Associate Technical Consultant

Worley•Vancouver, BC

4d•$163,863 - $240,975•Hybrid

About The Position

This position supports Worley Consulting’s Autonomous Mining & Technology initiatives by providing high-quality technical solutions, documentation, analytical support, and coordination across Mine Automation & Technology projects, across Canada, the U.S., and South America. The iROC Mining Technical Consultant supports Worley Consulting’s Autonomous & Operatonal Technology initiatives by enabling successful delivery of automation and integrated remote operations center (iROC) solutions. The role provides technical coordination, analysis, and high-quality documentation to help clients define requirements, evaluate technology options, and execute projects that improve safety, reliability, and productivity across surface and/or underground operations.

Requirements

Significant experience in mining operations, projects, or consulting, with exposure to automation, Tele remote or autonomous systems.
Demonstrated experience with iROC design, implementation and operation
Experience implementing an iROC at scale in a working mine is critical
Knowledge of production KPIs (throughput, recovery, equipment utilization)
Understanding controls integration and hands-on experience with SCADA / DCS systems / PLC systems / Real-time data acquisition and historian systems.
Experience with data pipelines and industrial IoT architectures
Able to articulate what decisions an iROC provides and the value it has to transform operations
Able to articulate and manage the design of end-to-end architectures (edge → network → cloud → control room) across OT systems (fleet management, plant control, maintenance)
Experience designing control rooms / operator workflows with an understanding of alarm management and cognitive load
Familiarity with standards like International Organization for Standardization (e.g., ergonomics, control room design)
Ability to map roles: what stays onsite vs moves to iROC
Experience leading multi-site digital transformation projects including stakeholder alignment (operations, IT, maintenance, leadership) and change management in traditionally conservative environments
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a practical engineering mindset.
Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly and succinctly with operations, technical teams, OEMs, and client stakeholders
Comfortable working in multidisciplinary teams across engineering and digital domains.
Self-motivated, adaptable, and capable of managing multiple workstreams.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently while integrating effectively with project teams.
Proactive, self-motivated, and results-driven mindset.
Able to identify novel and innovative solutions to tough business problems and advocate them to the client
Exposure to autonomous haulage systems, remote drilling, etc.
Understanding of what works vs. what fails in iROC deployments
Degree in Mining Engineering or related engineering discipline (Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Controls, Computer)
Training or familiarity with mining safety standards (e.g., MSHA or equivalent)

Nice To Haves

Experience with a company well known for advanced deployment of iROCs is a plus
Experience integrating one or more of these systems a plus.
Professional Engineer (P.Eng. / P.E.) preferred where applicable
Exposure to data, analytics, or digital mining platforms is increasingly valued

Responsibilities

Partner with SMEs and multidisciplinary teams to coordinate work packages and align technical inputs to scope, schedule, and client standards.
Develop and maintain high-quality technical deliverables (reports, market/technology assessments, presentations, and automation documentation) that support recommendations and project decisions.
Analyze and synthesize technical information across automation, and digital systems, applying Worley quality processes and improving documentation/knowledge practices.
Support Mining Automation and Technology Subject Matter Experts across autonomous mining and technology projects.
Create, consolidate, and maintain high-quality technical deliverables including reports, market analysis, presentations, and automation deliverables for the client.
Ensure consistency and alignment of technical content with project requirements and standards.
Analyze and interpret technical information to support decision-making and recommendations.
Support execution of assigned work packages with a high level of independence.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams including, telecom, mechatronics, digital, automation, and consulting disciplines.
Provide clear and effective written and verbal communication to internal and external stakeholders
Apply Worley processes, systems, and quality requirements consistently.
Support continuous improvement of documentation workflows and knowledge management practices.