WSP

Intermediate Professional, Metallurgical and Special Process Engineering

WSP$85K — $112K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline.
  • 5-10 years of relevant experience in mineral processing and metallurgical engineering.
  • Eligible for, or registered as, a P.Eng. with the appropriate provincial engineering association.
  • Experience in developing process designs, mass balances, and equipment selection packages.
  • Familiarity with laboratory test work programs and interpretation of metallurgical results.
  • Strong technical writing, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills; bilingualism (English/French) is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Support metallurgical studies and engineering projects for mineral processing facilities from concept to detailed design.
  • Collaborate with clients, project teams, and stakeholders to define project requirements and communicate findings.
  • Develop mass balances, process flow diagrams (PFDs), equipment sizing calculations, and design criteria.
  • Coordinate laboratory and pilot-scale test work programs and analyze results for practical design recommendations.
  • Contribute to capital and operating cost estimates, technical reports, and study deliverables.
  • Assist in preparing technical specifications, procurement packages, and engineering documentation.
  • Work closely with senior engineers and project managers to deliver high-quality solutions on time and within budget.
  • Support innovation, continuous improvement, and successful delivery of mining projects.

Benefits

  • Joining a multidisciplinary team shaping global infrastructure and energy systems.
  • Opportunities for professional development and continuous improvement.
  • Participation in innovative mining and metallurgical projects.
  • Impactful role contributing to sustainable resource development.
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Opportunity
Build the Future with Us

This is your chance to be part of a team that's shaping the world's infrastructure, energy systems, and communities. In this role, you'll apply your metallurgy expertise to exciting mining and mineral processing projects, making a tangible impact on project success and sustainable resource development.

As an Intermediate Metallurgist in our ERI Metals and Mining group, you will work within a multidisciplinary team dedicated to planning and executing studies and detailed engineering for new processing plants as well as upgrades to existing facilities. Ideally, this position will be located in our Vancouver office.
Your Impact
  • Support metallurgical studies and engineering projects for mineral processing facilities from concept through detailed design.
  • Collaborate with clients, project teams, and stakeholders to define project requirements and communicate technical findings.
  • Develop mass balances, process flow diagrams (PFDs), equipment sizing calculations, and process design criteria.
  • Coordinate laboratory and pilot-scale test work programs, analyze results, and translate findings into practical design recommendations.
  • Contribute to capital and operating cost estimates, technical reports, and study deliverables.
  • Assist in preparing technical specifications, procurement packages, and engineering documentation.
  • Work closely with senior engineers and project managers to deliver high-quality technical solutions on schedule and within budget.
  • Support innovation, continuous improvement, and the successful delivery of mining and metallurgical projects.
The Skills That Set You Apart
  • Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline.
  • 5-10 years of relevant experience in mineral processing and metallurgical engineering.
  • Eligible for, or registered as, a P.Eng. with the appropriate provincial engineering association.
  • Experience developing process designs, mass balances, and equipment selection packages.
  • Familiarity with laboratory test work programs and interpretation of metallurgical results.
  • Experience in mining, consulting, engineering, or industrial processing environments.
  • Strong technical writing, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills; bilingualism (English/French) is considered an asset.
Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $85,100 - $112,800
MB & ON: $77,700 - $107,000
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $76,900 - $102,100
Disclosure

The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.
Ready to Shape the Future?

Bring your technical expertise, curiosity, and passion for innovation to a team that is transforming the mining industry. Join WSP and help deliver sustainable solutions that create lasting value for our clients, communities, and the world around us. Your next opportunity starts here.

About WSP

WSP is a Canadian engineering consulting firm that provides services to transform the built environment and restore the natural environment. The firm's expertise ranges from environmental remediation and urban planning, to engineering iconic buildings and designing sustainable transport networks, to developing the energy sources of the future and enabling new ways of extracting essential resources. It has approximately 54,000 employees, including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors, program and construction management professionals, and various environmental experts. WSP has offices in more than 40 countries and territories around the world.
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Size
54,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1959

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