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From the employer's careers site First seen 27 Oct 2026

Intermediate Metallurgical Engineer

WSP Saskatoon, SK mid full-time

Salary

$85,100 - $112,800 per year

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Description

This is your chance to be part of a team that's shaping the world's infrastructure, energy systems, and communities. As an Intermediate Metallurgist in our ERI Metals and Mining group, you will work within a multidisciplinary team dedicated to planning and executing studies and detailed engineering for new processing plants as well as upgrades to existing facilities.

Your Impact:

  • Support metallurgical studies and engineering projects for mineral processing facilities from concept through detailed design.
  • Collaborate with clients, project teams, and stakeholders to define project requirements and communicate technical findings.
  • Develop mass balances, process flow diagrams (PFDs), equipment sizing calculations, and process design criteria.
  • Coordinate laboratory and pilot-scale test work programs, analyze results, and translate findings into practical design recommendations.
  • Contribute to capital and operating cost estimates, technical reports, and study deliverables.
  • Assist in preparing technical specifications, procurement packages, and engineering documentation.
  • Work closely with senior engineers and project managers to deliver high-quality technical solutions on schedule and within budget.
  • Support innovation, continuous improvement, and the successful delivery of mining and metallurgical projects.

The Skills That Set You Apart:

  • Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline.
  • 5–10 years of relevant experience in mineral processing and metallurgical engineering.
  • Eligible for, or registered as, a P.Eng. with the appropriate provincial engineering association.
  • Experience developing process designs, mass balances, and equipment selection packages.
  • Familiarity with laboratory test work programs and interpretation of metallurgical results.
  • Experience in mining, consulting, engineering, or industrial processing environments.
  • Strong technical writing, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills; bilingualism (English/French) is considered an asset.

Why Choose WSP?

  • Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
  • A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
  • Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it's across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition , because your growth drives ours.
  • Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.

Compensation:

  • AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $85,100 - $112,800
  • MB & ON: $77,700 - $107,000
  • NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $76,900 - $102,100

Skills

Required

  • Metallurgical Engineering
  • Chemical Engineering
  • mineral processing
  • process design
  • mass balances
  • equipment selection
  • technical writing
  • analytical skills
  • problem-solving skills
  • communication skills
  • collaboration skills

Nice to have

Ready to apply?

You apply with the employer directly. Their original posting is here: https://emit.fa.ca3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_2001/job/97029

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