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Senior Process Engineer

Company: Eriez

Job Location: Erie, Pennsylvania, United States

Job Type: FULL_TIME - (ON_SITE)

Date Posted: April 05, 2025

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About the Role:

The Senior Process Engineer is a dynamic leader and problem-solver with a passion for innovation in the mining industry. They consult internationally, manage testing programs, mentor junior engineers, and optimize processes. With strong communication skills and adaptability, they thrive in fast-paced environments. Their role involves fostering global client relationships, leading laboratory and pilot-scale test programs, and deriving complex technical solutions. This professional combines technical expertise with leadership, making a substantial impact on Eriez USA's business.

Technical/Functional Responsibilities

  • Technical consultant to a broad range of international customers to determine proper applications for Eriez’ flotation equipment to suit customer needs
  • Management of flotation testing programs at Eriez’ global flotation laboratory including project management, data analysis, reporting, and presentation of results
  • Lead and mentor junior and intermediate engineers
  • Participation in pilot-scale test programs at customer sites in support of global capital equipment sales opportunities
  • Inspection of equipment installation at customer sites, and participation in start-up and commissioning duties
  • Support of North America aftermarket services including visits to customer sites and process assessments to optimize column performance and debottleneck circuit capacity
  • Determination of flotation flow sheets and circuit configuration, including sizing of Eriez’ flotation equipment
  • Preparation of process engineering deliverables for capital equipment orders, including P&IDs, instrument lists, instrument data sheets, control philosophy, instrument and spares list and instrument data sheets
  • Support product development and commercialization efforts in support of global product management organization
  • Lead the preparation of technical proposals
  • Preparation of technical papers and presentations based on work conducted
  • Domestic and International Travel (Can be up to 25%, at times for up to 2 weeks)
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited university (e.g. mining, mineral processing, metallurgy, chemical, materials, etc.)
  • Master’s degree in engineering from an accredited university is desirable
  • Eligibility for registration as a Professional Engineer in the USA is desirable
  • 8-10 years mining industry experience in an engineering and/or operations role
  • Familiarity with mineral processing concepts (especially froth flotation), practices, and procedures
  • Communication and leadership skills combined with the ability to provide advanced technical solutions and problem-solve are essential to the role
  • Detail orientated, organized with strong planning and coordination skills
  • Able to respond quickly to change and adapt to new requirements
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Able to effectively multitask, prioritize activities and deliver work in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong computer skills and familiarity with programs such as MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, and Autocad
  • Fluency in English with good verbal and written skills
  • Able to communicate in other languages is an asset (e.g. Spanish, French, Arabic, Mandarin, etc.)
  • Able to travel internationally to perform site visits and support business meetings
  • 401(k)
  • Employer 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Eriez is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is clear: there shall be no discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, race/ethnicity, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, or sexual orientation.

We are an inclusive organization and actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills, and potential. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.

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“W. P. Kinsella”
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