Hydrometallurgical Engineer

Requisition ID:  99649  Job Category:  Metals  Location:  Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa    Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining , energy , and infrastructure , our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you. Environment , People, and Place shape projects that are sustainable, resilient, and people-focused. We bring environmental intelligence and community-centered deisgn to every stage, creating places that thrive socially, economically, and ecologically.  The Opportunity We are seeking a highly motivated Hydrometallurgical Engineer to join our Johannesburg office. The successful candidate will contribute to the delivery of world-class hydrometallurgical projects across Africa and globally, supporting studies, process design, engineering, commissioning, and optimization activities. This role offers exposure to a broad range of commodities including copper, nickel, cobalt, uranium, zinc, manganese, precious metals, lithium, and battery materials while working alongside experienced technical specialists and project teams Key Responsibilities Contribute to hydrometallurgical process design for study and execution projects. Develop and maintain Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), Process Design Criteria (PDCs), and Process Design Basis (PDB) documentation. Perform mass and energy balance calculations using process modelling software. Assist with equipment sizing, specification development, and process calculations. Participate in trade-off studies, process optimization, and technology evaluations. Support development of capital cost (CAPEX) and operating cost (OPEX) estimates. Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams including mechanical, piping, electrical, instrumentation, civil, and project services. Support commissioning, start-up, and operational readiness activities. Conduct process simulations using platforms such as METSIM, SysCAD, or equivalent. Participate in technical reviews, hazard studies, and client presentations. Assist with preparation of technical reports and feasibility study documentation. Support business development initiatives through technical input and proposal preparation. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Delivery of engineering work within agreed quality, cost, and schedule requirements. Accuracy and completeness of process design deliverables. Compliance with Hatch safety, quality, and technical standards. Effective contribution to multidisciplinary project teams. Successful…