Process Manager (Fertilizers/ Chemicals/ Process Design ) – France, Western Europe

Job Description:

Our client, a globally recognized leader in engineering and technology for the energy transition, is seeking a Process Manager with expertise in fertilizers and chemicals to join their team. Integrated within the Industry and Mineral Chemistry activities of the Process and Technologies Division, this role focuses on fertilizer process activities (phosphorus, sulfuric, potassium) and reports to the Head of the Process and Technologies Division. This is an opportunity to contribute to innovative projects in a dynamic, international environment, pushing the boundaries of sustainable chemistry and energy transition.

Responsibilities:

• Lead process activities related to fertilizer production, particularly phosphoric acid, including developing production schemes, creating Process Design Packages, and performing associated tasks (modeling, technological choices, material/fluid/consumable/service balances, PFDs, equipment specifications, and establishing design criteria).
• Review and verify process deliverables produced by junior engineers, ensuring quality and accuracy.
• Participate in technical and design reviews to optimize fertilizer process flowsheets and resolve complex design challenges.
• Contribute to the development of fertilizer technologies and know-how through R&D initiatives and licensing activities.
• Provide technical support during on-site missions, including start-up assistance for fertilizer installations.
• Manage and update knowledge resources related to fertilizer technology, while mentoring and training junior engineers (up to 5 team members).
• Define and supervise lab and pilot testing campaigns in collaboration with the company’s lab.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Engineering degree or Master’s degree in Process Engineering and/or Mineral Chemistry.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in the fertilizer industry (particularly phosphorus and sulfuric fertilizers), gained within an engineering company, equipment vendor, or fertilizer production company.
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to work transversally and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
  • Proficiency in office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Project).
  • Fluent in English (mandatory); French proficiency is an advantage.
  • Experience in team mentoring and/or project management is a plus.

Benefits and remuneration:

• Competitive Euro Package.
• Opportunities for career growth in an innovative, global organization.

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to Lucia Baeza at [email protected]

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Lucia Baeza

Senior Consultant

CA Mining

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