Process Engineer

Job Responsibilities

• Process analysis to identify capital projects which will improve process efficiency.
• Development, implementation, documentation and enforcement of standardized process sampling and measurement procedures.
• Bench testing to simulate process changes before they are implemented.
• Bench testing to measure the performance of various iron ore feed-stocks.
• Process benchmarking and reporting to management of performance.
• Identifying opportunities for process control improvement and working closely with the team to implement said improvements.
• Plan, schedule and direct long term process improvement projects.
• Coincides with mine engineering on exploration and assists in the engineering phase of developments and operational activities.
• Develops and maintains mine to mill performance modeling based on reserve sampling data.
• Supports Safety Management programs and regulatory compliance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 3+ years experience in process engineering within concentrator and/or pellet plant operations preferred.
• High level of technical expertise.
• Analytical thinker.
• Strong PC skills, proficient in MS Office.
• Strong communication skills.
• Able to meet deadlines.
• Strong listening, questioning capabilities.
• Strong problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• B.Sc. in Metallurgy, Chemical or Mineral Process Engineering
• Experience in a technical role in an ore Concentrator and/or Pellet Plant environment or equivalent.

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage with an HSA option.
• Retail Retirement Plan: 401(k) with 6% company match.
• Lincoln STD, LTD, & Life Insurance: Coverage provided by Mesabi Metallics.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): 0-5 Years: 120 hours per year. 5-10 Years: 160 hours per year. 10+ Years: 200 hours per year. Plus 9 paid holidays.

Pay

$72,000 - $121,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.