Process Engineer I in Mills

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About Us

Are you ready to be part of a team that is bringing revolutionary technology to the remediation industries?

DISA Technologies is revolutionizing mineral recovery with our patented High-Pressure Slurry Ablation (HPSA) technology—an innovative solution that upgrades critical minerals from mined ore and legacy waste. Serving both the mining and remediation sectors, we recover valuable resources that power industry, strengthen energy independence, and restore contaminated sites to productive use. Our technology unlocks economic and environmental value, transforming how the world processes, remediates, and recycles essential mineral assets.

Job Summary

The Process Engineer will play a key role in developing, testing, and optimizing DISA’s innovative HPSA technology for minerals processing, tailings remediation, and resource recovery. This role involves heavy lab work supporting the future design and execution of process experiments, generating high-quality data, and providing engineering insights to advance commercialization across multiple market applications. The Process Engineer will collaborate closely with internal teams, consultants, and strategic partners to support R&D, pilot campaigns, and field deployments. The successful candidate will thrive in a dynamic start-up environment, wearing multiple hats and contributing to many areas of business development.

Education/ Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Mining, Chemical, Metallurgical, or Minerals Processing Engineering (or equivalent discipline) required.
• Experience in mining, minerals processing, and operating lab equipment but not required.

Supervisor

Senior Process Engineer, unless otherwise designated.

Typical Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Design and execute laboratory and pilot-scale test campaigns, generating robust data sets and comprehensive technical reports.
• Structure experimental designs across a variety of mineral and waste materials to validate process performance and scalability.
• Provide process engineering support for system integration, equipment selection, and flowsheet development.
• Participate in customer engagements, site visits, and technical presentations to communicate process capabilities and results.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, including safety, quality, and environmental performance in all process-related activities.
• Stay current with emerging trends and technologies in minerals processing, remediation, and resource recovery to drive innovation.
• Abide by all policies and procedures established by DISA.
• Attend and participate in all required safety trainings.
• Assist with any task required by the direct supervisor.

Requirements

Required Skills

• Strong understanding of chemical, mechanical, or process engineering principles.
• Hands-on experience with laboratory testing methods, instrumentation, and sample analysis.
• Knowledge of process design, optimization, and troubleshooting in a lab-to-production environment.
• Familiarity with statistical process control (SPC), data analysis, and experimental design (DOE).
• Experience developing and validating process parameters using lab-scale testing.
• Understanding of safety protocols (OSHA, EPA, or equivalent) and lab best practices.
• Proficiency with engineering software (e.g., Aspen, MATLAB, Minitab, AutoCAD, or similar).
• Knowledge of scale-up from laboratory/pilot testing to full production processes.
• Apply strong analytical and problem-solving skills to manage multiple projects effectively.
• Communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing, to collaborate with colleagues, stakeholders, and clients.
• Organize and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines while managing multiple projects.
• Collaborate effectively as part of a team, supporting shared goals and fostering positive relationships.
• Adapt to dynamic environments and identify solutions to challenges with flexibility and problem-solving skills.
• Maintain professionalism with high attention to detail, reliability, accountability, and accuracy in all work deliverables.
• Uphold and demonstrate DISA’s Values of Dedication, Innovation, Sustainability, and Accelerate Change.
• Ability to follow safety protocols and maintain compliance with OSHA/MSHA and company safety standards.
• Be a valid U.S. or legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Possess a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to sit and/ or stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally.
• Must be able to interact with people and technology while either standing or sitting.
• To best service our customers, all employees must be able to communicate face-to-face and on the phone with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to travel up to 25%.
• Must be able to perform repetitive tasks such as typing.

DISA Technologies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to , , , , , , , or genetics.

Benefits

• Bonus Pool

• 401(k) with matching up to 4%
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Professional Development

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