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Extractive Metallurgist at Leidos - ApplyBlast

Extractive Metallurgist

Leidos

4 months ago

3.9 on Glassdoor

Albany, OR

Onsite

Full Time

Senior

0 applicants

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About this role

Leidos is seeking an expert Extractive Metallurgist to support the Department of Energy's National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) in developing novel, scalable methods for processing critical minerals and metals. The role involves creating advanced processing technologies to recover rare earth elements, gallium, and germanium from non-traditional feedstocks to secure domestic supply chains. This position requires working within a multi-disciplinary national laboratory team to solve complex energy challenges and establish sustainable resource extraction processes.

Responsibilities

Develop and optimize physical and chemical beneficiation processes for critical minerals
Design and conduct bench- and pilot-scale extraction experiments
Characterize feedstocks using advanced mineralogical and chemical techniques
Lead multidisciplinary teams to create integrated process flowsheets
Mentor staff in laboratory operations while ensuring strict safety compliance

Skills

Qualifications

Master's degree in Metallurgical or Mining EngineeringPh.D. in Metallurgical or Mining Engineering6+ years of hands-on experience in mineral processingExpertise in critical materials processingTrack record of publications and patents

About Leidos

leidos.com

Headquarters

Reston, Virginia, United States

Company Size

10001+ employees

Founded

1969

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Leidos is a Fortune 500 science and technology company that delivers solutions at the intersection of national security, health, and critical infrastructure, serving defense, federal government, intelligence, and commercial markets. With a global workforce of approximately 47,000, the company provides capabilities across AI, cybersecurity, digital modernization, mission software, space, maritime, managed health, and energy infrastructure. Leidos partners with government agencies and large enterprises to deliver mission-critical innovations that address complex national and global challenges.