Senior Process Engineer

Sedgman is currently seeking a Senior Process Engineer, Mining & Minerals 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
• Will have P. Eng Engineering designation (preferably EGBC).  
• 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
• 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: $140,000 - 170,000

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 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.

Choose Sedgman as your employer of choice - we look forward to receiving your application!

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