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Business Consulting Engineer (Minerals, Mining, Metals)

Imubit

Imubit

United States · Canada · Mexico
Posted on Sep 2, 2025

TL;DR:

Imubit is hiring a top-tier Business Consulting Engineer (BCE) to help metals, mining, and cement producers realize transformative value using cutting-edge AI for process optimization. This role is ideal for a process-savvy engineer who excels at translating complex challenges into compelling solutions, and thrives in technical pre-sales environments that demand deep industry insight, public presence, and client trust.

About us:

Imubit is a pioneer in AI-for-industry, delivering an AI optimization platform that is redefining how entire industries operate. As the creator of Closed Loop AI Optimization (AIO), Imubit leads the charge in transforming refining, chemical, cement, mining, and other process-heavy sectors with AI-driven automation. Our Optimizing Brain™ platform empowers industrial engineers to deploy advanced AI models that unlock new levels of efficiency, profitability, and sustainability. Today, 7 of the top 10 U.S. refiners trust Imubit, with our solutions deployed in 90+ high-value applications worldwide. Co-founded by a Google AI Fellow and industry veterans from Exxon and Shell, and backed by tier-1 VCs like Insight Partners and Alpha Wave, Imubit is well-funded and scaling fast.

Now, Imubit is entering its next chapter as we further evolve our platform. We are evolving from focusing solely on real-time process control to strategy execution, delivering AI-native systems for industrial transformation. In short, we’re expanding our platform from optimizing plant processes to driving whole-enterprise outcomes. Imubit helps industrial leaders not only control their operations in real time, but also execute their broader optimization strategies, bridging the gap between the plant floor and the boardroom. Our mission is bold: to help the world’s largest industrial companies solve their hardest problems, maximize long-term profitability, and future-proof their operations in an era of rapid change. If you’re excited by the chance to shape the future of industrial AI, you’ll be in very good company here.

We are looking for:

You, a metals, mining, and cement process expert with deep domain experience and a passion for bridging the gap between operations and technology. You have spent over a decade in the field solving operational challenges and leading improvements across metals, mining, or cement production environments. Now, you’re ready to help shape the next wave of innovation by guiding customers and internal teams alike through the strategic application of AI.

You’re highly credible with engineering teams and decision-makers, capable of instilling trust and driving meaningful technical conversations. You think commercially and critically, with an eye for what’s practical and a deep sense of what works in real-world facilities. Your voice will help shape both client engagement and internal product strategy as Imubit continues to expand into metals & mining markets.

In this position, you will:

Sales Support & Technical Discovery

  • Partner with Sales to scope client needs and pain points across comminution, flotation, roasting, kilns, etc.
  • Support discovery sessions to identify core value drivers and process bottlenecks.
  • Translate findings into clear opportunity briefs and technical solution strategies.

Demoing & Neural Network Modeling

  • Rapidly build simplified process models on the Imubit AI Optimization platform to showcase Imubit's capabilities.
  • Tailor demo narratives to align with client priorities, KPIs, and operational goals.
  • Confidently present solutions in workshops, webinars, and technical deep dives.

Business Case Development

  • Quantify value creation based on operational data and projected performance gains.
  • Co-develop economic justifications with Sales and customer sponsors.
  • Align technical deliverables with commercial proposals.

Objection Handling & Technical Qualification

  • Respond to challenging client questions with technical clarity and poise.
  • Anticipate and defuse skepticism through data-driven storytelling.
  • Assess and qualify technical fit with client infrastructure, control strategies, and workforce readiness.

Client Engagement & Thought Leadership

  • Present at conferences and client events to position Imubit as an industry thought leader.
  • Publish insights on process optimization trends in mining, cement, and metallurgy.
  • Educate internal stakeholders on industry nuances to inform product roadmap and positioning.

Must-Have Qualifications:

  • BSc or higher in relevant Engineering discipline, such as Mechanical, Mining, Civil, Chemical, or Process Engineering.
  • 3–10 years of hands-on process engineering experience in mining, metals processing, or cement production.
  • Familiarity with APC, MPC, or other control strategies.
  • Strong modeling and troubleshooting skills across relevant unit operations (e.g., SAG mills, kilns, floatation circuits).
  • Excellent communicator—comfortable leading technical demos, fielding objections, and engaging senior stakeholders.
  • Experience with process data historians and control systems (e.g., PI, DCS, PLCs).
  • Willingness to travel (~30%) for onsite assessments and workshops.

Nice to Have:

  • Experience in technical pre-sales, consulting, or solution engineering roles.
  • Prior use of AI/ML, simulation tools, or optimization software.
  • Client-facing leadership in business case development or ROI modeling.
  • Public speaking experience in webinars, panels, or conferences.
  • Published work or thought leadership in metals/mining/cement optimization.

Imubit provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Imubit complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Imubit does not accept or retain unsolicited CVs or phone calls and/or respond to them or to any third party representing job seekers.

No visa sponsorship is available for this position.

careers@imubit.com