Principal Engineer - Process
Core
Lead process engineering design, optimization, and technical delivery for mining and metallurgical projects, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
Role type
Principal Process Engineer (Metallurgy/Chemical)
Builds
Process designs, flowsheets, PFDs, P&IDs, and equipment specifications for new facilities or revamps.
Domain
Mining and Metallurgy
Required skills
Process circuit design, Mass and energy balance, Process simulation (METSIM, SysCAD, Aspen), Hydraulic calculations, Equipment sizing and selection, HAZOP leadership, Project management, Vendor coordination
Preferred skills
Plant operation experience, Metallurgical test work analysis, Capital cost estimation, Business development support
Technologies
METSIM, SysCAD, HSC, Aspen
Responsibilities
Develop design basis documents and process simulations; Supervise metallurgical test work and optimize flowsheets; Perform hydraulic calculations and relief load estimations; Lead HAZOP and safety studies; Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and vendors; Prepare operating manuals and cost estimates.
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with strategic oversight