Lab Process Engineer (Intermediate/Senior)

About the role

BQE Water Inc. is experiencing rapid growth and seeks a Lab Process Engineer (intermediate level, with senior consideration for exceptional candidates) to join its laboratory team at the new office and lab in Mount Pleasant. The company helps international mining clients produce clean water, reduce environmental footprint, extract mineral value from wastewater, and meet stringent government regulations, promoting socially acceptable operations with a focus on water as a vital shared resource. For more information, visit www.bqewater.com.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out laboratory and pilot testing programs by preparing detailed test plans, executing test work, and delivering on defined scopes
• Coordinating with and assisting Lab Technologists in setting up experimental apparatus and performing bench‑scale testing of various treatment processes
• Performing lab, pilot, and plant data analysis, completing mass balances, and interpreting results to support process development and optimization
• Writing, reviewing, and editing technical documents, including lab reports, technical memos, design reports, and conference or journal papers
• Conducting technical assessments, including scoping‑level design and cost estimates, to evaluate water treatment processes and identify fatal flaws, advantages, limitations, and best‑fit applications
• Contributing to technology development by conducting research studies, laboratory and mini‑pilot test work, and providing technical support to the IP and technology development team
• Providing process engineering support, including developing process flow diagrams, mass and energy balances, equipment sizing and specifications, and preparing PFDs, P&IDs, GAs, and instrument lists
• Providing technical support to commissioning and operations teams and gaining hands‑on experience at full‑scale plants and pilot campaigns
• Interfacing directly with clients to present technical findings and recommendations
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications & Experience

• Master’s or PhD level education is considered a strong asset for this role; a Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgy, Hydrometallurgy, Chemical Engineering, Water Treatment, Mining Engineering, or a related discipline is a required minimum education, but would need to be supported by direct water treatment experience.
• Minimum 3–5+ years of relevant industry work experience in one or more of the disciplines above for intermediate level. Directly related PhD experience may be considered towards industry experience.
• Minimum 1 year of hands-on laboratory experience, including process testing, experimental design, and data collection.
• Experience with water and wastewater treatment processes is a significant asset.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, with experience in chemical handling, hazard identification, and compliance with laboratory safety procedures.
• Excellent attention to detail, strong documentation and record-keeping skills, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in laboratory and field environments.

Benefits

• Health coverage upon hire
• 1-5% GRRSP and a bonus company-funded HSA upon probation completion
• Up to $1,000 annual education matching funding on 1 year of service
• Role-related professional dues coverage, expense and travel reimbursement
• Monthly socials
• Twice-monthly CEO Industry Education Sessions (optional)
• Use of brand new workspace with complimentary private staff gym and kitchen refreshments

Pay

$75,000.00 – $95,000.00 per year