Senior Process Engineer, Mining

Careermine; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Work Schedule

Great Benefits

RRSP matching plan

Job summary

Sedgman Canada Limited in Vancouver, BC is seeking a Senior Process Engineer to join our team. The role provides process engineering support across project lifecycle, calculating, drawing, reviewing, modelling, and client support activities to ensure plant performance, throughput, and product recovery.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in process design for mining, with opportunities to work on lithium, copper, gold projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Engineering in Mineral Processing, Metallurgy or Chemical disciplines.
• 10+ years of process engineering design experience in mining.
• Experience in an engineering/consulting firm.
• In-depth knowledge of mining process equipment and technologies.
• P.Eng designation is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead design efforts for mining projects, focusing on process scaling and optimization.
• Lead/assist in the design and preparation of specs for mineral processing plants.
• Size process equipment and develop specifications.
• Provide process design support through the engineering study phases, conceptual design, FEED and detailed design.
• Troubleshoot and resolve process issues.
• Develop process flow sheets and prepare process design criteria.
• Prepare PFDs, heat and material balances and P&IDs.
• Lead/assist in cost estimation (capital and operating) of projects.
• Mentor and lead a team of process engineers.
• Coordinate with other departments for safe and efficient operations.

Skills

Process design

PFDs/P&IDs

Team leadership

Mining experience

Troubleshooting

Education

Engineering degree

P.Eng designation asset

Job description

Job Description

Sedgman is currently seeking a Senior Process Engineer to join their team in Vancouver, BC.

The Senior Process Engineer will provide process engineering support to Sedgman's clients at all stages of the project lifecycle from developmental studies through design and into project operation providing guidance to ensure effective plant performance throughput, efficiency and product recovery. As part of the process team, this individual will be responsible for the daily involvement in calculations, drawings, reviews, reports, modelling and client support activities; all will be required.

The ideal candidate will have substantial experience providing process engineering design, delivering high quality projects to clients.

It's an exciting time to join Sedgman Ltd. as we are positioned for growth in North America. Many exciting ongoing projects in the lithium and other critical minerals space, along with copper, gold, potash, iron ore and more.

Come join a team of forward thinking, enthusiastic, results-driven, collaborative professionals!!

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design efforts for mining projects, focusing on process scaling and optimization.


• Lead/assist in the design and preparation of specifications for mineral processing plants.


• Size process equipment and develop specifications.


• Technical knowledge of mineral processing and related unit operations, such as grinding, flotation, leaching, and solid-liquid separation


• Provide process design support or mineral processing facilities, through the engineering study phases, conceptual design, front-end engineering and detailed design.


• Troubleshoot and resolve process issues.


• Develop process flow sheets and prepare process design criteria.


• Prepare process calculations, PFDs, heat & material balances and P&IDs.


• Lead/assist in the cost estimation (capital and operating) of projects to evaluate their economic feasibility


• Mentor and lead a team of process engineers, ensuring technical soundness and alignment with customer objectives.


• Coordinate with other departments to ensure safe and efficient operations


• Will be up-to-date with advancements in mining processing technology and recommend implementation of new equipment or processes


• Additional duties as required

Requirements

• Bachelor of Engineering (Mineral Processing, Metallurgy or Chemical Disciplines)


• Will have 10+ years of relevant process engineering design experience in the mining industry


• Prior experience in an engineering / consulting firm is required


• In depth knowledge of process engineering, equipment, and technologies in the mining industry is required


• Chemical, metallurgy and mineral processing experience is highly desired.


• Good communication skills with well-developed written and oral skills.


• Proven ability to work as part of a team.


• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills


• Considered an asset if has P. Eng Engineering designation, preferably EGBC.


• Must be eligible to work in Canada without sponsorship

What is in it for you?

• Opportunity to work on significant mining projects, in Canada and around the world.


• Significant opportunities to grow your career with Sedgman


• Access to world leading mentors across disciplines and commodities.


• Hybrid Work Schedule - great work/life balance


• Great Benefits - RRSP matching plan, Health and benefits package.

Salary Range

The salary offered to the successful person for this position will consider education, experience, relevant skills and capability, geographic location and market conditions at the time of hire.

Sedgman Canada Limited is part of the CIMIC Group's mineral processing company and is a leading provider of mineral processing and associated infrastructure solutions to the global resources industry.

Our Mission is to generate sustainable returns for our shareholders by delivering projects for our clients while providing safe, rewarding and fulfilling careers for our people. We are a full project life cycle delivery company incorporating the development, project execution and ongoing operations phases of each project. Sedgman has offices in Australia, the Americas, Europe and Asia.

Our Values, The Sedgman Way

At Sedgman, our principles support our mission and are a common bond. We can rely on each other for:

• Integrity: being respectful and honest with ourselves, our colleagues, our clients, our partners, our suppliers and shareholders and other stakeholders.


• Accountability: committing to what we are responsible for.


• Innovation: continually adapting and evolving for the future.


• Delivery: amplifying our ability to deliver to drive our reputation and credibility.

Sedgman is a proud equal opportunities employer, and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive, and barrier-free workplace that allows all our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success, and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates.

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About the Team

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