Simulation and Modeling Engineering Lead

Simulation and Modeling Engineering Lead Function Technical Services incls. Engineering/geology/mining/remote ops/central lab Location Canada - Remote Classification Salaried

This is a remote position in any state or province where Graymont operates.

Graymont is seeking a Simulation & Modeling Engineering Lead to oversee the creation, validation, implementation, and support of process models and tools in industrial settings. This role bridges engineering and IT to optimize manufacturing, improve efficiency, support the deployment of decarbonization, and enable the integration of complex engineering systems. Reporting to Director Decarbonization Engineering, the successful individual will develop, validate, and support process simulation and optimization tools that support plant engineering design, optimization, and operation but also the execution of pre-commercial decarbonization feasibility projects.

The Simulation & Modeling Engineering Lead will collaborate closely with Process Engineering, HSE, and Plant Operation and Maintenance teams, gaining a solid understanding of Graymont’s core business operations.

Manage all aspects of the platform(s), methodologies, and projects execution associated with simulation and modeling tools development within Graymont. Design, communicate, and implement the project plans associated with simulation tools development for Graymont's engineering simulator.

Monitor progress and performance of simulation tools against the simulation development targets.

Conduct heat and mass balances and develop advanced test campaigns and instrument selection for modeling tools validation.

Collaborate with plant personnel, contractors, and technical teams to implement innovative modeling solutions.

With Engineering Support, document and communicate critical process modeling capabilities and best practices.

Conduct process simulation and optimization for Graymont’s new and existing technologies. Participate in the execution of process and decarbonization engineering projects (feasibility studies, conceptual designs, process optimization, etc.).

Support equipment selection, layout design, piloting, validation, and commissioning activities with simulation tools.

Run simulations to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve process issues in lime, limestone, and LCCS manufacturing, and decarbonization of the same.

Identify, develop, and gather the resources (including external consultants) to complete the development, deployment, and support of the simulation and modeling tool suite.

Provide leadership and technical assistance to the simulator development team to solve advanced simulation challenges.

Define project roles and goals to be achieved, in collaboration with internal customers and stakeholders.

Regularly interact with internal and external stakeholders to manage the project charter for the simulation tools development  collaboration with Plant O&M, EHS, process engineering, decarbonization engineering, and OT/Controls teams, leads in-depth analysis and conceptual thinking on how to provide simulation tools that meet stakeholders’ requirements. Can handle vague and complex simulation requirements and break them down into manageable, value-added modeling tools.

Secures the confidentiality and consistent utilization of the tools developed, in collaboration with Engineering Support and documentation teams.

Facilitate cultural and technical change aligned with the simulation tools deployment initiatives.

Champion safety as a core value across all functions.

Work with plant and HSE teams to ensure compliance with internal standards and external regulations.

Understand combustion practices and emissions limits and other regulatory requirements.

Education: Master’s or Ph.D. degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Controls Engineering, or a related field.

Professional

Experience:

5 to 10 years of experience is preferred. Backgrounds in the lime, cement, chemical, mining, oil and gas, or other heavy industrial sectors…