Junior Engineer - Project Engineering

Description

Job Summary: An engineering professional for research, development, and optimization of mining processes, working on projects and technical support. Key Highlights: 1. Research and development of improvements in mining processes 2. Planning and execution of experiments at various scales 3. Technical support in solving chronic problems In line with our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we actively encourage applications from **women** for this position. Therefore, we encourage all qualified individuals to apply, regardless of gender, identity, or any other characteristic, and join our team for this role. We are a company that connects and integrates our business with society’s needs. This is how we develop mining—always connected to change, supported by committed, inspired, and continuously developing people. Join Nexa and be part of a mining industry that moves with the world! **Responsibilities and Duties** * Perform activities in accordance with safety, health, and environmental procedures, correctly using PPEs and collective protective equipment (CPEs), aiming for Zero Accidents; * Research new technologies and develop applicable improvements to mining processes; * Plan and execute experiments (laboratory-scale, pilot-scale, and industrial-scale); * Develop process flow diagrams and perform mass balance closure; * Provide information for preliminary equipment sizing; * Participate in reviewing pilot plant operational procedures, suggesting improvements based on data and evidence; * Critically analyze processes and propose improvements at laboratory-scale, pilot-scale, and industrial-scale; * Provide technical support through analyses and tests for developing studies and projects; * Validate production processes according to established technical specifications; * Address chronic problems with technical support to operations; * Support the project team in evaluating documents and defining technical scopes (FEL); * Ensure organization and cleanliness of work areas, following waste management and selective collection procedures; * Perform other activities as requested by management, aligned with the company’s policies, objectives, and goals; **Requirements and Qualifications** * Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, or Chemical Engineering; * Experience in planning and executing tests at laboratory-scale, pilot-scale, and industrial-scale, including interpretation of results; * Experience in developing process flow diagrams and mass balances; * Willingness to reside in Aripuanã/MT; **Desirable:** * Knowledge of and/or experience in mineral processing technologies; * Knowledge of project management methodology; * Familiarity with metallurgical software such as JKSimMet and METSIM; **Skills and Competencies:** * Proactive profile; * Teamwork ability; * Clear and objective communication; * Strong influencing capability; **Additional Information** ***Nexa believes in fostering a plural environment where everyone feels comfortable and confident being their authentic selves.*** We are one of the world’s largest zinc producers! With over 60 years of experience operating and developing mining and metallurgical assets, our purpose is to integrate mining into an ever-changing world as an opportunity for sustainable development. We operate eight sites across Brazil and Peru—including three refineries and five mines—such as Cerro Lindo, Peru’s largest underground zinc mine, and Cajamarquilla, the largest zinc refinery in the Americas. As a result, we account for 4% of global zinc production and are the only primary zinc metal producer in Latin America, excluding Mexico. We also produce copper, lead, silver, and gold as co-products. Nexa: Mining that changes with the world.