Lead Process Engineer- Mining & Metals
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 12, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 11, 2026. Fluor scores B on the Alion truth index.
Fluor is one of Canada's top employers and is recognized globally as a leader in the Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Fabrication, and Maintenance industry. Our focus on innovation and providing cost-effective technology-based solutions is second to none. As we look to the future, we need creative, ambitious, and innovative professionals who can help us fulfill our purpose to Build a Better World.
Fluor team members are at the heart of our success in executing projects safely, thoughtfully, and with the highest quality. If you value teamwork, empowerment in your career, and are eager to champion innovative and sustainable solutions to our clients, this opportunity just may be for you!
Job Description
Fluor’s Mining and Metals Business line provides these engineering services to the global mining industry with a focus on the engineering, procurement, and construction of processing and infrastructure facilities associated with the recovery of metals and minerals.
This position is responsible for providing all aspects of mineral processing and extractive metallurgy engineering and technical support for a variety of metallurgical systems at all stages of a mine’s project development cycle.
Your day-to- day activities and responsibilities include:
- Performing a broad range of process engineering technology assignments specific to the mining industry;
- Planning and conducting work in evaluation, selection, and application of standard process engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria;
- Periodically reviewing work of others to assure overall quality of process designs;
- Contacting and consulting with other engineering disciplines within the Company in addition to process engineers and supervisors;
- Understanding and following the effort-hours budget and process schedule;
- Supporting execution of the Quality Plan to ensure that work product meets defined requirement and standards, as needed;
- Applying mathematical calculations and basic process engineering principals to solve defined problems and size and select process equipment for comminution and beneficiation applications.
- Other duties as assigned, including the supervision of junior Process Engineers.
Basic Job Requirements
- Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in engineering field of study and sixteen (16) years of work-related experience; a recognized professional certification or registration in the applicable field, if required; some locations may have additional or different qualifications in order to comply with local requirements
- Minimum twelve (12) years of work-related experience, six (6) years of which must have been in an operating environment within the mining industry;
- Professional Engineering designation with EGBC, if not position would be classified as a Specialist and not Engineer
- Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and visitors;
- Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner;
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with a multi-disciplinary team of professionals;
- Effective verbal and written communication skills in English, with demonstrated competent report writing skills.
Other Job Requirements
Preferred Qualifications
- Job-related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job, including;
- Interpretation of metallurgical test work
- Ability to read, interpret and generate Process Flow Diagrams, P&IDs and other engineering documentation such as Process Design Criteria, Data Sheets
- Experience with process simulation software for the development of Heat and Material Balances
- Knowledge of process equipment commonly used in mineral processing or hydrometallurgical facilities.
- Experience the design and construction of mineral processing facilities for the recovery of copper, nickel, gold, or other base and precious metals
Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines; and
- Familiarity with the industry requirements for the development of concept, pre-feasibility and feasibility studies.
Fluor Canada rewards hard work, knowledge, and commitment. Fluor offers competitive employee compensation packages, comprehensive benefit programs including Health, Dental and Vision Care, flexible spending dollars, group registered retirement program, parental top-up, education reimbursement, employee and family assistance programs, and much more. Fluor also offers several employee resource groups that aim to provide opportunities for professional and personal growth, improved wellness, and involvement in the community.
At Fluor, we believe that overall wellness encompasses the four wellness pillars of mental, physical, financial and social. Upon these pillars we are committed to fostering a healthy, inclusive and psychologically safe workplace by creating awareness through knowledge building and communication while focusing on measurable outcomes.
Compressed work schedule: The Fluor Canada offices work a compressed work schedule offering every second Friday off.
Salary is based upon experience. Salary Range: $138,000.00 - $256,000.00
The market rate for the role is typically at the mid-point of the salary range; however, variations in final salary are determined by additional factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.
Fluor uses artificial intelligence (AI) in its hiring process to review applications and identify qualified candidates. More information including contact information is available in our Applicant Notice when creating a profile on our recruiting platform.
Notice to Candidates: As required by some of our clients and projects, to the extent allowed by law, offers may be conditional upon consent and clearance of a satisfactory background check which could include, but is not limited to, a criminal records check, and confirmation of education, professional registration, employment history, and references.
While only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview, be sure to continually check our website for other related positions as they are posted. Are you ready to join us? We are looking forward to hearing from you today!