Extractive Metallurgist
$80,000–$90,000 year
On-siteMoab, Utah, United States
Job Summary
Design, test, and optimize mineral processing flowsheets for new and existing projects, leading laboratory, pilot-scale, and plant trials for process validation. Analyze metallurgical data to improve recovery, efficiency, and cost performance while collaborating with engineering teams on process design and scale-up. Partner with data scientists and ML engineers to integrate advanced analytics and predictive models into process optimization, supporting commissioning and ramp-up of new facilities with significant travel. Contribute to continuous improvement, innovation, and safety within Mariana Minerals' software-first, vertically integrated operations in Moab, UT.
Required Qualifications
- Degree in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, or Process Engineering
- Hands-on mineral processing experience
- Proven ability to work independently in dynamic environments
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Experience working in startup or entrepreneurial settings
Desired Qualifications
- Background in industrial technology or product development
- Experience collaborating with machine learning engineers or data scientists
- Exposure to digitized process monitoring and automation systems
- Zinc or copper experience
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