Metallurgist I

About the role

This is an entry‑level, training grade for metallurgists within the State Department for Mining. The officer will work under the guidance of a senior officer, gaining hands‑on experience in metal testing, failure analysis and process improvement.

Key responsibilities

• Ensure metal components meet engineering specifications such as tensile strength, hardness and toughness.
• Investigate root causes of metal failure, corrosion or fatigue in machinery and infrastructure.
• Monitor and improve extractive metallurgy processes (pyrometallurgy and hydrometallurgy) and heat‑treatment procedures.
• Prepare detailed reports on experimental results, material properties and recommendations for material selection.
• Mentor or supervise laboratory technicians and junior metallurgists.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Mining and Mineral Processing, Analytical Chemistry or Chemical Engineering from a recognised Kenyan university.
• Professional registration with a relevant engineering body (e.g., Engineers Registration Board).

Required skills

• Proficiency in computer‑aided design (CAD).
• Experience with metallurgical software.
• Strong data‑analysis capabilities.