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Principal Hydrometallurgist
Atkinsréalis
A global engineering & nuclear services firm delivering end‑to‑end infrastructure and energy solutions.
Lead hydrometallurgical process design, client engagement, and team mentorship.
6d ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
CA.ON.Toronto.191 The West Mall
Office Full-Time
Company Size
40,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Architectural Design and Engineering
Civil Design and Engineering
Structural Design and Engineering
Electrical Design and Engineering
Mechanical Design and Engineering
Transportation planning
Highways and bridges
Railroads and transit
Sector Specialisms
Water
Environment
Education
Aerospace
Security
Defence
Communications
Infrastructure
Role
What you would be doing
process design
design review
engineering delivery
technical leadership
resource planning
client liaison
Contribute to the firm’s strategic growth by identifying opportunities in emerging markets and new technologies in hydrometallurgy.
Provide technical leadership in hydrometallurgical process design, flowsheet development, and optimization across multiple commodities (e.g., copper, nickel, cobalt, gold, lithium, rare earths).
Review and approve process plant material balance, process design criteria, PFD’s, P&ID’s, plant layouts, technical specifications and technical evaluations.
Collaborate with project managers and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, cost-effective, and timely project outcomes.
Lead and review engineering deliverables for concept, pre-feasibility and feasibility studies, pilot programs, plant design and detailed engineering.
Mentor and coach junior and intermediate metallurgists to develop the next generation of technical leaders.
Support business development efforts, including proposal preparation, client presentations, and participation in industry conferences.
Act as the primary technical contact for clients, building and maintaining strong relationships to ensure project success and repeat business.
Prepare operating cost evaluations.
Manage the resource planning and assignment of work to team members.
What you bring
ni 43-101
hydrometallurgy
extractive metallurgy
process simulation
professional engineer
advanced degree
Experience in NI 43-101 reports is an asset.
15+ years of progressive experience in hydrometallurgy, with proven expertise in process development and plant operations.
Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage multiple priorities in a consulting environment.
Demonstrated success in client-facing roles, with excellent communication and presentation skills.
Track record of contributing to business development and winning work.
Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or eligible for registration preferred.
Strong knowledge of extractive metallurgy unit operations, including leaching, solvent extraction, electrowinning, precipitation, and purification technologies.
Advanced degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline (PhD or Master’s preferred).
Experience with process simulation software (e.g. METSIM, HSC-Sim, OLI).
Benefits
The opportunity to work on various major projects for internal and external clients.
Competitive pay, flexible benefits, an employee share plan, and a defined contribution pension plan.
A wide array of learning and development opportunities.
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