Ingeniero/a Principal de Procesos (Concentrador)
- Utiliza tu experiencia en plantas concentradoras de gran escala para influir en decisiones técnicas que generan valor y mejoran el desempeño operacional.
- Trabaja junto a referentes técnicos de la industria, aportando criterio, liderazgo e influencia para impulsar mejoras sostenibles en procesos y proyectos.
- Desarrolla tu carrera en una organización global, con acceso a redes de especialistas, aprendizaje continuo y exposición a operaciones de clase mundial.
- Encontramos mejores maneras™ de proporcionar los materiales que el mundo necesita, ahora y en el futuro. Nuestros valores – cuidado, coraje y curiosidad – guían nuestra forma de trabajar y cómo nos tratamos.
Sobre el puesto
Buscamos una profesional Principal Engineer – Process con sólida experiencia en procesos de concentradora para apoyar los intereses de Rio Tinto en Minera Escondida. Reportando al Technical Manager, esta posición combina excelencia técnica, influencia organizacional y colaboración con equipos multidisciplinarios para impulsar mejoras operacionales y de proyectos.
Lo que estarás haciendo
- Participar en revisiones técnicas y procesos de aseguramiento de iniciativas de concentradora, aportando recomendaciones fundamentadas para mejorar el diseño, la ejecución y los resultados esperados.
- Identificar oportunidades y riesgos junto a los equipos operacionales, conectando las mejores prácticas de Rio Tinto con los desafíos locales.
- Evaluar iniciativas de capital y mejoras operacionales mediante análisis técnico, interacción con especialistas y revisión de supuestos de negocio y desempeño.
- Influir en decisiones técnicas y de inversión mediante recomendaciones sólidas respaldadas por experiencia operacional y datos de proceso.
- Promover iniciativas que incrementen la recuperación, productividad y confiabilidad de la planta concentradora.
- Movilizar redes internas de especialistas para apoyar la ejecución y el seguimiento de iniciativas estratégicas.
- Analizar datos históricos y actuales de planta para identificar oportunidades de optimización y resolver desafíos complejos de proceso.
- Representar a Rio Tinto en foros de excelencia técnica, impulsando el intercambio de conocimiento y la adopción de prácticas exitosas.
Sobre ti
Buscamos una persona cuya experiencia se alinee con los requisitos clave que se detallan a continuación. No necesitas cumplir todos los criterios de “Será valorado” para postularte: si cuentas con experiencia relevante y te entusiasma la oportunidad, te invitamos a presentar tu candidatura.
Requisitos esenciales
- Compromiso con tu seguridad y la de tu equipo.
- Título en Ingeniería Metalúrgica, Procesamiento de Minerales, Ingeniería Química o disciplina afín.
- Más de 10 años de experiencia en procesamiento de minerales, con sólido conocimiento de operaciones de concentradoras de gran escala.
- Experiencia en optimización de circuitos de molienda y flotación y en gestión de relaves.
- Experiencia en operaciones y/o proyectos brownfield vinculados a plantas concentradoras.
- Capacidad comprobada para influir y generar consenso sin autoridad directa, interactuando con líderes técnicos y operacionales senior.
- Dominio de español e inglés, con excelentes habilidades de comunicación oral y escrita.
- Capacidad para analizar información compleja, sustentar posiciones técnicas con evidencia y participar en debates técnicos de alto nivel.
Será valorado
- Experiencia previa en operaciones de concentradora o grandes operaciones de cobre.
- Conocimiento de prácticas de mantenimiento y desempeño de activos en concentradoras de gran capacidad.
- Experiencia trabajando en entornos multiculturales y adaptando mejores prácticas globales a contextos operacionales latinoamericanos.
Qué ofrecemos
- La oportunidad de desempeñar un rol clave en un proyecto estratégico con impacto significativo en el crecimiento de Rio Tinto y el futuro de la minería en Argentina.
- Reconocimiento por tu contribución, liderazgo e impacto. Un entorno laboral donde la seguridad es siempre la máxima prioridad.
- Un paquete de remuneración competitivo con incentivos anuales para empleados/as elegibles.
- Apoyo continuo para el bienestar personal y profesional para ti y tu familia.
- Programa de acciones para empleados de Rio Tinto.
- Programa de Asistencia al Empleado.
- Licencias para todas las etapas de la vida (vacaciones, licencia parental, licencia médica).
**English versión**
Principal Engineer – Process (Concentrator)
- Use your experience in large-scale concentrator plants to influence technical decisions that create value and improve operational performance.
- Work alongside industry-leading technical experts, applying your judgment, leadership and influence to drive sustainable improvements in processes and projects.
- Grow your career in a global organisation with access to expert networks, continuous learning and exposure to world-class operations.
We’re Finding Better Ways™ to provide materials the world needs, now and in the future. Our values – care, courage and curiosity – guide how we work and how we treat each other.
About the role
We are looking for a Principal Engineer – Process with strong concentrator process expertise to support Rio Tinto’s interests in Minera Escondida. Reporting to the Technical Manager, this role combines technical excellence, organisational influence and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams to drive operational and project improvements.
What you’ll be doing
- Participate in technical reviews and assurance processes for concentrator initiatives, providing sound recommendations to improve design, execution and expected outcomes.
- Identify opportunities and risks with operational teams, connecting Rio Tinto best practices with local operational challenges.
