Mining Process Engineer

ALS Canada Ltd.; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 115,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended medical, dental and vision

Company retirement plan with match

Learning & development opportunities

Additional vacation days

Job summary

ALS Canada Ltd. is seeking a Mining Process Engineer to design and build intelligent control systems for mineral processing operations.

You will work across PLCs, SCADA, APC, and data historian stacks, combining hands-on programming with field analysis to deliver measurable improvements. Responsibilities include developing and commissioning PLC/SCADA/APC systems, diagnosing faults, and maintaining documentation.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or Computer Science (Electrical, Mechatronics, or related field).
• 5+ years experience designing, testing, and commissioning industrial control systems.
• Experience with Linux-based environments (Arch Linux preferred).

Responsibilities

• Write and maintain applications in Python, C/C++, Bash, SQL, and other scripting languages.
• Develop, commission, and optimise PLC, SCADA, and advanced process control (APC) systems.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot control system faults and performance issues.
• Configure and commission historian, analytics, and reporting systems.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and innovation across projects.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation, drawings, and version control.
• Observe established safety regulations and comply with all health and safety policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

PLC programming

SCADA/HMI programming

Process control

Linux

APC / advanced process control

Data analytics

Python

C/C++

Industrial networks

Documentation

Education

Engineering or Computer Science (Electrical, Mechatronics, or related field)

Tools

Arch Linux

SQL

Python

Bash

SCADA

Job description

At ALS, we encourage you to dream big. When you join us, you’ll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insights to build a healthier future.

Travel: Frequent international travel required to remote locations.

About the Position

The Mining Process Engineer designs and builds intelligent control systems that transform plant performance at mining and mineral processing operations. Working across the full control stack, from field instrumentation and PLCs to SCADA, advanced process control (APC), and data historian systems. This role combines hands‑on programming with real‑world process optimisation to deliver measurable results for our clients.

Specific Responsibilities

• Use correct methods in accordance with established procedures and schedules while ensuring analytical quality
• Observe established safety regulations and comply with all ALS health and safety policies and procedures
• Develop, commission, and optimise PLC, SCADA, and advanced process control (APC) systems
• Diagnose and troubleshoot control system faults and performance issues
• Write and maintain applications in Python, C/C++, Bash, SQL, and other scripting languages
• Configure and commission historian, analytics, and reporting systems
• Contribute to continuous improvement and innovation across projects
• Maintain accurate technical documentation, drawings, and version control
• Other duties as assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Proficiency in PLC and SCADA/HMI programming across any major platform
• Understanding of process control in mineral processing or mining environments
• Hands‑on familiarity with industrial networks and communications protocols
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving mindset with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work independently on complex systems and collaborate effectively with plant operators and engineers
• Experience with Linux‑based environments (Arch Linux experience highly regarded)
• Experience with APC, data analytics, historians, and data visualisation tools (asset)
• PCB design or microcontroller experience (asset)

Required Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or Computer Science (Electrical, Mechatronics, or related field)
• 5+ years experience designing, testing, and commissioning industrial control systems

Physical Demands

• Ability to sit at a desk and perform general office work, including periodic sedentary responsibilities
• Manual dexterity to perform intricate and/or repetitive tasks
• Wear issued personal protective equipment (PPE) when required on client sites

Our benefits include

• An estimated annual salary of $115,000 - $135,000 at the time of posting
• Individual compensation is determined by factors such as job‑related skills, relevant experience, education and/or training
• Comprehensive benefit package specific to your work status (including extended medical, dental, and vision coverage, access to company perks, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with company match, employee assistance and wellness programs)
• Additional vacation days for years of service
• Business support for education or training after 9 months with the company
• Learning & development opportunities (unlimited access to e‑learnings and more)
• Please note: Benefits vary based on employee status

Working at ALS

The ALS team is a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world. Our values are important to us, and shape how we work, how we treat each other and how we recognise excellence. At ALS, you’ll be supported to develop new skills and reach your full potential. We invest in our people with programs and opportunities that help you build a diverse career with us. We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and our communities.

Everyone Matters ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued.

Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and pregnancy‑related conditions, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by the law.

We invite resumes from all interested parties, including women, First Nations, Metis and Inuit persons, members of minority groups, and persons living with disabilities. ALS also welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability.

Reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process are available upon request.

Eligibility: To be eligible to work at ALS you must be a Citizen or Permanent Resident of the country you are applying for, or either hold or be able to obtain, a valid working visa.

ALS is a global leader in testing, providing comprehensive testing solutions to clients in a wide range of industries around the world. Using advanced technologies and innovative methods, we help our clients leverage data‑driven insights for a safer and healthier world. Our people are the heart of our business, driving testing solutions and innovations to solve complex challenges and create lasting value for our clients. But most importantly, our people care – for each other and for the work we do. With over 20,000 team members across 70 countries, you’ll be part of a global network.

With a team of more than 20,000 employees across 70 countries, it takes all kinds of skills and expertise to make a company like ours thrive – and not all of them are in labs!