Processing/geological engineer
- Saskatoon, SK, Canada
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Company Description Stirling Rarus Minerals Corp (SRMC) is a tailings reprocessing company based in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, focused on developing critical mineral resources from mine tailings. SRMC is developing site specific IP on tailings deposits within the province and globally, supporting the growing demand for repurposing mine wastes while promoting clean technologies. SRMC is led by an experienced management team and board, including a female CEO and is committed to advancing projects that help meet legislated net-zero targets. The company prioritizes to support a Canadian Critical Mineral supply chain.
Role Description The Processing/Geological Engineer will play a key role in supporting validation and IP processing initiatives, working in a contract, hybrid capacity based in Saskatoon, SK with some flexibility for work from home. Day-to-day responsibilities include designing and optimizing mineral processing flowsheets, analyzing geological and metallurgical data, and supporting our current bench and validation program. The role involves evaluation of resource potential, perform test work, and contribute to feasibility studies. The engineer will assist with process modeling, pilot-scale trials, and operational recommendations that align with the economics & environmental standards. Additional duties may include preparing technical reports, and supporting environmental best practices.
Qualifications
Seeking new grad with a
- foundation in mineral processing and metallurgical engineering, including experience in critical mineral projects where possible.
- Background in geology or geological engineering, including resource evaluation, core logging, and sampling methodologies.
- Proficiency with relevant engineering and geological software (e.g., process modeling tools, mine planning or geological modeling software, data analysis applications).
- Knowledge of feasibility studies, drilling programs, and project evaluation and development-stage mining projects.
- Understanding of sustainable resource development, and best practices.
- Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment.
- Bachelor’s degree or polytechnical diploma in Mineral Processing, Metallurgical Engineering, Geological Engineering, or a related field.
- Previous experience in the mining or mineral exploration sector in Canada is an asset, particularly in Saskatchewan or other critical mineral regions.
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Responsibilities
Design and optimize mineral processing flowsheets, analyze geological and metallurgical data, and support bench testing and validation initiatives. Evaluate resource potential, contribute to feasibility studies, process modeling, and pilot-scale trials, and provide operational recommendations and technical reports that support economic and environmental objectives.
Requirements
The role seeks a new graduate with a bachelor’s degree or polytechnical diploma in mineral processing, metallurgical engineering, geological engineering, or a related field. Candidates should have relevant geological and processing knowledge, familiarity with mining software and project evaluation, and an understanding of sustainable resource development; Canadian mining or exploration experience is an asset.
Skills
- Mineral Processing
- Metallurgical Engineering
- Geological Engineering
- Flowsheet Design
- Process Optimization
- Geological and Metallurgical Data Analysis
- Resource Evaluation
- Test Work
- Feasibility Studies
- Process Modeling
- Pilot-Scale Trials
- Core Logging
- Sampling Methodologies
- Drilling Programs
- Technical Reporting
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Categories
- Engineering
- Science & Research
- Environmental & Sustainability
Keywords
- Tailings Reprocessing
- Critical Minerals
- Mineral Processing
- Metallurgical Engineering
- Geological Engineering
- Flowsheet Design
- Process Optimization
- Geological Data Analysis
- Metallurgical Data Analysis
- Resource Evaluation
- Bench Testing
- Validation Programs
- Feasibility Studies
- Process Modeling
- Pilot-Scale Trials
- Core Logging
- Sampling Methodologies
- Drilling Programs
- Mine Planning Software
- Geological Modeling Software
- Data Analysis Applications
- Project Evaluation
- Mining Project Development
- Environmental Best Practices
- Technical Reports