APC Engineer

About the role

Metso is looking for an APC Engineer, a technical specialist in its Advanced Process Control (APC) and Intelligent Instruments solutions. The role implements APC for customers and works with online condition monitoring tools in the assigned market area, taking part in global projects when needed. It reports to the Manager Advanced Control Method and may lead project management on selected assignments. The position can be based in South Africa, Ghana or France.

Key responsibilities

• Implement and maintain APC systems, advanced sensing technologies and performance and condition monitoring solutions at remote customer sites until they are delivered and accepted.
• Design, configure, test, install and commission APC and monitoring systems remotely and on site, and monitor them from the office via secure remote access, tuning and optimizing them.
• Develop KPIs, dashboards and analytical tools to measure the value created for customers.
• Serve as the primary technical contact for customers, prepare technical reports and documentation, and train customers on APC systems.
• Collaborate with the Market Area Manager and other APC engineers on cross-regional and global optimization projects.
• Follow Metso HSE policies, take part in HSE reviews and risk assessments, and comply with legislation and company guidelines.

Required profile

• Matric (Grade 12).
• Bachelor's, Master's or PhD in Metallurgy, Mineral Processing, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering/Process Control or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience as an APC engineer or in a similar role.
• Fluent English (written and spoken) and strong interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (about 40%).

Required skills

• Technical experience in mineral processing and process control.
• Familiarity with control systems, data systems and analytical tools.
• Desirable: knowledge of mineral processing in the assigned market, Metso APC software, OPC/Modbus protocols, data historians, soft sensors, model-based control and online condition monitoring.

What we offer

• A global incentive program tied to business and performance targets.
• Flexible working possibilities.
• Learning opportunities, internal mobility, mentoring, education assistance and global opportunities.
• An inclusive culture and worldwide peer support.