Metallurgical​/Chemical Engineer II

** Short Description*
* Bowman has an opportunity for a Metallurgical/Chemical Engineer II to join our team in Tucson, AZ.

At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That's why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved.

We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients.

** Purpose*
* Provides intermediate-level engineering support focused on design, optimization, technical studies and project delivery for metallurgical processes and/or chemical plants. This role applies established engineering principles to analyze, design, and optimize processes related to extraction, refining and production while supporting project teams, operations, and clients.

** Responsibilities*
* ** Leadership and Direction*
* + Works under general supervision, demonstrating growing technical independence and decision-making capability.

+ Contributes to multidisciplinary project teams, coordinating with process, mechanical, environmental, and project management staff.

+ Supports continuous improvement initiatives and promotes adherence to safety, quality, and operational standards.

** At the Operational and Company Level*
* + Applies metallurgical and chemical engineering principles to support design, analysis, troubleshooting, and optimization of processes.

+ Assists in evaluating process performance, identifying inefficiencies, and recommending improvements.

+ Supports development of technical reports, feasibility studies, and process documentation.

+ Participate in client interactions, supporting technical discussions and delivering solutions aligned with project goals.

+ Ensures compliance with applicable environmental, safety, and regulatory requirements.

+ Contributes to innovation efforts, including new technologies, process improvements, and sustainability initiatives.

** Do the Work*
* + Performs process calculations, mass and energy balances, and material characterizations.

+ Develops and evaluates process flow diagrams (PFDs), piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), and equipment specifications.

+ Supports metallurgical testing, chemical analysis, and interpretation of laboratory and pilot-scale data.

+ Assists in troubleshooting plant processes, including refining, extraction, separation, corrosion, and materials failure analysis.

+ Conducts data analysis to support process optimization, quality improvement, and operational efficiency.

+ Prepares technical memoranda, engineering reports, and design documentation.

+ Collaborates with field teams and may support site visits, commissioning, or operational assessments

** Success Metrics and Competencies*
* + Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.

+ Highly motivated and problem-solving attitude.

+ Strong sense of urgency in responding to clients and other team members.

+ Effective verbal and written communication skills.

+ Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.

+ Self-reliance and ability to operate independently with limited direction.  

+ Effective working relationships with internal leaders and peers, as well as external clients.

+ Ability to effectively manage multiple time-sensitive tasks.

+ Data analysis and interpretation skills.

+ Accuracy and quality of engineering analyses, calculations, and deliverables.

+ Ability to independently apply engineering fundamentals to solve moderately complex problems.

+ Effectiveness in identifying process improvements and supporting operational efficiency.

+ Adherence to safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.

+ Progression toward advanced technical expertise and professional licensure (if applicable).

** Qualifications*
* + Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Mineral Processing, or Chemical Engineering.

+ Three or more (3+) years of relevant engineering experience in metallurgical processing, chemical manufacturing, materials engineering, or related industries.

+ Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification preferred; progress toward Professional Engineer (PE) licensure is encouraged.

+ Knowledge of metallurgical processes (e.g., extractive metallurgy, hydrometallurgy, pyrometallurgy) or chemical process systems.

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Experience with process modeling, data analysis, and engineering software tools (e.g., METSIM, SysCAD, HSC, or similar, AutoCAD family of products).

+ Familiarity with industry standards, safety protocols, and environmental regulations.

+ Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

** About Bowman*
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