Senior Process Engineer

Overview
DDRA Global Limited is an international multi-disciplinary engineering, project delivery and operations management group, predominantly focused on the mining, minerals and metals industry.The Group has an extensive track record spanning almost four decades across a wide range of commodities. Our teams have deep expertise in the mining, minerals and metals processing industries, as well as related non-process infrastructure such as, water, and energy solutions.DRA covers all major mining centers with offices across Africa and the Middle East, North and South America, USA and Asia-Pacific.Senior Process Engineer, based out of our Toronto office. This position is responsible for the process engineering and discipline project design activities relating to concept, pre-feasibility, feasibility studies, EPCM and EPC projects.Main functions include (but not limited to):Process EngineeringMetallurgical EvaluationPeer review of estimates, schedules, proposals, designs and constructabilityTechnical SupportReporting and DocumentationResponsibilities:Manages internal design and drafting resources.Manages the Process design team to ensure that Process designs are carried out in accordance with client standards and specification documentation, industry norms and the relevant legislationEnsures the effective review and approval of Process design and engineeringDevelops improved work practices and ensures familiarity with new and innovative process technologiesUndertakes techno-economic investigationsLeads and / or assists with the process related commissioning activities of the project including legal appointments for commissioning activities.Ensures that the installation is in accordance with the project & vendor specifications provide for the expected process functionality.Displays a positive disposition towards expat commissioning requirements.Provides process inputs for preliminary economics assessments, pre-feasibility studies, and feasibility studiesParticipates in studies completed under the CIM’s National Instrument 43-101, understands the standard, and leads the preparation of relevant report sections.Understands and applies the CIM Practice Guidelines for Mineral Processing for studies completed under the NI 43-101 standard.Assesses processes for their relevance and the adequacy of engineering equipment.Designs, installs and commissions new production units, monitoring modifications and upgrades, and troubleshooting existing processing issues.Applies the principles of mass and heat transfer to process and equipment design, including conceptual, scheme and detail design.Prepares reports, process flow diagrams (PFDs) and charts, and participates in the preparation of piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs).Manages the cost and time/schedule constraints within a project.Selects, manages and works with sub-contractors and vendors, as required.Supports the conversion of small-scale processes into commercially viable large-scale operations.Assumes responsibility for risk assessment, including hazard and operability (HAZOP) and identification (HAZID) studies, for the health and safety of both company staff and the wider community.Works closely with other specialists, including scientists responsible for the quality control of raw materials, intermediates and finished products;
engineers responsible for plant maintenance;
commercial colleagues on product specifications and production schedules;
and the operating crew.Requirements
Bachelor degree in Mineral Processing, Chemical or Metallurgical EngineeringProfessional EngineerMinimum 10+ years of mineral processing operations / management or mineral processing design and commissioningEmployment details
Employment type:
PermanentDiversity and equal opportunity : We value diversity and the benefits it brings to achieving our objectives, enhancing our reputation, and attracting, engaging, and retaining talented people. We welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of gender, age, disability, and ethnicity.Our commitment to equal opportunities and a diverse workplace
is embodied in our values of People, Safety, Trust, Integrity, Excellence, and Courage.Our competitive compensation package has been designed to reward our employees’ skills, competencies and performance that align with our culture. The compensation range for this role is $135,000 to $160,000 annually, depending on the candidate's experience and qualifications. DRA offers a hybrid work policy, excellent health and dental benefits including an HSA, RRSP matching, employee recognition programs, and plenty of opportunities to build genuine relationships.We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to help screen/assess/select candidates as part of our recruitment process.
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