Introduction

Brunel is seeking a Project Metallurgist for a direct-hire opportunity with our client in Tucson, Arizona.

What are you going to do 

Brunel is seeking a Project Metallurgist for a direct-hire opportunity with our client in Tucson, Arizona. Reporting to the Chief Metallurgist, this role will support pre-feasibility and project development studies by coordinating metallurgical test work programs, managing external laboratories and consultants, and ensuring testing is completed safely, on schedule, and within budget. Regular travel to metallurgical testing facilities and occasional domestic/international travel (up to 25%) is required. This position is offered as a hybrid wfh/office and site visits, must be local to Tucson area.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage and coordinate metallurgical test work programs supporting PFS and project development activities.
  • Act as the primary liaison between project teams, laboratories, consultants, and engineering contractors.
  • Oversee testing scopes, schedules, budgets, sample selection, and shipments.
  • Monitor laboratory performance, QA/QC compliance, and testing progress.
  • Review results, identify risks and opportunities, and provide technical recommendations.
  • Prepare technical reports, presentations, and management updates.
  • Support planning, budgeting, forecasting, and tracking of metallurgical programs.
  • Promote safe work practices and ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards.

Essential skills and knowledge 

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Mineral Processing, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline.
  • Experience managing metallurgical test work programs for mining projects or operating assets.
  • Strong knowledge of copper heap leach testing and operations, including column leaching, bottle rolls, agglomeration, acid consumption, ore characterization, and recovery optimization.
  • Understanding of SX/EW and hydrometallurgical processes; copper flotation experience is a plus.
  • Experience working with commercial laboratories, engineering firms, and consultants.
  • Strong project management, budgeting, scheduling, organizational, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Experience supporting PFS, FS, or other project development studies
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and technical reporting tools.
  • Willingness to travel up to 25%.
  • MUST be eligible to work in the U.S. for any employer without the need for sponsorship.

Ideal Candidate: A hands-on metallurgical professional with strong project management skills and experience driving test work programs from planning through execution while maintaining quality, budget, and schedule commitments.

What we offer

Offer:

This opportunity offers a competitive base salary along with a comprehensive benefits package, participation in a company-sponsored 401(k) plan, paid time off, potential relocation assistance, and additional employee benefits.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Closing: 14 August 2026

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Do you have questions?

Vacancy reference: PR-293481

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Corporate recruiter

Cindy King

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Application process

First Contact

We carefully review your application and in the coming weeks, you will be notified for an interview session if you are selected. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7 days.

Scheduling an Interview

After being shortlisted, you will be contacted via email or telephone to arrange for a date on your availability for the qualification interview.

Phone/ Qualification Interview

During the interview, you will be assessed on your level of experience and skills, work history, availability, and the qualifications the company is seeking for the position.

Meeting in Real Life

After successfully making through the phone interview, a face to face interview will be scheduled between the candidate and recruiter. This session can be a more in-depth  interview to review your communication and interpersonal skills.

Application for the Position

Submission of candidates resume for client’s approval and screening.

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