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Process Engineer – Copper Electrolytic Refining / Tankhouse (India)

Production

- Gujarat, India
- Full-time

Posted 23 Jul 2026

Job Description

We are looking for a Process Engineer to manage and optimize our copper electrolytic refining (tankhouse) operations, converting copper anodes into LME Grade A copper cathodes. This is a copper metallurgy role — not oil & gas refining. The position involves monitoring refinery performance, ensuring cathode quality, improving current efficiency, and supporting continuous process improvements.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

- Monitor and optimize electrolytic refining operations.
- Ensure production of LME Grade A copper cathodes meeting quality specifications.
- Monitor electrolyte chemistry including copper concentration, sulfuric acid, chloride, arsenic, nickel, and impurity levels.
- Optimize current density, voltage, and current efficiency.
- Coordinate cathode harvesting, starter sheet handling, and anode replacement schedules.
- Investigate process deviations affecting cathode quality and production.
- Work closely with laboratory personnel for electrolyte analysis and process control.




- Develop and implement process improvement initiatives to reduce energy consumption and operating costs.
- Support commissioning, startup, and process optimization activities.
- Coordinate with maintenance teams to maximize equipment availability.
- Prepare daily production reports and process performance analyses.
- Ensure compliance with HSE policies and statutory regulations.

Requirements

- Bachelor’s Degree in Metallurgical, Chemical, Materials, or Process Engineering.
- 5–10 years of experience in copper electrorefining, SX-EW, or non-ferrous refinery operations.
- Robust understanding of:
- Electrolytic copper refining
- Electrochemistry
- Electrolyte purification
- Cathode quality control
- Current efficiency optimization
- Process instrumentation and DCS/SCADA systems
- Experience in troubleshooting refinery process issues.
- Knowledge of LME Grade A copper quality standards.
- Familiarity with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and Occupational Health & Safety standards.
- Strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills.

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📌 Process Engineer – Copper Electrolytic Refining / Tankhouse (India) (Rajkot)
🏢 Rotehügels
📍 Rajkot