Process Engineer/Metallurgist

Process Engineer/Metallurgist

Eriez · Welshpool, Australia · Full-time · Posted 2026-11-07

Salary: AUD 100,000–155,000

Workplace: on_site

Department: Sales - Flotation - WA

Description

Turn mineral processing knowledge into real-world flotation solutions.

About Us

Since 1942, Eriez has been more than a company, it’s a catalyst for innovation. Our journey began in the heart of Erie, Pennsylvania, but our impact reverberates across six continents, with our office in Welshpool, Western Australia. It is the way we tackle processing challenges, challenge conventional thinking and turn technical expertise into better outcomes for customers. Here’s why we are not your average separation technology powerhouse:

• Flotation Innovators: We don’t just make bubbles. We use science, engineering and mineral processing expertise to help customers improve recovery, concentrate quality and flotation performance.
• Mineral Problem Solvers: Every orebody and flowsheet brings a different challenge. From test work and process design to troubleshooting and optimisation, our team gets into the detail to find practical solutions.
• From Test Work to Plant Performance: Our work doesn’t stop in the laboratory. We take ideas from testing and equipment selection through to commissioning, optimisation and real-world operating performance.
• Global Technology, Local Expertise: Be part of a global flotation team while working directly with mining customers and projects to solve real processing challenges.

The Role

Are you a Metallurgist or Process Engineer who enjoys getting beyond the theory and working hands-on with test work, process optimisation, equipment and customers?

Eriez is looking for a Process Engineer / Metallurgist to join our Flotation team and help deliver technical solutions to the mineral processing industry.

This is an opportunity to develop across the full technical and commercial lifecycle, from laboratory and pilot-scale flotation test work through to process design, equipment selection, commissioning, optimisation and customer support.

This role offers something broader than a traditional site or laboratory Metallurgist position. You will have the opportunity to combine metallurgy, engineering, problem-solving and customer engagement, developing practical flotation solutions while building strong technical and commercial capability.

You will be responsible for:

• Delivering flotation test work across laboratory, pilot and industrial programs, including test planning, supervision, data analysis and technical reporting
• Developing practical process solutions using metallurgical principles, equipment sizing, process calculations and flotation technology selection
• Getting hands-on in the field, supporting commissioning, troubleshooting, process optimisation and technical assessments at customer operations
• Supporting real mining projects, preparing PFDs, P&IDs, instrument lists, data sheets, technical proposals and equipment recommendations
• Working directly with customers, understanding their processing challenges and identifying opportunities to improve metallurgical performance
• Building your commercial experience, contributing to quotations, proposals, technical presentations and new business opportunities

Requirements

You will bring:

• A degree in Metallurgy, Mineral Processing or Chemical Engineering
• Around 2+ years' mining industry experience as a Metallurgist
• Experience or practical knowledge of froth flotation and gold leaching processes
• Knowledge of laboratory sample preparation and metallurgical testing equipment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability
• Confidence working with technical data and communicating your findings
• Experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and ideally Visio and AutoCAD
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• A valid driver's licence

To be considered, please provide a cover letter and 5 reasons why we should hire you.

Benefits

At Eriez, you will join a global leader known for innovation, reliability, and world-class engineering. We offer:

• A supportive, collaborative team culture
• Opportunities for professional development
• True regional ownership and autonomy
• Opportunity to combine technical expertise with commercial contribution
• Long-term career growth within a respected industry leader

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