Intermediate Metallurgical Engineer

Job summary

The role involves supporting metallurgical studies and engineering projects for mineral processing facilities from concept through detailed design. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop process designs, equipment sizing, and technical documentation while ensuring project delivery within budget.

Job details

WHAT IF YOU COULD REDEFINE WHAT’S POSSIBLE? WITH US, YOU CAN. With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it. We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers. With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science‑based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions. We are pathfinders and impact makers. We are Visioneers. We are WSP. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- THE OPPORTUNITY BUILD THE FUTURE WITH US This is your chance to be part of a team that’s shaping the world’s infrastructure, energy systems, and communities. In this role, you’ll apply your metallurgy expertise to exciting mining and mineral processing projects, making a tangible impact on project success and sustainable resource development. As an Intermediate Metallurgist in our ERI Metals and Mining group, you will work within a multidisciplinary team dedicated to planning and executing studies and detailed engineering for new processing plants as well as upgrades to existing facilities. Ideally, this position will be located in our Saskatoon office. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- YOUR IMPACT * Support metallurgical studies and engineering projects for mineral processing facilities from concept through detailed design. * Collaborate with clients, project teams, and stakeholders to define project requirements and communicate technical findings. * Develop mass balances, process flow diagrams (PFDs), equipment sizing calculations, and process design criteria. * Coordinate laboratory and pilot-scale test work programs, analyze results, and translate findings into practical design recommendations. * Contribute to capital and operating cost estimates, technical reports, and study deliverables. * Assist in preparing technical specifications, procurement packages, and engineering documentation. * Work closely with senior engineers and project managers to deliver high-quality technical solutions on schedule and within budget. * Support innovation, continuous improvement, and the successful delivery of mining and metallurgical projects. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- THE SKILLS THAT SET YOU APART * Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline. * 5–10 years of relevant experience in mineral processing and metallurgical engineering. * Eligible for, or registered as, a P.Eng. with the appropriate provincial engineering association. * Experience developing process designs, mass balances, and equipment selection packages. * Familiarity with laboratory test work programs and interpretation of metallurgical results. * Experience in mining, consulting, engineering, or industrial processing environments. * Strong technical writing, analytical, and problem-solving skills. * Excellent communication and collaboration skills; bilingualism (English/French) is considered an asset. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- WHY CHOOSE WSP? We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home. * Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026. * A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach. * Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it’s across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition — because your growth drives ours. * Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. #WeAreWSP #ERI_Opportunities #Carrières_ERI -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- COMPENSATION AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $85,100 - $112,800 MB & ON: $77,700 - $107,000 NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $76,900 - $102,100 DISCLOSURE The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- READY TO SHAPE THE FUTURE? Bring your technical expertise, curiosity, and passion for innovation to a team that is transforming the mining industry. Join WSP and help deliver sustainable solutions that create lasting value for our clients, communities, and the world around us. Your next opportunity starts here. At WSP, we exist to shape communities to advance humanity. It’s why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what’s possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers. As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact. At WSP, you’ll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose. Join us. Please Note: Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Full details here [https://www.wsp.com/en-ca/corporate/ca/health-safety]. Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits). WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted. WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Full details here [https://www.wsp.com/en-ca/careers/notice-to-staffing-agencies].

What you’ll do

The role involves supporting metallurgical studies and engineering projects for mineral processing facilities from concept through detailed design. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop process designs, equipment sizing, and technical documentation while ensuring project delivery within budget.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in Metallurgical or Chemical Engineering and possess 5–10 years of relevant experience in mineral processing. Professional Engineering (P.Eng.) registration or eligibility is required, along with strong technical and analytical capabilities.

Benefits

• Flexible work
• Work-life balance
• Professional development

Listed skills

• Problem solving · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Metallurgical engineering
• Mineral processing
• Mass balances
• Process flow diagrams
• Equipment sizing
• Technical writing
• Analytical skills
• Problem-solving
• Project management
• Laboratory test work
• Process design
• Engineering documentation
• Procurement packages
• Capital cost estimation
• Operating cost estimation
• Communication
• Employment Equity
• Engineering Documentation
• Energy Systems
• Curiosity
• Equipment Selection
• Resilience
• Planning
• Metallurgy
• Mineral Processing
• Metallurgical Engineering
• Budget Support
• Chemical Engineering
• Procurement
• Consulting
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Engineering Design Process
• Disabilities
• English Language
• French Language
• Innovation
• Problem Solving
• Laboratory Testing
• Project Management
• Operating Cost
• Process Design
• Process Flow Diagrams
• Technical Writing
• Collaboration
• Environment Health And Safety

Job areas

• Engineering
• Energy
• Consulting
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Manufacturing
• Metallurgical Engineer
• Mining Engineers, Metallurgists and Related Professionals
• Materials Engineers

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