Principal Chemical Engineer

Principal Chemical Engineer

About Syrah

Syrah Resources Limited is an Australian Securities Exchange listed (ASX: SYR) industrial minerals and technology company with its flagship Balama Graphite Operation in Mozambique (“Balama”) and a downstream Active Anode Material Project in Vidalia, Louisiana USA (“Vidalia”). Syrah’s Vision is to be the world’s leading supplier of superior quality graphite and anode material products, working closely with customers and the supply chain to add value in battery and industrial markets.

At Syrah, our people are our point of difference. In pursuit of our Vision, we have established and continue to drive a high performance culture founded on our Company Values where employees, contract partners and value chain participants are treated with fairness and respect, and where ethical and sustainable business practices are upheld.

We are proud of our workforce diversity and remain committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment for all of our employees. Accordingly, Syrah keeps an open mind to its recruitment and selection processes and strongly encourages people from all different backgrounds to apply for a role with the Company. Flexible working options are available to ensure we reach the widest pool of talent possible.

About the role

Reporting to the Company’s GM Technology & Innovation (Battery Anode Material), an exciting opportunity exists for Principal Chemical Engineer to join the Syrah team based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This role is responsible for providing technical leadership, driving innovation and process optimization, and contributing to studies / projects supporting Syrah’s Active Anode Material (“AAM”) growth strategy.

Key role responsibilities include:

• Provide technical guidance and expertise to AAM projects and operations, and mentor junior engineers;
• Lead specific conceptual, scoping and feasibility studies as required;
• Collaborate with AAM projects and operations teams to design and optimize anode material manufacturing processes, ensuring scalability, efficiency and cost-effectiveness;
• Work with the Technology & Innovation product development team to translate research outcomes into design solutions;
• Prepare, review, and approve engineering deliverables, such as process flow diagrams, P&IDs, mass and energy balances, mechanical equipment lists, and functional and equipment specifications, as required;
• Identify opportunities for process optimization, yield improvement and cost reduction in collaboration with the AAM operations teams;
• Provide input for the preparation of budgets, business case proposals, cost reports, plans, and scope of work documents;
• Keep up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies;
• Implement safety protocols and risk assessments;
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations on AAM projects.

Essential skills and experience include:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field;
• 10+ years’ of relevant industry experience, preferably with a minerals processing focus (e.g. hydrometallurgy or pyrometallurgy);
• Strong knowledge of mass and energy balances, fluid dynamics, transport phenomena and process automation and control;
• Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks and competing deadlines;
• Pro-activeness and proven capacity to think conceptually and make assertive decisions with minimal supervision;
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work cohesively with team members;
• Demonstrated leadership skills with experience leading engineers and projects;
• Sound computer proficiency with advanced MS Office skills, including Excel, SysCAD (or other process simulation software), and Database skill level.

If you would like to be part of a dynamic organisation and possess the skills and experience outlined above, please click Apply Now and attach your CV and Cover Letter.

Please note: a pre-employment medical and police clearance form part of our overall recruitment process. Third party applications will not be considered, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Further information about the company and its operations can be found on the Syrah website: https://www.syrahresources.com.au