extraction

Electrowinning

Data analysis

Statistics

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Multi-project management

Safety focus

Education

BEng or MSc in Chemical/Metallurgical Eng.

Tools

HSC Chemistry

METSIM

Aspen Plus

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Process Engineer specialized in chemical extraction to optimize hydrometallurgical operations in Vereeniging, Gauteng. You will lead design, development and implementation of process improvements, working with plant operations and R&D to enhance leaching, SX and EW performance.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years' mining/chemical processing experience, strong simulation software skills, and a proven track record in safety and project leadership.