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Jukka Kortelainen

Questioner · DISC type c
Senior Specialist - Process Engineering at Worley
📍 Espoo, Uusimaa, Finland

Jukka is a seasoned metals refining professional with over 25 years of global experience in hydrometallurgical processing for base, gold, and battery metals. A graduate of LUT University with an M. Sc. in Process Technology, he has a track record of leading complex technology projects across Europe, Asia, and Africa.

He values clarity in communication, believing it is essential not only for business success but also in personal life to avoid frustration and wasted effort. He enjoys traveling and meeting international colleagues, having recently visited Morocco for the first time for work.

Unique fact: Jukka has contributed to the advancement of his field by co-authoring publications and patents on solvent extraction processes in hydrometallurgy.

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Experience
12 Years
Current Role
Senior Specialist - Process Engineering
Job Level
Junior
Location
Espoo, Uusimaa, Finland
Personality Overview

How Jukka shows up

Value Seeker
Cautious & Analytical
Price-Sensitive

While they don't hesitate to ask questions, they are generally risk-averse and tend to be late adopters. It is quite likely of them to ask for pricing or other concessions. They generally do not appreciate an overfriendly approach and prefer to stay to-the-point.

Priorities

Topics Jukka cares about

Battery Metals Refining
His recent experience at CNGR Finland and Terrafame focused on black mass recycling and developing refining processes for the EV battery value chain.
Hydrometallurgy R&D
He has authored and co-authored technical publications and patents related to improving solvent extraction processes, such as regenerating hydroxyoxime ligands.
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Career

Work history

1-2025
Senior Specialist - Process Engineering
Worley
4-2023 - 10-2024
Refinery Development Manager
CNGR Finland Oy
11-2022 - 4-2023
Metallurgy Manager Proser Oy
Terrafame Ltd
4-2021 - 11-2022
Metallurgy Manager Proser Oy
Terrafame Ltd
4-2020 - 4-2021
Gold Plant Process Engineer / TA
Chifeng Jilong Gold Mining Co., Ltd.
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Education
1994 - 2000
Master of Science
LUT University
1996 - 1997
Master's degree
University of Delaware
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

c

Calculativeness (C)

Calculativeness (C) reflects the degree to which a person is likely to be cautious, systematic and analytical. Those scoring high tend to emphasise quality and accuracy.

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