Mineral Processing Engineer Job Vancouver area,BC Canada,Engineering

Requisition : 99064

Job Category: Metals

Location: Vancouver, BC, Canada

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The Senior Mineral Processing Engineer will be part of an engineering team providing engineering services and/or field support. The role will require the engineer to develop solutions in all areas of the process plant across various systems, unit operations and process equipment. Specific tasks include the development of process engineering deliverables; solutions to infield problems; and involvement in the execution and commissioning of these solutions.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Perform process engineering tasks on Minerals Processing projects, in a variety of commodities. When requested, act as Lead Process Engineer on projects or studies.

Operate with full competence and independence in the execution of all design calculations, design criteria, in the compilation and execution of equipment lists and calculations. Develop new criteria/calculations where required, maintaining high levels of accuracy. Provide frequent training, guidance and supervision to junior colleagues.

Actively engage with clients to understand project requirements

Grow the organization client base

Participate in the preparation of proposals and other business development initiatives Perform, oversee and mentor others in the development of:
Process scope definition and technology selection Process design criteria Define the process block flow diagram and unit operations Development of Process Flow Diagrams, along with associated mass and energy balance calculations Trade off studies to resolve options Identify, scope and manage process test work (on site or laboratory based) Conduct capacity analysis for existing plants Select the equipment for projects Carryout engineering design calculations and equipment sizing calculations Prepare specifications of process attributes for equipment, through compilation of process datasheets (or process input to general datasheets).

Compilation of Process Description Design of the process control logic adhering to appropriate safety standards, and documentation into Functional Descriptions Display full competence and independence in the compilation of P&IDs and all levels of control philosophies. Process specifications portray the appropriate information and design intent Process review of equipment bids. Compile operating cost estimates including estimation of consumables, labor, maintenance materials and power Provide input to capital cost estimates Prepare written project reports

Liaising with other discipline engineers to ensure design development activities conform to process requirements

Contribute to hazard studies

Play a lead role in on site commissioning of new equipment and process systems

Qualifications and

Experience:

Mineral Processing, Mining, Chemical or Metallurgical Engineering degree.

Extensive design, commissioning and/or operational experience of minerals processing equipment and processes (comminution, flotation, DMS, gravity separation, leaching, screening, thickening and filtration)

Experience in scoping and management of metallurgical test work programs (bench scale, pilot scale, on-site testing)

Experience in modelling of minerals processing equipment and systems

Strong client focus

Ability to lead processing engineering tasks on a project, within the allocated budget and schedule, including mentoring and guidance of junior colleagues and professional interaction with other project disciplines.

Behavioral competencies:

Interpersonal and communication skills

Pro-active leadership skills

Able to help grow the organization culture

Able to prioritize multiple tasks and keep in balance multiple priorities / demands

Ability to effectively interact with juniors, clients, and senior management

Good written and verbal communication skills

Discretionary effort as required

Able to work independently

Base salary range: $120,000 - $165,000

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.

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