Lead Process Engineer

About the role

The Lead Process Engineer will be involved in projects with WSP’s Mining Team and contribute to a growing organization that meets client objectives and solves their challenges.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, optimization, and operation of underground paste backfill systems
• Develop backfill strategies to support mine sequencing and ground control requirements
• Evaluate backfill recipes, binder optimization, rheology, and material performance
• Support geotechnical teams in stope design and extraction sequencing
• Monitor paste fill performance and identify opportunities for operational improvements
• Review and approve paste backfill engineering deliverables and technical reports
• Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams including Mining, Geotechnical, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Process, Construction and Operations
• Manage technical interfaces between owner, EPCM contractor, consultants, and vendors
• Monitor project progress against scope, schedule, cost, and quality objectives
• Facilitate project meetings and technical workshops
• Support risk assessments and mitigation planning
• Track action items and ensure timely resolution of project issues
• Promote a strong safety culture across all projects and operational activities
• Ensure compliance with MSHA regulations, WSP standards, Environmental requirements and Ground control management plans
• Conduct hazard identification and risk management activities
• Conduct field inspections and safety audits
• Write and review proposals, technical memoranda, and reports
• Perform Project Management or Engineering Management duties as required
• Perform audits and troubleshooting of existing mine infrastructure
• May be required to provide on-site support supervision in construction settings
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in mining or metallurgical engineering
• 10+ years of relevant consulting or operating experience in a mining setting
• Demonstrated background in elements of design or operation of backfill plants (hydraulic fill, paste fill, cemented rockfill) plant, surface tailings disposal systems, underground or surface mine infrastructure, material handling and comminution processes
• Must successfully complete and pass WSP’s Motor Vehicle screening

Qualifications

• Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience
• Demonstrated high-level of self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment
• Works independently with minimal oversight and provides guidance and leadership to junior team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC
• Highly proficient with technical writing, office automation, discipline-specific design software (i.e. UG Design Tools, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project and general computer usage)
• Demonstrates a 'Safety First" focus attitude
• Well-developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, computations, statistical analysis and arriving at the most effective, economical, and logical solution
• Demonstrated effectiveness at coordinating and assertively directing subcontractors and others to consistently complete tasks safely and efficiently
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies
• Able to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek
• Strong people skills and an ability to work in a team environment
• Travel to project sites as required

Skills

• Technical writing
• Office automation
• Discipline-specific design software (UG Design Tools, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project)
• Technical expertise in backfill plants, mine infrastructure, and material handling
• Project management and engineering management
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail and multi-tasking
• Leadership and mentoring
• Safe working practices
• Problem-solving and critical thinking
• Teamwork and collaboration

Benefits

WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

Pay

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Hours are flexible and may extend beyond the typical workweek to meet project requirements.

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

Contact Information

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