Lead Process Engineer - Underground Paste Backfill

WSP; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Lead Process Engineer for their Elko, NV office. This role involves technical leadership in underground mining projects focusing on paste backfill systems, mine planning, and infrastructure development.

Key responsibilities include optimizing backfill operations, managing engineering teams, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have 10+ years of experience in mining consulting and a degree in mining or metallurgical engineering.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant consulting or operating experience in a mining setting.
• Experience in design or operation of backfill plants.
• Demonstrated high-level of self-leadership with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, optimization, and operation of underground paste backfill systems.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Monitor project progress against scope, schedule, cost, and quality objectives.

Skills

Technical writing

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in mining or metallurgical engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

UG Design Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

WSP is seeking a Lead Process Engineer for their Elko, NV office. This role involves technical leadership in underground mining projects focusing on paste backfill systems, mine planning, and infrastructure development.

Key responsibilities include optimizing backfill operations, managing engineering teams, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have 10+ years of experience in mining consulting and a degree in mining or metallurgical engineering.