Principal Engineer I - Process Engineering

Title: Principal Engineer I - Process EngineeringRequisition ID: 144392Location:Vancouver, British Columbia, CA, V6C 1T2Category: Engineering ServicesShare this JobWhere You Will Work
Located in Downtown Vancouver’s central business district, this area is a dense, high‑end urban neighborhood dominated by major office towers, financial institutions, and professional services. Employees in Vancouver mostly follow a hybrid schedule where they are required to work within EPCM/design house environments, working closely alongside engineering and project delivery teams, attend in-person meetings or training and may also collaborate virtually. It offers a fast‑paced, corporate environment with strong transit access and a mix of nearby dining, retail, and residential amenities.What You Will Do
As a technical leader, this role focuses on growth projects and strategic initiatives, providing process engineering expertise, engineering leadership, and high‑level guidance throughout the project development cycle while collaborating across the organization to deliver sound engineering judgment and strategic insight.Review, verify, and approve engineering documents including PFDs, P&IDs, design criteria, mass/energy balances, equipment specifications, and metallurgical test work scopesEnsure engineering deliverables conform to internal standards, project requirements, and best practicesIn this role you investigate complex technical challenges and recommend practical, cost‑effective solutions grounded in engineering fundamentalsCollaborate with discipline engineers, site teams, EPC partners, and stakeholders to ensure high‑quality executionRecommend improvements to engineering standards, workflows, tools, and design methodologiesAs the Principal Engineer I – Process Engineering you support long‑range technical planning, capital budgeting, and strategic project evaluationWork closely with operations, geology, maintenance, project management, and corporate technical groups to deliver integrated solutionsEnsure project and site teams implement engineering improvements and design recommendationsMentor and coach engineers and technical specialists to build internal capability, and contribute to internal technical guidelines, knowledge libraries, and best‑practice documentsWhat You Bring To Freeport
Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgical Engineering or Chemical Engineering and seven (7) years of experience in a related engineering field ORMaster’s degree in Metallurgical Engineering or Chemical Engineering and five (5) years of experience in a related engineering field ORPhD in Metallurgical Engineering or Chemical Engineering and three (3) years of experience in a related engineering fieldStrong analytical and problem‑solving capabilitiesAbility to translate complex technical issues into actionable recommendationsHigh degree of professional judgment with the ability to influence at multiple organizational levelsStrong collaboration skillsAbility to research and analyze complex information and draw valid conclusionsAbility to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautionsAbility to communicate complex technical concepts clearly and effectively to technical and non‑technical stakeholders, verbally and in writingPreferred Qualifications
Experience supporting prefeasibility, feasibility, and FEL design stages.Experience with major capital project environments (EPC/EPCM experience advantageous).Familiarity with process modeling and mass/energy balance tools (e.G., Metsim, HSC, JKSimMet).Postgraduate degree or specialized training in extractive metallurgy or process design.What We Offer You
The estimated annual pay-range for this role is currently $165,000 - $220,000 CAD. This range reflects base salary only and does not include bonus payments, benefits or retirement contributions. Actual base pay is determined by experience, qualifications, skills and other job‑related factors. This role is eligible for additional discretionary and incentive payment considerations based on company and individual performance. More details will be shared during the hiring process.Affordable medical, dental and vision benefitsCompany‑paid life and disability insuranceRRSP plan with employer contribution/matchPaid time off, paid sick time, holiday payLearn more about our competitive and comprehensive benefits package!What We Require
Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol‑free work environment using mandatory pre‑employment drug testing as allowed by applicable laws.Equal Opportunity Employer
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