Process Engineer - Dry Processing

Omya · Egerkingen

RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead process optimization and operational excellence initiatives across dry mineral processing operations to improve efficiency, reliability, throughput, and cost performance.
Provide process engineering support for CAPEX projects, including process design, flowsheet development, equipment selection, equipment sizing, commissioning, and start-up activities.
Actively contribute to the development and industrialization of innovative process technologies and new products.
Analyze plant performance, conduct troubleshooting and root-cause analyses, and implement sustainable process improvements.
Drive data-driven process optimization using advanced analytics, digital monitoring tools, process modelling, and statistical analysis techniques.
Collaborate with global teams across Operations, Engineering, Procurement, Sustainability, and R&D to deliver technical solutions.
Develop and maintain process standards, design guidelines, and best practices while promoting cross-site knowledge sharing.
Provide technical leadership and coaching to engineers and plant teams.
Support sustainability initiatives through energy efficiency improvements, emissions reduction, waste minimization, and safe operating practices.

TECHNICAL EXPERTISE

Experience in one or more of the following areas:

Grinding and comminution
Air classification and particle size control
Bulk material handling and conveying systems
Thermal processing technologies (drying, calcination, combustion systems, heat transfer)

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Minerals Processing, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
5+ years of experience in process engineering, mineral processing, or industrial manufacturing.
Strong understanding of dry mineral processing operations and process optimization.
Experience supporting CAPEX projects from concept development through commissioning.
Experience with process data analytics, digitalization initiatives, process monitoring systems, simulation tools, statistical analysis, or advanced process control is highly valued.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Fluent in English.
Willingness to travel internationally (approximately 30%).

CONTACT

Daniel Bolliger, HR Business Partner