Senior Process Engineer – Minerals & Metals

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Senior Process Engineer managing and executing process plant designs for the Minerals & Metals sector. Based in Vancouver or Burlington offices with flexible work arrangements.

Posted 5/1/2026full-timeVancouver • 🇨🇦 CanadaSenior💰 CA$157,000 - CA$192,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the Process Engineer on projects; planning and carrying out the process engineering activities on technically complex projects.
Develop and review process engineering deliverables including material balances, process design criteria, PFDs, P&IDs, operating cost estimates, plant layouts and 3-D models, technical specifications, technical evaluations and provide recommendations for equipment purchases.
Develop process circuit design from analysis and interpretation of test-work program results or plant data
Participate in process plant HAZOP reviews. Participate in design reviews (model reviews, ergonomics, maintainability) and manage resolution of action items
Provide metallurgical test work definition, supervision, interpretation and direction.
Liaise with client process engineers on design issues and incorporating client requirements in a cost effective and low risk manner
Provide on-site support during construction and commissioning, or for operational improvement
Assist in the development of capital and operating cost estimates for metallurgical processes
Prepare and or assist in proposals, design drawings, calculations, specifications and other engineering documentation using standards and/or new methods as required
Coordinate and interface with equipment suppliers and other disciplines to maximize output
Providing technical leadership and expertise within the Process Group
Providing technical guidance and advice to other functional departments and the wider organization where required
Work and communicate with project management team and Process Manager to determine the technical approach for process engineering work at the proposal and study design stages
Assisting the Business Development team in identifying business opportunities, preparing high calibre proposals and participating in client presentations and meetings
Perform or review engineering and design tasks requiring operation of available computer assisted software and/or equipment that increments work productivity and accuracy
Assure that all work on assigned projects is timely, accurate and high quality
Providing mentorship and guidance to less experienced team members and assist in their professional development
Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Undergraduate Degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or related discipline
A minimum of 15 years’ experience in mineral processing and/or hydrometallurgy with at least 10 years’ experience in a projects or consulting environment
Registered or eligible for registration as a professional engineer in Canada
In depth technical knowledge of process plant design and operation with the ability to deliver best practice plant design
Strong understanding of how the process engineering activities integrate into a complete project.
Strong verbal and written communication skills and presentation skills in English.
Well-developed analytical, numerical and problem solving skills.
Experience in estimating capital and operating costs for metallurgical processes is required
Sound interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to prepare and deliver presentations and reports
An understanding of strategic and change management, and the ability to participate in these processes
Effective leadership, negotiation and influencing skills
Good organizational and time-management skills
Ability to travel as required.
Ability to work independently and in a multi-disciplinary team environment.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across our Minerals & Metals sector.
Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organization actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice.
Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market.
Flexible benefits package that can be adapted to suit your lifestyle.
Commitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests.
Global connections: join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession.

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Hard Skills & Tools

process engineeringmaterial balancesprocess design criteriaPFDsP&IDsoperating cost estimatesplant layouts3-D modelsmetallurgical test workcapital and operating cost estimates

Soft Skills

communication skillspresentation skillsanalytical skillsproblem solving skillsleadership skillsnegotiation skillsinfluencing skillsorganizational skillstime-management skillsmentorship

Certifications

Undergraduate Degree in Metallurgical EngineeringUndergraduate Degree in Chemical EngineeringProfessional Engineer registration in Canada