Mineral Processing - Vancouver

Hatch; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Hatch is seeking a Mineral Processing EIT in Vancouver to work closely with senior engineers on challenging projects in the mining sector. You will apply analytical and project engineering skills to design processes for precious and base metals, from concept through execution, with potential on-site practical experience and progression toward professional registration.

As a technical resource, you will support brownfield and greenfield projects, develop process design criteria, and prepare

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mining & Mineral Processing Engineering.
• Excellent analytical, writing and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated organizational, interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Ability to interact successfully with all levels of staff, clients and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Provide Process Engineering design support to multidiscipline teams on brownfield, greenfield, de-bottlenecking, construction, expansion, and operations projects.
• Participate in developing Process Design Criteria, Process Flow Diagrams and Mass Balances.
• Perform basic design/specification and detailed design of process equipment, calculations, sizing.
• Prepare RFQs, including specifications, scopes of work and data sheets.
• Evaluate vendor quotations for technical adequacy, budgetary constraints and client requirements.
• Prepare CAPEX and OPEX reports.
• Prepare and check documents, calculations and drawing deliverables.
• Provide on-site inspection, commissioning and ramp up support.

Skills

Analytical skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining & Mineral Processing Engineering

Job description

Requisition ID102166-Posted09/30/2026

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

Hatch is currently seeking a Mineral Processing EIT position in our Vancouver Office. If you have strong technical and interpersonal skills, and are excited by the mining industry, we want to hear from you.

Working closely with our senior engineers and designers, your primary role will be to act as a technical resource on challenging projects. You will apply analytical, conceptual, research, and planning skills to design various processes for precious metals and base metals projects in North America and around the world.

The position will allow the candidate to directly apply and develop his or her knowledge in process design, project engineering and financial analysis at various levels of the project life-cycle, from concept to execution and operation. The candidate may gain valuable on-site practical experience. As time progresses, project duties and responsibilities will increase, facilitating registration of the candidate as a professional engineer.

There will be potential opportunities for travel and work assignments in Canadian and international site locations. Newly hired EITs will be assigned to work closely with experienced engineers who will provide guidance and mentoring. There will be opportunity to specialize in a particular technical area, move into project engineering/management, and/or transfer to another Hatch office.

What will you do?

• Provide Process Engineering design support to multidiscipline teams on brownfield, greenfield, de-bottle necking, construction, expansion, and operations projects
• Participate in the development of Process Design Criteria, Process Flow Diagrams and Mass Balances in a variety of commodities
• Basic design/specification and detailed design of process equipment, technical selection, calculations, sizing
• Preparing RFQs, including specifications, scopes of work and data sheets
• Evaluate Vendor quotations for technical adequacy, budgetary constraints and client requirements
• Preparing CAPEX and OPEX reports
• Preparing and checking documents, calculations and drawing deliverables
• Provide on-site inspection, commissioning and ramp up support

What you'll bring?

• Bachelor's degree in Mining & Mineral Processing Engineering, or a similar specialization (Expected graduation can be December 2022 or May 2023)
• Excellent analytical, writing and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated organizational, interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Ability to interact successfully with all levels of staff, clients and vendors

Qualifications:

• Candidates who have excelled in their studies at the undergraduate and graduate level in the discipline and knowledge of Mining & Mineral Processing Engineering are sought. In addition to demonstrating strong academic performance, candidates require good communication skills, an aptitude for working on multi-disciplinary teams, and a commitment to achieving engineering excellence. Candidates are requested to submit their cover letters, résumés and must submit transcripts (official/unofficial) as one MS Word file.

Compensation:

Range: $80,000 - $84,000

At Hatch, we are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. In accordance with legislated pay transparency requirements, the expected salary range for this position is based on current market data and aligned with internal pay structures to ensure consistency and fairness.

Your individual compensation within this range will depend on factors such as skills, experience, qualifications and location. In addition to base pay, our total rewards package may include performance-based incentives, comprehensive benefits, and other programs designed to support your well-being and growth.

Note: Applicants must submit a transcript (official or unofficial) upon application.

• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.