Engineer - Metallurgy

Vale Base Metals; Greater Sudbury; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Vale Base Metals as an Engineer - Metallurgy in Sudbury, Ontario. This permanent role involves providing technical support for process optimization and safety in a dynamic mining environment. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in Chemical or Metallurgical engineering and have a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience. The company offers competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and a commitment to safety and diversity.

Benefits

Competitive compensation including a variable annual incentive plan

Comprehensive benefits package

Leave for all of life’s reasons

Work culture dedicated to safety, diversity & inclusion

Employee Family Assistance Program

Online training and career development opportunities

Relocation Assistance

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Mineral Processing experience preferred.
• Position level contingent upon experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for safety, process troubleshooting, and optimization.
• Assist in the development of work plans and continuous improvement projects.
• Communicate effectively with technical and non-technical personnel.

Skills

Problem Solving

Analytical Skills

Communication

Education

Undergraduate degree in Chemical or Metallurgical engineering

Licensed professional engineer (P.Eng)

Tools

MS Office Suite

Statistical software packages

Thermodynamic software packages

Job description

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Ready to build a rewarding career in an industry that is growing?

Who We Are

We are a global mining company dedicated to safely delivering nickel, copper, cobalt, and platinum group metals essential for the world’s energy transition.

Our mission is to improve lives and shape a better future together.

From utensils to cellphones to satellites, our operations simplify daily life and enhance connectivity. Our metals are integral to life-saving medical equipment and the electric vehicles driving the fight against climate change – our work truly matters.

Join our diverse team of 15,000 talented individuals committed to transforming critical minerals into prosperity and sustainable development in countries like Canada, Brazil, Indonesia, the United Kingdom, and Japan. We invite you to use your skills with us and contribute to something meaningful and enduring.

The Opportunity

We are currently seeking an Engineer - Metallurgy to join our Process Technology team in Sudbury, Ontario.

This is a permanent position, working a Monday to Friday day shift.

The Engineer – Metallurgy provides support to the Operating and Maintenance departments in the areas of safety, process troubleshooting and process optimization. This role adds value by providing technical support to the Smelter or Matte Processing Section Leaders and Operating Superintendents through project work laid out in the yearly project plan. The incumbent recommends corrective actions based on available data, analysis and industrial experience. The incumbent assists in the development of work plans, schedules, prioritization and execution of continuous improvement and major process improvement projects. The role requires the ability to work with peers from all other departments within a dynamic industrial environment.

Additionally, in this position you will:

• Theoretical and industrial exposure to metals processing, with an emphasis on nonferrous pyrometallurgy and/or mineral separation (flotation).
• Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical personnel.
• Proven ability to perform complex technical work with minimal supervision.
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills
• Strong knowledge of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) as well as statistical and thermodynamic software packages an asset.
• Safety. Contributes to H&S of all employees in their area through participation in safety plans, process monitoring, MOC's, process hazard analysis, etc.
• Planning. Contributes to R&D plans, capital planning, business plans, implementation plans, etc.
• Operations. Supports Operations in all aspects required to meet budgets, plans, safety commitments, etc.
• Costs & Revenue Generation. Supports Operations and Others as required to maximize ability to achieve business goals.
• People. Achieve results by working within cross-functional team environment. Coach, mentor, supervise and lead indirect reports. Identify and help develop potential of junior team members and co-workers.
  
  

About You

Education:

• Undergraduate degree in Chemical or Metallurgical engineering
• Licensed professional engineer (P.Eng)
  
  

Experience:

• A minimum of 4 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Mineral Processing experience preferred.
• Position level (Engineer/Senior Engineer) contingent upon experience.
  
  

What We Offer You

• Competitive compensation including a variable annual incentive plan
• Participation in a competitive Defined Contribution Pension package
• Comprehensive benefits package (company paid core coverage, health and dental coverage, flex accounts, disability plans and optional insurances)
• Leave for all of life’s reasons (vacation, personal, sick, parental)
• Work culture dedicated to safety, diversity & inclusion, and career growth
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• Virtual Healthcare online
• Online training and career development opportunities
• Relocation Assistance
  
  

Why Sudbury

Greater Sudbury is a vibrant city in northeastern Ontario, renowned for its rich mining history and significant role in Canada's mineral production. The city sits atop one of the world's largest and oldest meteorite impact sites, the Sudbury Basin, which is exceptionally rich in nickel, copper, and other critical minerals that are needed for the green economy. The mining sector is a cornerstone of Sudbury's economy, driving both employment and economic growth, and Vale Base Metals plays a pivotal role in this regard. Our commitment to the community is as deep as our mines.

Include to Transform

At Vale Base Metals, we are committed to ensuring an inclusive work environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. Vale encourages everyone to express their ideas and opinions and values the plurality of individual profiles. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are critical to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or any other personal consideration that makes us different.

Vale is an equal opportunity employer seeking to increase diversity across our operations and improve equal opportunity at Vale and in the mining industry.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, accommodation is available throughout our recruitment process for applicants with disabilities.

Accommodation is available throughout our recruitment process for applicants with disabilities.

Pay Grade: F6T

Apply by: May 30, 2025

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Mining

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