Ben Zhu
About Ben Zhu
Ben Zhu is an Engineering Manager at Hatch in China, with extensive experience in metallurgical engineering and project management. He has held various roles at Hatch since 2006 and has contributed significantly to projects for major companies, including Riotinto and Alcoa.
Current Role at Hatch
Ben Zhu serves as the Engineering Manager for Hatch in China, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he oversees engineering operations and project management, ensuring the successful execution of various initiatives. Additionally, he has been the Bulk Metal Manager for Hatch in China since 2018, where he focuses on bulk metal projects and their associated engineering challenges.
Previous Experience at Hatch
Ben Zhu has held multiple roles at Hatch prior to his current positions. He worked as a Field Engineer Lead from 2014 to 2016 in Perth, Australia, and as a Deputy Commissioner Manager from 2016 to 2018. His earlier roles include Project Engineer from 2009 to 2011, Process Engineer from 2006 to 2009, and Project Coordinator from 2013 to 2014, all based in Perth. His diverse experience within the company has contributed to his expertise in engineering and project management.
Education and Expertise
Ben Zhu studied Metallurgical Engineering at Central South University, where he earned both his Bachelor and Master degrees from 1999 to 2006. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his extensive experience in engineering, particularly in Bayer process engineering and design, which he has applied in various projects for major companies.
Key Projects and Contributions
Ben Zhu played a significant role as the lead pro-commissioning engineer for the Riotinto Gove Seawater Neutralisation Project. He also led field engineering and commissioning efforts for the QSLIC project in China, where he coordinated the technical interface between Hatch's Perth and Shenyang offices, contributing to the project's success.