About the RoleThe Senior Project Metallurgist partners closely with the Manager, Processing & Metallurgy to deliver metallurgical characterization and process engineering for the Nevada Projects portfolio. This role serves as the technical execution lead for study-phase metallurgy-overseeing representative sample selection, managing metallurgical testwork programs, and performing rigorous technical reviews of EPCM engineering deliverables to support robust and defensible process flowsheet development.
Key ResponsibilitiesProject Metallurgy & Study Delivery- Lead metallurgical scope for scoping-level concept studies and play a key role in Pre-Feasibility (PFS) and Feasibility Studies (FS) in alignment with stage-gate requirements.
- Author and compile metallurgy and processing sections of technical study reports.
- Ensure metallurgical deliverables meet project governance, quality, and decision-readiness standards.
Metallurgical Testwork & Sampling- Design, manage, and execute comprehensive metallurgical testwork programs in collaboration with external laboratories.
- Select representative samples through detailed review of historical testwork and geological block models.
- Manage sample collection, logistics, and laboratory coordination.
- Review, validate, and interpret laboratory data to ensure alignment with project objectives and flowsheet development.
Process Design & Engineering Review- Perform detailed technical reviews of EPCM engineering deliverables, including process design criteria, PFDs, P&IDs, general arrangements, and equipment lists.
- Work closely with EPCM contractors and specialty consultants to review, challenge, and approve metallurgical design packages.
- Lead technical and economic trade-off studies to support process selection and optimization.
Cost, Performance & Operational Readiness Support- Support development of CAPEX and OPEX estimates, reagent consumption forecasts, recovery models, and operating philosophies.
- Build and refine process operating models using advanced data analysis and specialized software.
- Support Operational Readiness planning for PFS and FS phases to ensure smooth transition into execution.
Safety, Compliance & Collaboration- Ensure all metallurgical study and testwork activities comply with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
- Promote safe execution of metallurgical programs and site-based activities.
- Collaborate effectively with Engineering, Mining, Geology, Project Controls, and Corporate Metallurgy teams.
Requirements- Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related process discipline (required).
- Advanced degree or specialized postgraduate training preferred.
- Proficiency with metallurgical and engineering software platforms.
- 5-7 years of experience in project metallurgy, mineral processing, or ore processing operations.
- Experience supporting metallurgical scope across multiple project phases preferred.
- Background in gold processing operations desirable, including HPGR, heap leaching, or filtered tailings systems.
- Proven ability to work within multidisciplinary project teams.
- Strong understanding of metallurgical testwork programs and scale-up principles.
- Familiarity with gold processing flowsheets, including flotation, pressure oxidation, and atmospheric oxidation.
- Strong technical writing, reporting, and presentation skills.
- Ability to analyze complex datasets, draw sound conclusions, and support technical decision-making.
- Demonstrated sound judgment and accountability in high-impact technical decisions.
- Strong awareness of safety, health, and environmental requirements.
- Ability to work independently within established governance and standards.
- Collaborative mindset with a willingness to mentor and support team development.
- Awareness of cultural and community considerations in mine development.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
- Valid driver's license required; travel to project sites expected.
AngloGold Ashanti Limitedwww.anglogoldashanti.com
BENEFITS: AngloGold Ashanti North America (AGANA) offers a competitive benefits package to include company paid medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums; flexible spending accounts; 401(k) retirement plan with employer match; vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays. Other ancillary benefits include employer paid basic life, accidental death and dismemberment, short-term and long-term disability insurance, wellbeing reimbursement program, tuition reimbursement and a host of other benefits. AGANA recognizes the need for work life balance and offers a flexible/hybrid work schedule to employees. Eligible employees will participate in the annual short-term and long-term incentive plans. All benefits are subject to the applicable eligibility and program/plan terms and conditions and may be modified or terminated at AGANA's sole discretion.
Requisition ID: 29860
Category: Processing
Posting Salary: Market Related
