Ingeniero/a de Procesos
- Trabajá en el corazón de la producción de litio, impulsando la transición energética global.
- Aportá a la producción con tecnología avanzada.
- Formá parte de un equipo que prioriza la seguridad y promueve un entorno inclusivo.
- Ubicación: Salar de Olaroz, Jujuy. Roster 7×7
Información sobre el rol
Como Ingeniero/a de Procesos vas a tener un rol clave en la optimización y seguridad de nuestros procesos de producción. Vas a aportar tu experiencia técnica para analizar y mejorar procesos, acompañar nuevos proyectos y contribuir a una operación cada vez más segura, eficiente y confiable.
Como parte del equipo de Procesos, tus principales responsabilidades serán:
- Evaluar y analizar los procesos productivos, monitoreando variables críticas y datos operativos para identificar desvíos y oportunidades de optimización.
- Diseñar, implementar y dar seguimiento a mejoras de procesos, desde su concepción hasta la puesta en marcha, incluyendo modificaciones, pruebas y gestión del cambio.
- Mantener actualizada la documentación técnica y de seguridad de procesos, incluyendo PFD, P&ID, balances de masa y energía, procedimientos y documentación asociada a MOC.
- Realizar simulaciones y evaluaciones de procesos, análisis de riesgos y resolución de problemas, aportando recomendaciones técnicas para la operación.
- Brindar soporte técnico a las operaciones de producción y participar en el arranque de nuevas plantas, modificaciones temporales, paradas de planta y análisis de alternativas de proceso.
- Contribuir a iniciativas de mejora continua orientadas a incrementar la eficiencia, optimizar costos y recursos, y fortalecer el desempeño en seguridad, calidad y producción.
Información sobre vos
Para este rol, es importante que cuentes con:
- Un compromiso firme con tu seguridad y la del equipo.
- Formación universitaria en Ingeniería Química o carreras afines.
- Experiencia mínima de 3 años en tareas similares en industrias química o petroquímica.
- Conocimientos de seguridad de procesos, análisis y optimización de procesos, gestión del cambio y resolución de problemas.
- Se valorará especialmente experiencia en paradas y arranques de planta, puesta en marcha de nuevos equipos, proyectos de mejora y optimización de procesos.
- Pensamiento analítico y resolución de problemas; trabajo en equipo y comunicación efectiva; proactividad y adaptación al cambio.
- Inglés nivel intermedio
Qué ofrecemos
- Un entorno de trabajo donde la seguridad es una prioridad en todo lo que hacemos.
- Un paquete de remuneraciones competitivo con incentivos anuales.
- Programas de salud pensados para acompañarte a vos y a tu familia.
- Un Programa de Asistencia al Empleado/a para acompañarte cuando lo necesites.
- Apoyo continuo para tu bienestar personal y profesional.
- Licencias para las distintas etapas de la vida, incluyendo vacaciones y licencias parentales y médicas.
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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Take your leadership career to the next level.
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.
03
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.



















