Process Engineer/Metallurgist

XPS is a licensed metallurgical engineering, technology and test services business offering industry leading expertise in orebody characterisation, flowsheet development, operational support, growth initiatives and asset integrity management for most commodities including gold, nickel, copper, zinc, PGEs, rare earth and industrial minerals.  We comprise seven distinct integrated business groups representing the following key disciplines: Process Mineralogy, Geometallurgy, Pyrometallurgy, Hydrometallurgy, Process Control, Materials Technology and Modelling. 

 A rewarding opportunity for a Project Engineer/Metallurgist in Pyrometallurgy to provide high quality consulting services to our clients in high-temperature metallurgical processes, based in Sudbury, Ontario, Canada.

The group is well equipped to address metallurgical needs through:



On-site plant support, and pyrometallurgical test work at both laboratory and pilot plant scales. Services are offered at a competitive price-to-quality ratio. We can reduce risk and add value to our client’s projects or operations through:

• On-site plant support for smelters and refineries, e.g. emission abatement strategies (SO2 etc.), raising throughput capacity, impurity tolerance levels and improving product/metal quality, refractory performance, metallurgical audits, benchmarking, and de-bottlenecking.
• Laboratory and/or pilot scale test work incorporating atmospheric or pressure leaching, fluid bed roasting or smelting, and associated unit operations, to recover base metals from sulphide or oxide ores.
• Flow sheet and process design criteria development for new projects or plant expansions.
• Process simulation/modelling for new or existing metallurgical plants, using Factsage, Metsim, ARENA, COMSOL for venture style analysis studies for business/custom feed opportunities.

Responsibilities & Accountabilities

The primary functions of the Project Engineer/Metallurgist are to:

• Provide technical solutions and guidance to the non-ferrous metallurgical industry
• Direct, schedule and supervise technicians and technologists in laboratory, sample preparation, and pilot plant environments
• Participate in large scale pilot plants and interpreting results under the supervisor of a Senior Metallurgist and/or Project Manager
• Be an active member of a multidisciplinary team
• Bid preparation for complex projects
• Direct client interaction and communication
• Compiling and analyzing metallurgical data, verify and report results
• Write final technical reports for projects under management
• Liaising with senior project members regarding ongoing test programmes
• Safety and environmental compliance
• Travel may be required to client sites
• May be assigned special or ad hoc projects

 Education/Experience/Skills

The ideal candidate will possess:

• A degree in metallurgical, chemical engineering or related degree and/or related experience
• Ability to register as a professional engineer in Canada
• 2 to 5 years of relevant work experience in pyrometallurgy in base, precious or specialized metals in a laboratory or operations in process plants and testwork services
• Experience in high-temperature process simulation or design, with a strong desire to keep up to date with design tools
• Familiarity with any or all of: Factsage®, Metsim®, ARENA®, COMSOL®
• Ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects in a fast-paced, highly professional environment
• Observe established safety regulations and comply with all health and safety policies and procedures
• An acute business sense and entrepreneurial spirit
• Excellent problem solving, time management and analytical skills with a keen attention to detail
• Strong knowledge of MS Office Suite or equivalent products
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work well with others as well as work independently

Salary range: $92,000 - $118,000, this role is eligible for a discretionary bonus, comprehensive benefits, and pension

We consider many factors when determining the annual base salary, including location, market, education, relevant and demonstrated work experience, technical assessment, qualifications, certifications and other relevant skills.  Our goal is to ensure that our compensation package is competitive and aligns with the value our employees bring to the organization.

Please note that while we appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Internal applicants may be given priority consideration.  External applications may be considered following the internal recruitment process.

Only candidates with legal authorization to work in Canada will be considered for this position.

At Glencore, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are dedicated to providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact us at hr@xps.ca .