Requisition ID: 102351
Job Category: Digital
Location: Mississauga, ON, Canada
Scope of PositionHatch develops digital and AI solutions in the Metals, Energy, and Infrastructure sectors for operational safety and efficiency, value chain and production optimization, and real-time process control and automation. Our clients are increasingly investing in digital technologies to remove people from high-risk environments, achieve real time understanding and optimization of complex value chains, and to maximise productivity and profitability. Hatch combines its deep industry expertise and engineering capabilities with world class knowledge of industrial AI, IT/OT convergence and integrated operations to deliver a holistic, transformative outcome for our clients.
Hatch has successfully deployed first-of-its-kind closed-loop, deep learning technology (known as AI-Assisted Process Control, AiPC9) in both concentrators and smelters. To support market demand, Hatch is seeking highly motivated and accomplished AI and Process Optimization Consultants to join our Digital team in Santiago (Chile), Johannesburg (South Africa), Mississauga (Canada) and Brisbane (Australia). Reporting to the Global Practice Lead - AI Assisted Process Control (AiPC) professionals will play a critical role in advancing Hatch's AiPC9 capabilities across the mining and metals value chain.
The successful candidates will be responsible for:
- AiPC9 Technology Capability Development
Lead the development and expansion of Hatch's AI-driven process control and optimization practice globally, focusing on complex mining and metals operations, including concentrators, smelters, refineries, and hydrometallurgical plants.
Integrate process expertise, advanced analytics, ML/AI, and control theory to deliver scalable, high-impact digital solutions. Establish technical standards, reusable frameworks, and best practices to accelerate solution development and deployment, maximizing time-to-market and value realization.
- AiPC9 Project Leadership and Delivery Excellence
Apply deep process engineering subject matter expertise in AI-driven process control and optimization to lead end-to-end project delivery. Conduct site visits, control system reviews, and performance assessments to diagnose operational constraints and optimization potential. Design and execute proof-of-value (PoV) feasibility studies to demonstrate measurable performance improvements. Develop AI-driven control and optimization strategies, advanced process models, and real-time optimization solutions.
Oversee online commissioning and site acceptance of AiPC9 deployments, performance validation, operator training, and change management to ensure sustainable adoption and long-term value creation, ensuring seamless integration with existing DCS/PLC systems (if required) and operational workflows.
- AiPC9 Commercial Collaboration and Go-to-Market Support
Partner closely with the regional Go-to-Market team to support pre-sales and business development activities. Contribute to technical proposals, client presentations, and strategic pursuit strategies. Develop technical white papers, industrial case studies, and thought leadership materials that differentiate Hatch's AI solutions in the marketplace.
- Build Trusted Client Relationships
Build and promote Hatch's eminence in AiPC9 and educate both internal stakeholders and external clients on emerging technologies through a wide variety of industry engagement events including technical publications, conference presentations, webinars, and client workshops.
Act as a trusted advisor to client leadership teams and operations teams on practical use of AI to improve operational performance, identifying and assessing process improvement and standardisation opportunities across client assets and articulating clear value cases and measurable business impact.
Experience and skills important for the role:- Extensive hands-on operational experience in the mining and metals industry, particularly in one or more of the following areas: mineral processing (comminution and flotation circuits); pyrometallurgical operations (smelting and refining); hydrometallurgical operations (e.g., autoclaves, leaching, SX/EW).
- Demonstrated experience running or directly supporting one of more of the above operations with a clear understanding of business value drivers, process KPIs and constraints, operational decision-making and its impact on financial performance.
- Ability to connect with and earn the trust of operators, superintendents, and plant leadership through credibility and empathy.
- Experience with Level 1/2 process control systems with strong background and understanding of Level 3 systems such as traditional Advanced Process Control (APC) and/or Real-Time Optimization (RTO).
- Experience conducting regulatory control and/or APC performance assessments and identifying improvement opportunities with measurable business values.
- Hands-on experience designing, developing, and deploying APC/RTO applications in live plant environments, particularly in data-driven model development; Machine learning/AI and hybrid process modeling approaches; online deployment and commissioning of APC/RTO solutions; closed-loop control implementation integrated with DCS/PLC systems.
- Familiarity with industrial IT/OT architectures and integration frameworks, including experience with systems such as historians, OPC protocols, DMZ structures, and cloud/edge computing environments; understanding of data pipelines, cybersecurity considerations, and real-time data integration between OT and enterprise systems.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with process engineers, control engineers, IT professionals, and digital solution architects to ensure scalable and secure deployments.
- Proven technical consulting skills, including stakeholder engagement across operations, technical, and executive levels.
- Experience developing business cases, quantifying value, and translating technical solutions into commercial impact.
- Ability to lead site visits, opportunity assessments, proof-of-value studies, and change management initiatives.
- Strong communication skills, including the ability to develop and present technical papers and white papers; deliver client workshops and operator training; support proposal development and pre-sales activities
- Demonstrated drive to grow as a trusted advisor through mentorship and professional development.
Why join us?We are passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. We believe in exceptional ideas delivered with exceptional service. You will be:
- Solving complex problems for our clients across different industries
- Thinking globally and having a global impact, acting locally
- Acting like owners, engaging with people who make a difference
- Be part of a growing area of Hatch in an industry of accelerated change
What we offer you?- Flexible work environment
- Long-term career development
- Comprehensive benefits program
Base salary range: $115,000 - $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.
Your individual compensation within this range will depend on factors such as skills, experience, qualifications and location. In addition to base pay, our total rewards package may include
performance-based incentives, comprehensive benefits, and other programs designed to support your well-being and growth.
Why join us?
- Work with great people to make a difference
- Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
- Top employer
What we offer you?
- Flexible work environment
- Long term career development
- Think globally, work locally
Don9t meet every single requirement? You don9t need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you9re interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don9t perfectly align with the skills we9ve listed.
