Process Engineer, Process Applications and Hydrocyclones

Introduction

We are seeking a Process Engineer, Process Applications and Hydrocyclones to join the Pumps Business Line in Sala. In this role, you will provide process engineering expertise and application support across mining and minerals processing applications, with a primary focus on hydrocyclone technology and classification processes. You will help customers optimize process performance, improve operational efficiency, and achieve sustainable outcomes through technically sound process solutions.

As a key technical expert, you will collaborate with colleagues and customers globally, supporting process design, equipment selection, troubleshooting, application development, and knowledge-sharing initiatives. In this position, you will report to the Application Manager, Pumps Business Line.

The position involves regular interaction with customers and teams worldwide, and travel may be required.

Team you belong to

You will join a team of application and process experts dedicated to developing innovative slurry handling and classification solutions for the mining and minerals processing industries. Together, we support customers in improving productivity, process efficiency, water management, and operational performance.

The team works closely with product management, proposal teams, sales organizations, R&D, engineering, service teams, and customers around the world. We value collaboration, technical excellence, continuous learning, and knowledge sharing. Our team members are located across multiple regions, creating a truly global and diverse working environment.

What you'll do

. Provide process engineering support for complex customer applications involving hydrocyclones, pumps, valves, slurry hoses, and related equipment.

. Act as the subject matter expert for hydrocyclone applications within the Pumps Business Line.

. Support hydrocyclone sizing, selection, performance analysis, optimization, and troubleshooting activities.

. Analyze process data, particle size distributions, laboratory results, and operational performance information.

. Develop process calculations, mass balances, water balances, and performance assessments.

. Collaborate with sales, proposal, product management, engineering, and R&D teams to develop customer-focused solutions.

. Create and deliver technical training, case studies, application stories, and customer-facing materials.

. Contribute to the development of engineering tools, digital solutions, best practices, and knowledge management initiatives.

Who you are

. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Mineral Processing Engineering, Process Engineering, or related discipline.

. Experience working in mining, minerals processing, classification, slurry handling, or other relevant process industries.

. Strong knowledge of hydrocyclone technology and classification processes.

. Good understanding of slurry transport systems, pumps, valves, piping systems, and associated equipment.

. Experience in process engineering, application engineering, technical sales support, or operational process support.

. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to transform data into practical recommendations.

. Excellent communication and presentation skills in English.

. Ability to collaborate effectively across functions, cultures, and geographical regions.

What's in it for you

. An inspiring purpose - Enabling sustainable modern life. Minerals and metals are the backbone of essential functions in the modern world. However, there's a pressing need for more sustainable solutions to collect and process them. At Metso, you get to be part of transforming the industry and making a positive change.

. Wellbeing and safety - Benefit from occupational healthcare, generous benefits plan, healthy living rewards, mental well-being services, bicycle benefits, and engagement surveys.

. Compensation and rewards - Global incentive program tied to business and performance targets, car benefits, and meal benefits.

. Hybrid working possibilities - While we are big advocates of meeting and collaborating in person, we believe in fostering a flexible work environment.

. A thriving culture - We are committed to developing an inclusive culture that enables everyone to do their best and reach their full potential. A culture that is courageous, compelling, and caring, and unites our people to build a sustainable future together.

. Extensive learning opportunities - Ongoing growth dialogues, internal mobility, mentoring programs, education assistance, ambitious projects, and global opportunities.

. Worldwide support - Leverage our network of peers across the world, offering valuable assistance. We get things done together, through open and honest communication.