Metallurgical Engineer - Junior

ALS Global • Reno, NV

11h • Onsite

About The Position

The Junior Metallurgist is responsible for data analysis, bid preparation, technical report writing, and as needed, perform laboratory test work, manage and train metallurgical laboratory technicians, in support of metallurgical test programs.

Requirements

• Detail oriented individual with a strong commitment to quality.
• Organized, highly motivated, and able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent data analysis skills, including metallurgical balancing.
• Excellent English communication skills (written and verbal).
• Experience is supporting software including Excel, Office Suite, Sharepoint, LIMS, and Acrobat.
• Experience with analytical laboratory equipment i.e. ICP-MS/AES, FAAS, IC, XRF, Laser PSA, etc.
• 2 years of engineering experience in a combination of: Metallurgical/Mineral Processing Laboratory experience, highly preferred, and/or Metallurgical/Mineral Processing/Chemical Engineering industrial site experience, Applicable experience at a related/similar industrial field.
• Recognized Engineering degree in Metallurgical, Chemical, Mineral Processing, or equivalent required.
• Able to lift 50 pounds.
• Manual dexterity to perform repetitive tasks.
• Wear issued personal protective equipment (PPE) as required including safety glasses, gloves, safety toed shoes, lab coat/coveralls, half and full-face.
• Ability to stand for a full shift.
• Ability to sit at a desk for general office work, including periodic sedentary responsibilities.
• Math and Chemistry knowledge preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Excel, strongly preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Word, Outlook, and SharePoint.
• Experience with LIMS software beneficial.
• Experience with basic mechanical maintenance beneficial.
• Experience with forklifts operation beneficial.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English (written and verbal).

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of basic mechanical maintenance beneficial.
• Math and Chemistry knowledge preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Excel, strongly preferred.
• Experience with LIMS software beneficial.
• Experience with basic mechanical maintenance beneficial.
• Experience with forklifts operation beneficial.
• Previous experience in metallurgical testing laboratory strongly preferred, and/or Laboratory experience in an analytical chemistry, assaying or related field is preferred, and/or Technical experience at a mining, mineral processing, or other industrial field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage metallurgical test projects, which include the following activities: Preliminary bid preparation for simple projects.
• Respond to client inquiries and provide support as needed.
• Complete metallurgical balances and communicate data to the clients.
• Summarize data for interpretation, and present data in a suitable format, write final technical reports for projects.
• Conducting, supervising and reporting bench scale and pilot plant test work.
• Direct, supervise, and, when necessary, conduct test work in laboratory, including froth flotation, roasting/calcination, leaching, gravity concentration, magnetic separation, comminution, sample preparation, and supporting tasks.
• Assist in the development of new testing capabilities.
• Represent ALS Metallurgy at trade shows, conferences, mining shows, etc. as required; these events may occur outside regular office hours.
• Collaborate in a small team environment to achieve project goals
• Use correct methods in accordance with the established procedures and schedules while ensuring analytical quality.
• Observe established safety regulations and comply with all ALS health and safety policies and procedures.
• Actively participate in the training, inspection, and admin managerial tasks.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• We invest in our people with programs and opportunities that help you build a diverse career with us.
• We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and our communities.
• Reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process are available upon request.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level