Principal Engineer and Expert, Iron Ore Processing

Principal Engineer and Expert, Iron Ore Processing Join to apply for the Principal Engineer and Expert, Iron Ore Processing role at BBA Consultants . BBA is a well‑established private Canadian firm that provides specialized engineering services in the natural resources industry, including iron ore processing. We currently seek a senior engineer with extensive expertise in iron ore processing, covering magnetic processes (low and high intensity), gravity separation (hydroclassifiers and spirals), concentrate drying and dewatering, flotation for high‑purity concentrates, bulk concentrate management, pelletizing, direct reduction processes, and operational experience. BBA is proud to pioneer green mining operations and to define the mine of the future. Responsibilities Provide metallurgical expertise for EPCM projects, studies, and client studies. Serve as a discipline lead, supervising junior and intermediate engineers. Lead metallurgical tests, guiding clients in project development. Conduct due‑diligence audits and manage preliminary economic, prefeasibility, and feasibility studies within multidisciplinary teams. Promote BBA expertise in the iron‑ore processing industry. Liaise with clients on technical matters and professionally present reports, publications, and briefings. Design and simulate mineralogical processes. Review and approve mass balances, process design criteria, PFDs, P&IDs, layouts, and technical specifications. Lead and participate in market analyses for local and worldwide iron‑ore projects. Prepare, review, and approve professional qualifications, expressions of interest, proposals, and service offerings. Take on interdisciplinary technical challenges to ensure factory acceptance tests and the implementation of optimization solutions are performed on time, safely, and cost effectively. Review, analyze, or develop PFDs, P&IDs, technical specifications, and evaluations, material land energy balances, and process design and operating parameters. Assess, select, and commission new technology to improve sustainability, efficiency, and profitability of client operations. Qualifications Bachelor’s or graduate degree in mineral processing, metallurgy, chemical engineering, or mining. At least 15 years of experience in mineral processing operations. Strong track record of successfully completing projects in the mining and metals industry. Qualified person as per CIM standards. Ability to travel frequently across Canada and abroad ( > 25 %). Canadian Professional engineer (P.Eng.) designation or eligible to obtain one. Advanced level of French and English to collaborate effectively with BBA offices and/or clients outside Québec. Benefits Annual base salary based on 37.5 hours weekly ($150,000–$205,000). Annual bonification program for all regular employees. Onsite mobility premium. Access to a time bank. Cellphone program. Group insurance plan starting day one, including short‑term and long‑term disability insurance. Pension plan. Vacation and sick leave. Premium offer through the Employee Referral Program. Culture & Our Commitment BBA has over 40 years of experience pushing engineering boundaries in the Energy and Natural Resources sector. Our teams work closely to deliver projects that shape the industry locally, nationally, and internationally. We value expertise, support innovation projects, offer flexible schedules combining office presence and telecommuting, and maintain eco‑mindful workspaces. BBA is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where every employee can excel, be heard, and feel respected. Job postings are written in gender‑neutral language. #J-18808-Ljbffr