Engineer - Quality

About Orica

At Orica, it’s the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures.  Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilise vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse of team of more than 13,000 across the world. 

It’s an exciting time to join us – we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation and reimagining the way we work.

About the role

As Quality Engineer, you will support our Limay facility by ensuring full compliance with quality plans across all process areas. Work closely with suppliers, customers, and internal teams to meet and exceed expectations. 

Play a key role in delivering safe, high-quality solutions that make a real impact. 

What you will be doing

Safety & SHES

• Ensure safe lab and process operations
• Conduct hazard assessments and JSERAs
• Support SHES initiatives and compliance

Technical & Business Support

• Design and run experiments for process and material changes
• Troubleshoot quality issues and support new product introduction
• Collaborate with suppliers on quality plans and audits
• Manage raw material qualifications and BOM updates

Innovation & Improvement

• Identify and apply new technologies
• Introduce engineering controls and process validations

Quality & Technology Delivery

• Apply quality principles and maintain procedures
• Investigate complaints and verify corrective actions
• Deliver accurate, timely, and well-interpreted results

Collaboration & Effectiveness

• Work independently and with cross-functional teams
• Adapt to changing priorities and support site-wide improvements
• Provide technical guidance and manage workload effectively

What you will bring

•    Chemical Engineering degree with 3+ years experience
•    Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project skills
•    Knowledge of product/process tech and safety standards
•    Skilled in experiment design and result interpretation
•    Effective communicator with solid organization skills
•    Must be able to drive manual and automatic vehicles

What we offer

As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills. 

You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.

We respect and value all

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone’s contributions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.