Metallurgical Engineer

2 weeks ago


Montreal, Quebec, Canada BBA Full time

About BBA

BBA is a leading Canadian private company providing specialized engineering services in the natural resources sector, including iron ore processing. With over 40 years of experience, BBA offers a comprehensive range of services from feasibility studies to project implementation and operation support. Our firm relies on a pan-Canadian network of offices to deliver local, national, and international projects.

Our Culture

BBA is a dynamic and collaborative work environment that values expertise and innovation. We offer a stimulating and convivial atmosphere, where employees can grow professionally and personally. BBA is recognized as a top employer in Canada by Kincentric and is a member of the prestigious Platinum Club of well-managed companies. This achievement demonstrates our commitment to excellence and our unique relationships with employees and clients.

About the Role

We are seeking a senior metallurgist with extensive expertise in iron ore processing. The ideal candidate will have experience in magnetic separation (low and high intensity), gravity separation (hydroclassifiers and spirals), drying and dehydrating of concentrates, flotation for high-purity concentrate production, concentrate management, granulation, direct reduction processes, and operational experience. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to:

  • Provide metallurgical expertise for all aspects of projects and studies, including IAGC projects.
  • Lead discipline teams during studies and supervise junior and intermediate engineers.
  • Conduct metallurgical tests and guide clients in project development.
  • Perform due diligence audits and manage preliminary, pre-feasibility, and feasibility studies within multidisciplinary project teams.
  • Promote BBA's expertise in iron ore processing.
  • Ensure technical liaison with clients and present reports, publications, and presentations professionally.
  • Design and simulate mineral processing procedures.
  • Examine and approve mass balances, process design criteria, process flow diagrams, piping and instrumentation diagrams, plans, and technical specifications.
  • Lead market analyses for local and global iron ore projects and participate in them.
  • Prepare, examine, and approve professional qualifications, declarations of interest, and service proposals.
  • Address various interdisciplinary technical challenges to ensure that factory verifications and process optimization solutions are implemented on time, safely, and profitably.
  • Verify, analyze, or develop process flow diagrams, piping and instrumentation diagrams, specifications, and technical evaluations, material and energy balances, and process design and operation parameters.
  • Evaluate, select, and implement new technologies to improve sustainable development, efficiency, and profitability of client activities.

Requirements and Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in mineral processing, metallurgy, chemical engineering, or mining engineering.
  • Minimum 15 years of experience in mineral processing activities.
  • Completed projects in the mining and metals sector.
  • ICM-certified professional.
  • Ability to travel frequently in Canada or abroad (> 25%).
  • Member of the Order of Engineers of Quebec.
  • Bilingual (French and English).

What We Offer

  • A culture that values expertise.
  • Participation in innovation projects.
  • Flexible work schedule combining office presence and remote work.
  • Convenient, eco-friendly, and state-of-the-art workspaces.
  • A growing company offering multiple opportunities.
  • A generous retirement and insurance plan.


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