At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead innovative projects in minerals processing and optimise mining processes.
- Company: Join Hatch, a global leader in mining and energy solutions.
- Benefits: Career growth, mentorship, and a collaborative culture focused on innovation.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace encouraging applications from all backgrounds.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on sustainable mining practices and the global energy transition.
- Qualifications: Degree in Chemical or Metallurgical Engineering with relevant industry experience.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.
If it isn't grown, it's mined. Our mining and metals teams help our clients to safely and sustainably mine the minerals and metals used in our everyday lives. Want to play a part in innovating and optimizing the mining life cycle on greenfield and brownfield facilities? Apply today!
As part of our Metals team, you will contribute to projects that support the global energy transition - working across commodities such as lithium, rare earths, copper, gold, and alumina. This role offers the opportunity to be involved in technically complex projects that are shaping the future of the minerals industry.
In this role, you will:
- Lead process engineering activities across the full project lifecycle, from concept studies to detailed design and commissioning support.
- Take ownership of key deliverables and contribute to technical decision-making across multidisciplinary teams.
- Manage early-stage studies, including concept and pre-feasibility, with a focus on process development and optimisation.
- Design and optimise metallurgical flowsheets for both greenfield and brownfield projects.
- Conduct trade-off studies to support value-driven engineering decisions.
- Develop process models using tools such as LIMN, JKSimMet and JK SimFloat to optimise performance.
- Prepare process design documentation, including calculations, specifications, and equipment data sheets.
- Support client engagement, contribute to proposals, and mentor junior engineers.
About You
You will have experience working in a consulting, EPCM, or operational environment within the minerals processing or metallurgical industry, with strong technical capability across mineral processing and hydrometallurgy. You bring experience working with a range of commodities such as lithium, nickel, copper, gold, iron ore or rare earths, along with proficiency in process simulation tools. With a degree in Chemical or Metallurgical Engineering, you demonstrate strong analytical thinking, clear communication skills, and the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams. You are comfortable engaging with clients, contributing to studies, and are either working towards or have achieved professional chartership.
Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions. Strong focus on career growth, learning and mentorship. Collaborative, values-driven culture focused on innovation and excellence.
Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.
Hatch holds an innovate reconciliation action plan and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders to apply. As an accredited Employer of Choice for Gender Equality (WGEA) and Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to fostering a workforce in each of our locations that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate. Within Australia, this includes supporting and encouraging a collaborative workplace and a comprehensive benefit offering. If you have any special needs requirements, please discuss with us and we will do our utmost to accommodate your request.
Senior Process Engineer, Minerals & Metals in Brisbane employer: Hatch Ltd.
Hatch is an exceptional employer that prioritises a collaborative and inclusive work culture, offering extensive opportunities for professional growth and mentorship. With a strong commitment to innovation and sustainability, employees are empowered to contribute to meaningful projects in the civil engineering sector, particularly within the dynamic fields of infrastructure and renewable energy. Located in Australia, Hatch provides a comprehensive benefits package and actively supports diversity, making it a rewarding place to build a career.
