Senior Director - Mineral Process Engineer

$149,200 - $300,410/Yr

WSP Global - Lakewood, CO

Full-time - Senior

Lakewood, CO

10,001+ employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

We are seeking a Senior Director - Mineral Process Engineer to join our Lakewood, CO office. In this role, you will be responsible for developing a process team and providing subject matter expertise on mineral processing operations. The Senior Director is a hard-working, creative thinker with a passion for the hands-on approach. The candidate will lead technical teams in the successful development and implementation of various mineral processing systems. Responsibilities include client interface, project design, technology implementation, system planning and optimization, training, permitting, technical and project reporting, and mentoring and coaching more junior engineers. An important goal for this position is to develop and grow a mineral processing team in the US in collaboration with our existing Canadian team. The candidate will be equally comfortable in the office and on site where they will be exposed to site operations, and a diversity of conditions and cultures. The Senior Director is able to lead technical teams remotely, perform field reporting and operational planning, and implement technical project elements. This position will manage junior engineers and technicians on project teams and assist discipline supervisors in building an efficient workforce. Technical responsibilities may include site selection, process flow and design, equipment selection and installation, water treatment, tailings management and optimization of processing systems. The Senior Director will also contribute to the assessment of the economic and environmental feasibility of process systems, engage with Feasibility study teams and evaluate means of safely and efficiently processing minerals and byproduct streams. Responsibilities may also include senior direction of installation, commissioning of mining and processing equipment, writing reports, and making presentations. Be involved in projects with our Mining Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client's objectives and solves their challenges.

Responsibilities

• Develop a process team and provide subject matter expertise on mineral processing operations.
• Lead technical teams in the successful development and implementation of various mineral processing systems.
• Interface with clients and manage project design, technology implementation, and system planning.
• Conduct training, permitting, technical and project reporting, and mentoring of junior engineers.
• Oversee development of design criteria, mass balance, process flow diagrams, and equipment selection.
• Manage laboratory testing programs including test planning, data analysis, and conclusions.
• Oversee capex and opex development for projects.
• Motivate, train, and mentor subordinate staff assigned to tasks or projects.
• Assume project director responsibility for large tasks or projects, developing project strategy and scope.
• Manage and communicate results, budget, and schedule information to clients and project managers.
• Ensure compliance with WSP's administrative and financial policies and procedures.
• Apply and oversee safety requirements in the field.
• Participate in international technical organizations and prepare technical papers for external publications.

Requirements

• Advanced degree (Masters or PhD) in mineral processing, chemical, or mining engineering.
• A minimum of 20 years' experience in the planning, implementation, and execution of mining engineering projects.
• Experience in a client-facing role to address client concerns.
• Good scientific and analytical understanding of mineral processing and effective optimization techniques.
• Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize and work with minimal guidance.
• Strong commitment to developing effective relationships with key stakeholders and diverse teams.
• Strong problem-solving and creative analytical thinking skills.
• Staff management and leadership ability.
• Demonstrated maturity in judgment, initiative, and client relations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability and willingness to develop business from new and existing clients.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and adhering to WSP's health, safety, and drug/alcohol policies.

Nice-to-haves

• PE Desirable or Ability to obtain or Qualified Person per SME standards.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Paid sick leave and vacation.
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid time off for bereavement, voting, and naturalization proceedings.