Engineer, Processing, Water Operations

Elk Valley Resources•Sparwood, BC

4d•CA$108,000 - CA$133,000•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Senior Engineer Supervisor, Process, the Engineer, Processing, Water Operations, is responsible for process data analysis and execution of continuous improvement initiatives at various water treatment facilities in the Elk Valley, supporting a rapidly expanding operations team. This is a great opportunity to join a team of hardworking professionals in a growing and technically advancing field. The technology we are using represents some of the most sophisticated selenium, nitrate, and sulphate removal technology in the world - working to advance the objectives of the Elk Valley Water Quality Plan. To be successful, we are looking for a highly motivated and resourceful leader with strong learning agility and with exceptional interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills, who can effectively learn from and engage with professionals across departments and at varying levels of the organization; someone with strong attention to detail, problem-solving, troubleshooting, decision-making, analytical and organizational abilities; This position requires a flexible individual who can adapt to changing needs in fast-paced environment, and who can work with nominal supervision using a collaborative approach on a team that tackles complex and novel issues. The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker who can drive and keep pace with change and innovation. Join us in the breathtaking Elk Valley of British Columbia. Here you will find outdoor adventure at your fingertips. Whether it's biking and skiing, or the laid-back atmosphere of fishing and hiking, there is something for everyone! Working a compressed work week with alternating Fridays off, come experience what work life balance is all about!

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering such as chemical, biological, mineral, or civil
Minimum 2 years of experience focused on water/wastewater treatment
Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation
Strong understanding of process engineering fundamentals such as mass balances, fluid mechanics, and equipment sizing/selection
Facility commissioning/operation experience is a strong asset
Experience with selenium, nitrate and sulphate treatment is a strong asset
Valid Class 5 Driver’s License or equivalent

Responsibilities

Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies
Collaborate with others to deliver value, contributing to the goals of Elk Valley Water Quality Plan
Optimize site operations by analyzing process data and making recommendations for troubleshooting, debottlenecking and continuous improvement
Develop test plans, provide oversight, and actively participate in test execution – including working closely with operations to develop operating work instructions, management and data analysis of test results, and documentation of results through formal reports
Lead/develop/implement process-related MOCs (Management of Change)
Conduct engineering design, check, and review for projects
Coach junior staff such as technicians and coops