Senior Process Engineer - Minerals Processing Operation
Resource ErectorsSUMMARY:
Deliver mineral processing design, analysis, and engineering solutions to support plant operations. Conduct process optimization evaluations focused on lowering operational expenses, enhancing throughput, maximizing recovery, and improving product quality.
This is a REMOTE work opportunity. No relocation will be required. The domestic travel requirement will be 25% - 40%
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Project Scope, Estimating & Capital Projects
Execute process engineering requirements to define Class I through III project scope, engineering designs, and cost estimates for assigned Engineering Service Requests (ESRs). Prepare flowsheets, mass balances, equipment specs, sizing calculations, and process controls. Lead Class I estimation efforts when assigned.
Direct the creation of Sequence of Operations documents for capital engineering projects.
Partner with Controls & Automation Engineers and external engineering partners on piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs).
Coordinate and collaborate with third-party engineering consultants engaged on capital projects.
Lead project commissioning and startup activities for major capital investments. Serve as Startup Team Leader by facilitating startup meetings and delivering status reports to leadership.
Represent process engineering in Project Update, Management Review, and Capital Review meetings.
Technical Training & Cross-Functional Collaboration
Design and deliver technical training programs for plant operating teams and staff regarding process engineering topics.
Perform technical evaluations for OEM initiatives and actively contribute to associated project reviews.
Participate on multi-disciplinary teams (Project Management, Controls, R&D, Geology/Mine Planning, Safety & Health, Environmental, Purchasing, Operations, and Sales) to ensure seamless communication and project execution.
Maintain technical liaisons with internal teams and external industry partners, acting independently on project matters.
Manage and resolve high-impact technical challenges aligned with key corporate objectives.
Plant Audits & Continuous Improvement
Conduct site investigations to resolve process bottlenecks, enhance plant throughput, improve yield and quality, and lower operating costs.
Evaluate novel and experimental mineral processing equipment and techniques to assess operational viability.
Provide process expertise and training to operations teams implementing continuous improvement programs.
Analyze plant feed samples during audits using CFS testing to support reconciliation with mine planning models.
Ensure plant flowsheets, equipment lists, and material balances are kept current.
Publish comprehensive audit reports in compliance with company engineering standards.
Standards & Governance
Contribute to the creation and revision of corporate Engineering Standards.
Verify consistent application of engineering guidelines across facilities.
Reporting & Documentation
Provide weekly progress and status reports to management.
Facilitate kickoff meetings and issue meeting notes when leading ESRs.
Communicate clear and concise updates throughout startup and commissioning phases.
Publish engineering memos, reports, and calculations promptly to enable timely project reviews.
General Responsibilities
Travel 40–50% to project sites to support kickoff, project execution, and startup.
Uphold high standards of engineering quality across all technical deliverables.
Comply with corporate policies, safety practices, and standard operating procedures with high professionalism.
Work productively both independently and in collaborative team settings.
Stay current on emerging mineral processing technology, metallurgical developments, and engineering software tools.
Perform other technical duties as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mineral Processing, Metallurgical, Chemical, Mechanical, or related field).
5+ years of relevant engineering experience in industrial or manufacturing environments.
Demonstrated experience with mineral processing, bulk material handling, or heavy industrial operations is preferred.