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Engineer, Pyrometallurgical Processes


Company : bba


Location : Toronto, Ontario


Created : 2026-01-25


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Type of position: Regular Our future role on the team BBA is currently seeking an engineer in Pyrometallurgical Processes to provide high quality consulting services to its growing client base in hightemperature metallurgical operations. As a Process Engineer, youll help develop process solutions and participate in studies aimed at defining new processes or supporting business development initiatives to modernise and decarbonise existing processes worldwide. You must have at least seven (7) years of experience in pyrometallurgical design and be able to explain and present your designs to client teams. Your practice will include designing complex metallurgical flowsheets and running simulations for operations, such as drying, prereduction, preheating, roasting, smelting, converting and fire refining. Youll also need knowledge or experience in raw material handling and in managing process gases and fugitive emissions. Knowledge of acid plants and electrorefining would be an asset. With us, youll get the opportunity to Be an active member of a multidisciplinary team specialised in hightemperature engineering Tackle a range of multidisciplinary technical challenges to help deliver profitable, safe and timely completion of plant audits and processoptimisation solutions Help evaluate, select and commission new technologies that improve the safety, efficiency and profitability of client operations Help prepare proposals Serve as a technical link with clients and present reports, publications and presentations Develop a network of contacts with suppliers and clients Do your qualities and goals match the BBA culture? Be a team player and communicate well within a multidisciplinary engineering team Have strong analytical skills with a keen interest in and solid understanding of hightemperature metallurgical processes Demonstrate enthusiasm for business development and growth, with a commitment to generating valueadding opportunities Have excellent communication and presentation skills, both spoken and written Work independently and adapt easily to change Be creative and innovative in proposing solutions Be proactive and clientoriented Have a passion and talent for training and mentoring junior engineers, and be open to being mentored yourself in a spirit of knowledge sharing Be willing to get involved in universitylevel activities to help develop pyrometallurgy skills in North America The experience you bring Undergraduate or graduate degree in metallurgy or chemical engineering from a recognised university At least seven (7) years of experience in pyrometallurgical design and development in base, precious or specialised metals Experience in hightemperature process simulation or design, with a strong desire to keep up to date with design tools Ability to register as a professional engineer in Canada Active participation and representation of BBA at conferences and university events Occasional travel within Canada or abroad required About BBA For over 40 years, weve been pushing the boundaries of engineering to serve our clients in the Energy and Natural Resources sector. At BBA, we develop innovative, flexible and sustainable solutions, from strategy to execution. BBA is one of Canadas leading private consulting engineering firms, focused on practice (PCB), with a network of 15 offices. Our teams work closely to deliver projects that shape tomorrows industry at the local, national and international levels. Our peoples passion and excellence make BBA a Canadas Best Employer and one of Canadas Best Managed Companies. We have unique talents, and were committed to providing a workplace where you can be yourself. Job postings are written in genderneutral language. Learn more about us by visiting our LinkedIn page and join the networks of our talent attraction specialists to speak with them directly. #J-18808-Ljbffr