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DRA Global · 2 days ago

Principal Process Engineer

DRA Global Limited is an international engineering and project delivery group focused on the mining, minerals, and metals industry. They are seeking a Principal Process Engineer to lead process engineering deliverables and ensure successful execution of process engineering design activities for the Hudbay Project.

InfrastructureMineralMiningWater Purification

Responsibilities

Lead process engineering deliverables including PFDs, P&IDs, mass balances, and process equipment specifications
Drive metallurgical evaluation and peer review of estimates, schedules, proposals, and designs
Support and mentor process engineers and designers, ensuring alignment with industry standards and client requirements
Provide technical expertise during commissioning, troubleshooting, and operations support
Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, contractors, and clients to ensure integrated project execution
Manage design mark-ups, redlines, and discipline sign-off for engineering deliverables
Lead presentations and provide input for business development and proposals
Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and statutory requirements in all process designs
Maintain awareness of technical advances and innovation within mineral processing

Qualification

Mineral Processing EngineeringChemical EngineeringMetallurgical EngineeringProject ManagementLeadership ExperienceAnalytical SkillsFinancial AcumenProblem-Solving SkillsCommunication SkillsTeamwork Abilities

Required

Bachelor's degree in Mineral Processing, Chemical, or Metallurgical Engineering
Professional Engineer (P.Eng. or PE) license, or eligibility for registration
12+ years' mineral processing/chemical plant operation experience, preferably in an EPCM environment
10+ years in consulting with strong technical knowledge in a multi-functional environment
5+ years demonstrated leadership and management experience in a multinational, cross-functional team
Excellent analytical ability and problem-solving skills
Strong written and verbal communication
Project management and critical thinking skills
Financial and business acumen
Strong leadership, mentoring, and teamwork abilities
Ability to think methodically with high attention to detail
Proactive, accountable, and results-driven
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
Commitment to safety, innovation, and continuous improvement

Preferred

Experience with Hudbay projects or similar large-scale mining projects advantageous

Company

DRA Global

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Dra Global is a global engineering group delivering mining, mineral processing, energy, water treatment and infrastructure services.