- Evaluate capital initiatives and operational improvements through technical analysis, engagement with subject matter experts and review of business and performance assumptions.
- Influence technical and investment decisions through well-supported recommendations based on operational experience and process data.
- Promote initiatives that improve concentrator recovery, productivity and plant reliability.
- Mobilise internal specialist networks to support the execution and follow-up of strategic initiatives.
- Analyse historical and current plant data to identify optimisation opportunities and resolve complex process challenges.
- Represent Rio Tinto in technical excellence forums, fostering knowledge sharing and the adoption of successful practices.
About you
We’re looking for someone whose experience aligns with the key requirements below. You do not need to meet every ‘helpful for success’ item to apply – if you bring relevant experience and are excited by the opportunity, we encourage you to submit an application.
Required for Success
- A commitment to the safety of yourself and your team.
- A degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Mineral Processing, Chemical Engineering or a related discipline.
- More than 10 years of mineral processing experience, including strong knowledge of large-scale concentrator operations.
- Experience optimising grinding and flotation circuits and supporting tailings management.
- Experience in operations and/or brownfield projects associated with concentrator plants.
- Proven ability to influence and build alignment without direct authority while engaging senior technical and operational leaders.
- Fluency in English and Spanish, with strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to analyse complex information, support technical positions with evidence and contribute to senior-level technical discussions.
Helpful for Success
- Previous experience in concentrator operations or large-scale copper operations.
- Knowledge of maintenance practices and asset performance in high-capacity concentrator plants.
- Experience working in multicultural environments and translating global best practices into Latin American operating contexts.
What we offer
- The opportunity to play a key role in a strategic project with significant impact on Rio Tinto's growth and the future of mining in Argentina.
- Recognition for your contribution, leadership, and impact.
- A workplace where safety is always the highest priority.
- A competitive remuneration package, including annual incentive opportunities for eligible employees.
- Ongoing support for your personal and professional wellbeing, as well as that of your family.
- Rio Tinto Employee Share Programme.
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
- Leave benefits supporting all stages of life, including annual leave, parental leave, and medical leave.
About Rio Tinto
Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive.
We have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents. Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs – striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards. But we can’t do it on our own, so we’re focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win situations and meet opportunities.
Respect and Inclusion
At Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, women, the LGBTQ+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds.
We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or anything else that makes us different.
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Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminum, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive.
We have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents. Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs—striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards. But we can’t do it on our own, so we’re focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win and meet opportunities.
At Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, women, the LGBTQ+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities, and people from different cultural backgrounds.
We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable being themselves. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes us who we are.
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Where can Rio Tinto take you?
You’re passionate and ambitious with tremendous career aspirations. The breadth and growth of our organisation empowers you to define your ideal career path.
Take a look at Katie’s career journey
Take a look at Katie’s career journey
- 2022 - PresentManager Projects - Energy DevelopmentBrisbane, Queensland, Australia
- 2021Superintendent Operations CentreBrisbane, Queensland, Australia
- 2020Development / Drill and Blast SuperintendentPilbara, Western Australia
- 2019Deputy Quarry ManagerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2018Development SupervisorPilbara, Western Australia
- 2017Senior Engineer of Drill, Blast and SurveyPilbara, Western Australia
- 2016Production EngineerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2015Mine scheduler - 2 week plannerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2014Drill and Blast EngineerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2012Graduate Mining EngineerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2022 – PresentManager Projects – Energy DevelopmentBrisbane, Queensland, Australia
- 2021Superintendent Operations CentreBrisbane, Queensland, Australia
- 2020Development / Drill and Blast SuperintendentPilbara, Western Australia
- 2019Deputy Quarry ManagerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2018Development SupervisorPilbara, Western Australia
- 2017Senior Engineer of Drill, Blast and SurveyPilbara, Western Australia
- 2016Production EngineerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2015Mine scheduler – 2 week plannerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2014Drill and Blast EngineerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2012Graduate Mining EngineerPilbara, Western Australia
Working at Rio Tinto
Help us deliver the materials that make human progress possible.
The plane you’re flying in just landed. You fire up your phone and get your laptop out of the overhead bin. Immediately, you’re in work mode – thousands of miles from your office. Do you ever stop to think about all the materials that make life in the 21st century possible? At Rio Tinto, we discover, develop and deliver the materials that drive human progress. When you work with us, you’ll experience advantages you won’t find anywhere else.
Working in our Operations teams
The most important thing you’ll uncover is your own potential.
Working in Operations at Rio Tinto means you can make a hands-on difference in the discovery and delivery of the materials that make human progress possible. In return, we strive to help you achieve and even exceed your career goals. Join us and experience:
Our application process
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Apply
The first thing you’ll need to do is apply to the role. You can do this with your LinkedIn profile or you can upload your resume. We’ll also ask you to complete a few questions before you submit your application.
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Undergo assessments
Our assessments are designed to help us work out whether you are suitable for the role. We will let you know which ones you’ll need to complete.
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Interview(s)
Our interviews could be in person or online. It’s a great opportunity for us to get to know you a bit better, answer any of your questions and talk about the exciting career opportunity you have applied for.
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Offers and checks
At this stage, we will let you know if you have been successful. If you have been, we’ll need to conduct a couple of checks, such as a background or security check. You may also need to do a medical assessment depending on the role you have applied for.
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Join the Rio Tinto team
Once the checks have been completed, we’ll be in touch to talk with you about your start date and answer any questions you may have before you start with us.