Junior Metallurgist / Engineer

Job highlights

• Required Qualifications
• BTech / MTech in Metallurgy,Extractive Metallurgy,Materials Science,or a related engineering discipline. . 1-3 years of relevant experience in metallurgy,mineral processing,hydrometallurgy,laboratory testing,or process engineering.

Job Summary

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Metallurgist /Engineer to support technical evaluation and process development activities for our Rare Earth Elements (REE) Business Unit. The role will involve assisting with metallurgical process assessments, coordinating laboratory and plant activities, conducting testing and analysis, and maintaining technical documentation. The ideal candidate will have a foundational understanding of metallurgical processes, strong analytical skills, and an interest in rare earth elements, extractive metallurgy, and hydrometallurgical technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Process Evaluation: Support the evaluation of metallurgical processes, extraction methods, separation techniques, and material recovery routes.
• Laboratory Coordination: Coordinate laboratory testing, sample preparation, chemical analysis, and experimental activities in collaboration with internal teams and external laboratories.
• Plant Partner Coordination: Assist with technical coordination with processing facilities, manufacturing partners, and suppliers to gather process data and monitor activities.
• Testing Analysis: Support the analysis of raw materials, concentrates, intermediates, and finished products to assess composition, purity, impurities, and recovery performance.
• Technical Data Collection: Collect and organize process parameters, test results, material balances, recovery data, and other relevant technical information.
• Process Documentation: Prepare and maintain technical reports, laboratory records, test summaries, process evaluation sheets, and other engineering documentation.
• Product Specifications: Assist in preparing and reviewing product specifications, quality parameters, testing protocols, and technical acceptance criteria.
• Research Technical Support: Conduct technical research on rare earth processing, extractive metallurgy, hydrometallurgy, and emerging separation technologies.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with senior metallurgists, sourcing, operations, quality, and business teams to support technical assessments and project execution.
• Safety Compliance: Follow applicable laboratory safety procedures, material-handling requirements, and environmental and operational guidelines.

Required Qualifications

• B.Tech / M.Tech in Metallurgy, Extractive Metallurgy, Materials Science, or a related engineering discipline.
• 1-3 years of relevant experience in metallurgy, mineral processing, hydrometallurgy, laboratory testing, or process engineering.
• Basic understanding of metallurgical processes, material characterization, and chemical or physical separation techniques.
• Exposure to laboratory testing, sample preparation, process data analysis, or plant operations.
• Familiarity with technical documentation, data interpretation, and report preparation.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and other basic data analysis tools.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and willingness to learn.
• Exposure to rare earth elements, extractive metallurgy, or hydrometallurgical processes will be an advantage.

Skills

• manufacturing
• metallurgical

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