Early Career Mineral Processing Engineer at WSP in the U.S. · 7245…

Summary: WSP USA is one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms, and they are seeking a full-time Early Career Mineral Processing Engineer. The role involves assisting with process development, research, design, analysis, and construction of mineral processing plants, along with generating documentation and ensuring quality standards are met. Responsibilities: - Support a variety of engineering tasks with the goal of developing technical, social, and ethical skills - Assist with project research, and preliminary design calculations and analysis - Support preparation of final design plans, special provisions, and cost estimates - Assist in collecting and maintaining project documentation - Complete training on assigned tasks - Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures - Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs Required Qualifications: - Degree in Chemical, Metallurgical, or Mineral Process Engineering with an anticipated graduation date no later than May 2026 - 0 to 1 years of relevant post education experience, early career engineers may be considered - Demonstrated interest in extractive metallurgical process engineering and have a strong desire to advance skills related to WSP's work and projects - Excellent research skills with analytical mindset - Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience - Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment - Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives - Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools - Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies - Ability to work schedules conductive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek - Authorization to work in the United States Preferred Qualifications: - Engineer in Training Certification, or ability to obtain EIT within a year of hire - Prior internship related to the degree of study and the specific engineering discipline, desired, but not required - A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations - Experience in process design, material and energy balances, Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), cost estimation (CAPEX/OPEX), capital budgeting (ROI/IRR/NPV) - Exposure to a wide range of process operations that may include crushing, grinding, screening, hydro classification, air classification, gravity concentration, magnetic separation, dense media separation, sensor-based sorting, flotation, leaching, heap leaching, pressure oxidation, solvent extraction, electrowinning, thickening, clarification, filtration, drying, mixing, feeding, pumping, bulk solids handling and pneumatic conveying - Authorization to work in the United States Required Skills: Chemical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Mineral Processing Important Skills: Process Design, Technical Writing Nice-to-Have Skills: Analytical Skills, Self-leadership, Interpersonal Skills, Teamwork, Attention to Detail, Communication Skills Benefits: Coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life, Retirement savings, Paid sick leave, Paid vacation (or other personal time), Paid parental leave, Paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings