Senior Process Control and Leaching Specialist

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Position Summary: We are seeking a Senior Process Control and Leaching Specialist to optimize and control hydrometallurgical processes, ensuring operational stability and efficiency. Key Highlights: 1. Optimization of leaching, solvent extraction (SX), and electrowinning (EW) processes 2. Coordination of metallurgical testing and evaluation of new operations 3. Support in implementing advanced control systems and process automation Job Description We are seeking a **Senior Process Control and Leaching Specialist** to optimize and control hydrometallurgical processes, ensuring operational stability, metallurgical recovery, resource efficiency, and compliance with safety and environmental standards. Key Responsibilities * Monitor and optimize **leaching, solvent extraction (SX), and electrowinning (EW)** processes. * Analyze process variables, recovery rates, reagent consumption, and operational efficiency. * Identify deviations and propose corrective actions to improve stability and performance. * Develop mass, water, and metallurgical balances. * Analyze process trends and data using control and management tools. * Coordinate metallurgical testing and evaluate new operational alternatives. * Prepare technical reports and performance indicators. * Collaborate closely with Operations, Metallurgy, Maintenance, Laboratory, and Environmental teams. * Support the implementation of **advanced process control and automation systems**. * Ensure compliance with procedures, safety standards, and applicable environmental regulations. Requirements * Degree in **Metallurgical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Mining Engineering**, or a related field. * Proven experience in **leaching, SX\-EW, and process control**. * Solid knowledge of metallurgical balances and operational variables. * Advanced proficiency in **Excel**; familiarity with **Power BI, PI System/AVEVA PI**, or other analytical tools is desirable. * Experience with **DCS, PLC, SCADA, and advanced process control (APC)** systems is desirable. * Knowledge of process chemistry, reagents, and metallurgical analysis. * Experience in process optimization and statistical analysis is desirable. * Familiarity with **safety and environmental standards applicable to mining in Chile**. * Availability to work on-site under a shift-based system. * Strong analytical ability, technical leadership, results orientation, and commitment to continuous improvement. Salary: $2\.800\.000 per month Workplace: On-site employment