Senior Engineer – Pyrometallurgy

Recruiter:

Lusapho Professonal Services

Job Ref:

SEP22062026

Date posted:

Monday, June 22, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

Annual

SUMMARY:
Pyrometallurgy Senior Pyrometallurgy

POSITION INFO:
Our client, a leading global engineering consultancy within the minerals processing sector are seeking an experienced Senior Engineer - Pyrometallurgy to join a high-performing team delivering innovative process engineering solutions across complex, large-scale projects. This role offers exposure to global projects, advanced furnace technologies, and cutting-edge process optimisation within a consulting engineering environment. Key Responsibilities Process Engineering & Design • Provide specialist pyrometallurgical process engineering input across multiple projects. • Develop and review: o Process Design Basis and Design Criteria o Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) o Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) o Process, Operation and Control (POC) philosophies • Conduct phase chemistry analysis, including slag and metal behaviour. • Support furnace design, operation, start-up, and idling strategies. Project Delivery • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including: o Engineers o Designers o Project Managers • Contribute to project execution, timelines, and deliverables. • Ensure technical outputs meet quality, safety, and client standards. Technical Leadership & Mentorship • Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers. • Review and ensure the quality of technical work across the team. • Contribute to building internal capability within the pyrometallurgy discipline. Client & Industry Engagement • Prepare and present technical reports and presentations to clients. • Engage with stakeholders across global project environments. • Participate in industry conferences, seminars, and knowledge-sharing platforms. • Contribute to technical papers and publications where applicable. Safety & Compliance • Promote and adhere to a strong safety culture in both office and site environments. • Ensure compliance with all relevant engineering and operational standards. Requirements: BSc Engineering in Chemical or Metallurgical Engineering 8 - 15 years' experience in pyrometallurgy Proven experience in: Process design Plant operations and\/or consulting engineering Exposure to furnace operations and design highly advantageous Technical Skills Pyrometallurgical processes Furnace technologies Slag and metal chemistry Experience with process modelling tools advantageous

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