Mineral Process Engineer

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Battelle’s work is grounded in the belief that science, technology, and a passion for excellence can make industries more competitive and the world a better place.
We are currently seeking a Mineral Process Engineer.
This position is located in Albany, OR.
Job Summary The selected candidate will join our team on the National Energy Technology (NETL) Research Support Services (RSS) Contract.
This opportunity will allow side by side execution of research with world-class scientists and engineers using state of the art equipment to contribute to new areas of basic and applied research.
The successful candidate will participate in studies relating to research on the beneficiation of critical mineral ore bodies in conventional and unconventional resources (including magnetic, gravity, flotation separations), the design of extractive flowsheet processes (including hydrometallurgical and pyrometallurgical routes), and experimental geochemistry reactions of targeted ore bodies and gangue minerals.
The ideal candidate will have a background in mineral processing, metallurgical extractions, and process mineralogy.
The employee will also have demonstrated research experience and publication record, including technical reports or peer-reviewed manuscripts.
This is an on-site position, on-site every day.
Responsibilities Characterize target ore body and gangue minerals within specific and typified feedstocks.
Test and evaluate beneficiation techniques for target ore bodies, including, but not limited to, gravity, magnetic, heavy liquid, flotation separations.
Evaluate process mineralogy and geochemical datasets to design mineral processing flowsheets.
Assist in metallurgical extractions which could include hydrometallurgical, pyrometallurgical, electrochemical methods.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary group of science researchers to accomplish project tasks.
Create and deliver oral, poster presentations of results in meetings and at technical conferences/workshops.
Effectively document and communicate scientific results through peer-review journal manuscripts and technical reports.
Key Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering, Metallurgy, Mineral Processing, Materials Engineering, Geology or other related field with 2 years of experience or Master’s degree in related field.
Experience with gravity separation (Wilfley or other concentrating table, spiral concentrators), magnetic separation (wet high intensity).
Experience in working with hard-rock ore bodies.
Must be able to meet the requirements for gaining access to work on the NETL campus.
Must be a U.
S.
Citizen.
Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in Mining Engineering, Metallurgy, Mineral Processing, Materials Engineering, Geology or other related field.
Background in metallurgy and/or minerals processing.
Experience with minerals processing heavy equipment, including crushers, grinding rolls, ball/rod mills.
Familiarity with process mineralogy to inform flowsheet designs Familiarity with analytical techniques such as x-ray fluorescence, scanning electron microscopy energy dispersive spectroscopy Experience handling and processing large geochemical datasets.
Benefits: Live an Extraordinary Life We care about your well-being, not just on the job.
Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.
Balance life through a compressed work schedule: Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off—giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.
Take time to recharge: You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.
Prioritize wellness: Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.
Better together: Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.
Build your financial future: Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan.
For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.
Advance your education: Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.
Flexible work arrangements: You have options for where you work and when you work.
A Work Environment Where You Succeed For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity’s most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world.
You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to: Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery Collaborate with world-class experts in an inclusive environment Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders Give back to and improve our communities Vaccinations & Safety Protocols Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients’ requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated.
If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws).
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We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law.
Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives.
We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle.
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