Process Specialist

Company Description

Harsco Corporation is a market-leading, global provider of environmental solutions for industrial, retail and medical waste streams, and innovative equipment and technology for the rail sector. We have an unrivalled breadth of experience across the globe and an impressive reputation stretching back more than a century. Based in Camp Hill, PA, with more than 13,000 employees and the company operates in more than 30 countries.

About Harsco Environmental

Harsco Environmental is the premier provider of material processing and environmental services to the global steel and metals industries. Our onsite mill services and resource recovery services offer sustainable solutions that maximize environmental benefit and return valuable raw material into production. We also have developed a range of by-products for specialized applications across industry, construction and agriculture, which utilize Harsco’s expertise in mineral materials.

Job Description

• Lead the design and equipment & material selection for mineral processing, waste recovery, agglomeration and other plants in our portfolio, incorporate necessary material safety &pollution control equipment, ensuring adherence to project specifications and industry standards.
• Design pollution control systems for environmental compliance, conducting environmental studies and soil analysis, and preparing ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) reports.
• Select and optimize materials, chemicals, and binders for mineral processing applications, with a focus on metal (steel, aluminum), mineral processing, beneficiation, and agglomeration.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, including chemical and fire safety regulations, and conduct ISO 14001 environmental aspect and impact studies.
• Implement energy management strategies to optimize energy usage and reduce environmental footprint in process plants.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including project teams, suppliers, and regulatory agencies, to ensure alignment of designs with project goals and regulatory requirements.
• Stay updated on advancements in material technology, metallurgy, and environmental engineering, continuously seeking opportunities for improvement and innovation.
• Establish quality testing labs and methods for testing quality of input and finished goods
• Establish pilot scale plants / prototypes for carrying out simulation of waste recovery & agglomeration processes and try out different material to optimize costs and improve efficiency.
• Tie up with external laboratories and research institutes to test material & carryout studies / research time to time.
• Design & establish industrial waste treatment methods and facilities in our plants.
• Provide support to the Regional teams in obtaining Environmental permits, carry out studies and implementing actions to meet environmental norms related to our business.
• Support the business in carrying out studies & finding solutions for the deployment / repurposing waste

Qualifications

Qualifications & Experience       

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical or Environmental Engineering
• Minimum of 10+ years of experience in design and equipment selection for mineral processing / beneficiation plants and pollution control systems.

 Competencies

• Strong technical expertise in chemical and environmental engineering, with a focus on process plant design and pollution control.
• Strong Numerical ability and should be a commercial acumen
• Proficiency in environmental studies, soil analysis. Exposure to ESG reporting will be an advantage.
• Knowledge of material technology, metallurgy, and chemical selection for mineral processing applications.
• Familiarity with safety standards, including chemical and fire safety regulations, and ISO 14001 environmental management systems.
• Experience in waste processing and treatment, with a focus on recycling and reuse.
• Ability to optimize processes, select appropriate materials and chemicals, and manage energy usage in process plants.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Continuous learning orientation, with a focus on staying updated on advancements in material technology, metallurgy, and environmental engineering

Soft skills

• Good English knowledge - written and speaking communication skills
• Experience in Global organizations (MNC) will be preferred
• Systematic, Process orientation, documentation skills
• Should be able to conceive
• Strong in conceptualizing, solution finding, Unconventional thinking
• Should be able to work with multi-national, multi-cultural teams
• Convincing ability, manage conflicts, listening skills

5. TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• Should be willing to travel locally and overseas as and when required.