Senior Process Engineer, Mining

Senior Process Engineer - Vancouver, BC

We are seeking a Senior Process Engineer to join our Vancouver, BC team. 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, ensuring effective plant performance, throughput, efficiency, and product recovery.

• 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.
• Apply technical knowledge of mineral processing and related unit operations, such as grinding, flotation, leaching, and solid‑liquid separation.
• Provide process design support for 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.
• Stay up‑to‑date with advancements in mining processing technology and recommend implementation of new equipment or processes.
• Perform additional duties as required.

• Bachelor of Engineering (Mineral Processing, Metallurgy, or Chemical Disciplines).
• 10+ years of relevant process engineering design experience in the mining industry.
• Prior experience in an engineering or consulting firm.
• In‑depth knowledge of process engineering, equipment, and technologies in the mining industry.
• Chemical, metallurgy, and mineral processing experience 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.
• Possession of a P. Eng Engineering designation, preferably EGBC, is considered an asset.
• Must be eligible to work in Canada without sponsorship.

• 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.

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.

We strongly support and encourage candidates with Indigenous ancestry (First Nations, Inuit, Métis) to self‑identify and apply.