Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or equivalent required
Three years of experience in metallurgical or chemical engineering required
Preferred experience in heap leach metallurgy
Required knowledge of metallurgical principles and process optimization
Strong analytical skills for operational and environmental issue resolution
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Proven safety record and commitment to safety and production goals
Responsibilities
Collaborate with production and maintenance teams to ensure environmental compliance and safe operations
Manage projects from design to commissioning
Develop automation for data collection
Provide technical support and analysis to stakeholders
Propose process improvements for strategic business planning
Create and maintain leaching and solution management plans
Analyze metallurgical test work and update recovery curves
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
401k retirement plan with employer contribution and match
Paid time off and company-sponsored medical clinics
Company match share purchase program
Opportunities for professional growth and learning
Access to various career opportunities within the organization
Full Job Description
Job Description
Position Description:
Would you like to have a career with a collaborative, divers, and dynamic mining company. We have an exciting opportunity for you! Our people division is growing, and we are looking for a Metallurgist at our Carlin Process operations for our Heap Leach Facility.
Responsibilities:
Work closely with production and maintenance supervision along with other outside departments to ensure environmental compliance and safe functionality of the plant operation and maintaining of equipment.
Work on projects through all aspects of experimental design, engineering, forecasting, funding, construction, and commissioning
Continue to develop automation of data collection
Provide technical assistance and analysis to process group stakeholders
Be familiar with strategic business planning and propose process improvements to maximize cash flow
Create and maintain leaching plans, solution management plans
Analyze metallurgical test work and update recovery curves
Work with computers and associated programs like Excel, PowerPoint, Jigsaw, Pi, GoldSim
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or equivalent Process-related degree required
Three (3) years experience in metallurgical or chemical engineering role required
Experience in heap leach metallurgy preferred
Knowledge of the principles and methods used in metallurgical and processing analysis, have some practical application, and process optimization experience required
Ability to research, analyze information and draw conclusions, take action to resolve operational, environmental issues, permit compliance, and problem resolution from an operating plan status required
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills required
Proven safety record and ability to support work group in achievements of safety, environmental, and production goals required
Ability to perform the essential functions of this position required
What We Can Offer You
A comprehensive compensation package including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plan with national provider networks, a 401k retirement plan with employer contribution AND employer match, paid time off, company-sponsored medical clinics, company match share purchase program, and much more!
Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.
Endless opportunities to grow and learn with industry colleagues.
Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organization.
Thank you for your application, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
About the Team
Nevada Gold Mines (NGM) is a joint venture between Barrick (61.5%) and Newmont (38.5%) that combined our significant assets across Nevada in 2019 to create the single largest gold-producing complex in the world. NGM produces approximately 3.5 million ounces of gold a year. The massive mining operation comprises eight mines along with their associated infrastructure and processing facilities and hosts three of Barrick's Tier One assets: Carlin, Cortez, and Turquoise Ridge. At NGM, our mission is to be the world's most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and owning the best assets, with the best people, to deliver sustainable returns for our owners and partners.
About Barrick Gold Corporation
Barrick Gold Corporation is a mining company that specializes in the production of gold and copper. The company was founded in 1983 by Peter Munk and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada. Barrick Gold operates mines and advanced exploration and development projects on five continents. The company's main focus is on gold, but it also produces copper. Barrick Gold is committed to responsible mining practices and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact and improve the lives of people in the communities where it operates. The company has faced criticism in the past for its environmental and social practices, but has taken steps to address these concerns.
