Metallurgical/Chemical Engineer II
Bowman Consulting Group, Ltd.•Tucson, AZ
•Hybrid
About The Position
Provides intermediate-level engineering support focused on design, optimization, technical studies and project delivery for metallurgical processes and/or chemical plants. This role applies established engineering principles to analyze, design, and optimize processes related to extraction, refining and production while supporting project teams, operations, and clients.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Mineral Processing, or Chemical Engineering.
- Three or more (3+) years of relevant engineering experience in metallurgical processing, chemical manufacturing, materials engineering, or related industries.
- Knowledge of metallurgical processes (e.g., extractive metallurgy, hydrometallurgy, pyrometallurgy) or chemical process systems.
- Experience with process modeling, data analysis, and engineering software tools (e.g., METSIM, SysCAD, HSC, or similar, AutoCAD family of products).
- Familiarity with industry standards, safety protocols, and environmental regulations.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification preferred; progress toward Professional Engineer (PE) licensure is encouraged.
Responsibilities
- Works under general supervision, demonstrating growing technical independence and decision-making capability.
- Contributes to multidisciplinary project teams, coordinating with process, mechanical, environmental, and project management staff.
- Supports continuous improvement initiatives and promotes adherence to safety, quality, and operational standards.
- Applies metallurgical and chemical engineering principles to support design, analysis, troubleshooting, and optimization of processes.
- Assists in evaluating process performance, identifying inefficiencies, and recommending improvements.
- Supports development of technical reports, feasibility studies, and process documentation.
- Participate in client interactions, supporting technical discussions and delivering solutions aligned with project goals.
- Ensures compliance with applicable environmental, safety, and regulatory requirements.
- Contributes to innovation efforts, including new technologies, process improvements, and sustainability initiatives.
- Performs process calculations, mass and energy balances, and material characterizations.
- Develops and evaluates process flow diagrams (PFDs), piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), and equipment specifications.
- Supports metallurgical testing, chemical analysis, and interpretation of laboratory and pilot-scale data.
- Assists in troubleshooting plant processes, including refining, extraction, separation, corrosion, and materials failure analysis.
- Conducts data analysis to support process optimization, quality improvement, and operational efficiency.
- Prepares technical memoranda, engineering reports, and design documentation.
- Collaborates with field teams and may support site visits, commissioning, or operational assessments
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
- Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
- Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
