Your future role on our team
Our Mining and Geology team is seeking a Lead Mineral Processing Engineer to contribute to every mining project phase, from prefeasibility studies to commissioning. Members of our multidisciplinary team pool their expertise, carry out high-tech process simulations and determine the equipment, tools and processes needed. There are many opportunities to collaborate with technical experts, mentor and share knowledge, and grow and develop.
Type of position: Regular
Your future role on our team
Our Mining and Geology team is seeking a Lead Mineral Processing Engineer to contribute to every mining project phase, from prefeasibility studies to commissioning. Members of our multidisciplinary team pool their expertise, carry out high-tech process simulations and determine the equipment, tools and processes needed. There are many opportunities to collaborate with technical experts, mentor and share knowledge, and grow and develop.
An Overview Of Your Mandates And Responsibilities
Work respectfully and collaboratively with a team of skilled engineers, designers and project support staff
Lead and manage a variety of cross-discipline teams to ensure cost effective, safe and timely completion of projects that meet or exceed client expectations
Lead, review and approve process plant material balance, process design criteria, PFDs, P&IDs;, plant layouts, technical specifications and technical evaluations
Prepare operating cost evaluations
Liaise with clients on a technical level and present reports, trade-off studies, publications and presentations in a qualified manner
Create and review proposals
Train and share experiences with younger engineers




Participate in business development and corporate growth
Do your qualities and values match our corporate culture?
Entrepreneurial spirit
Results-driven
Thirst to learn and excel
Willingness to work together while having fun
Summary Of Certifications And Job Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, mineral processing, metallurgy or chemical engineering
Registered as a professional engineer
Over ten years of experience in mineral processing such as gold, copper, coal, green energy materials (lithium, graphite, etc.) or base metal operations and/or design
General areas of expertise include metallurgical test work planning and analysis, crushing, grinding, flotation, hydrometallurgy, water treatment, gravity separation, pressure oxidation, heap leaching, CIL/CIP and electrowinning/refining
Strong track record of successfully completed projects in the mining industry
Available for occasional travel to domestic and international destinations
Enthusiasm and capacity for business development and corporate growth
Experience with Microsoft Office and process simulation software
Excellent communication skills in English, both spoken and written
Significant asset: feasibility study and NI 43-101 experience
Asset: excellent communication skills in French, both spoken and written
Asset: interested in process control and optimization
Asset: operations and/or consulting experience
Asset: demonstrated ability to find innovative solutions to complex metallurgical problems
An Overview Of BBA’s Total Rewards
Annual base salary from $121,000 to $148,300
Annual premium program for regular employees
Onsite mobility premium
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📌 Lead process engineer (Edmonton)
🏢 BBA Consultants
📍 Edmonton