Ausenco is a fast-growing company with big ideas. We redefine what's possible in some of the world's most complex projects and toughest environments. Delivering innovative, value-add consulting, project delivery, asset operations and maintenance solutions is what we do. From 22 offices in 10 countries, with projects in over 80 locations worldwide, we create sustainable outcomes for our people, clients and communities.

We are currently seeking a Manager, Process Engineering to join our Mining & Metals team in Toronto. This is a 12-month maternity leave contract, with the potential to extend or transition into another opportunity within Ausenco. It's a excellent chance to make a meaningful impact, build strong relationships, and contribute to the continued growth of our Toronto team.

This role will support our continued growth and success across a diverse portfolio of minerals and metals projects. Working across the full project lifecycle, from early-stage studies and feasibility through to detailed engineering and execution, you'll play a key role in shaping innovative, practical solutions for our clients while leading and developing a talented team of process engineering professionals.

We're looking for a collaborative, technically strong leader who brings a client-focused mindset, a passion for developing people, and a commitment to continuous improvement. This is an exciting opportunity to combine hand-on technical expertise with team leadership, client engagement, and business growth.

About The Role

- Lead, mentor, and develop the Toronto Process Engineering team, fostering a collaborative environment focused on technical excellence, professional growth, and continuous improvement.
- Oversee process engineering activities across studies and projects,



ensuring deliverables meet project objectives, client expectations, Ausenco standards, and industry best practices.
- Provide technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle, from conceptual and feasibility studies through to detailed engineering and execution.
- Review and approve key process engineering deliverables, including process simulations, process flow diagrams (PFDs), piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs;), equipment sizing, and heat and material balances.
- Champion innovative, fit-for-purpose and cost-effective design solutions that deliver value to clients while meeting project scope, schedule, and budget requirements.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships, understand their technical challenges, and contribute to identifying new business opportunities.
- Support business development activities, including preparing proposals, developing work estimates, and contributing technical expertise to client discussions.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams, technical specialists, and process engineering colleagues across Ausenco's global network to share knowledge and deliver successful project outcomes.
- Support resource planning, workload management, and the day-to-day operations of the Process Engineering team, ensuring project commitments and team development goals are met.




- Contribute to the development of technical standards, systems, and best practices, including mentoring emerging professionals and supporting graduate development initiatives.
- Participate in client meetings, occasional site visits, and industry events to strengthen relationships and represent Ausenco's technical capabilities.

About You

- A degree in Chemical, Metallurgical, Mineral Processing Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Extensive experience in process engineering within the mining and metals industry, including engineering consulting, EPCM projects, or owner-side project development.
- Demonstrated experience leading, mentoring, and developing technical teams, with the ability to balance people leadership and hand-on technical involvement.
- Strong technical expertise across mineral processing studies, plant design, and project execution, with a practical understanding of engineering deliverables and industry standards.
- Experience in plant operations or industrial environments would be considered an asset.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to challenge conventional approaches and develop innovative, practical solutions.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to build trusted relationships with clients, colleagues, and project stakeholders.
- A commercial mindset, with experience supporting proposals, managing project priorities, and delivering quality work within agreed budgets and schedules.
- A cooperative, proactive leadership style and a genuine interest in developing people and contributing to the continued growth of the team.
- Professional engineering registration in Ontario (P.E

📌 Manager, Process Engineering (Toronto)
🏢 Ausenco
📍 Toronto