Hydrometallurgy Engineering Trainee

Requisition ID: 97568 

Job Category: Engineering 

Location: Mississauga, ON, Canada 
 

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

If it isn't grown, it's mined. Our mining and metals teams help our clients to safely and sustainably mine the minerals and metals used in our everyday lives. Want to play a part of innovating and optimizing the mining life cycle on greenfield and brownfield facilities? Apply today!

Looking to take the next step in your career?

The Hatch Metals sector is seeking a dynamic Hydrometallurgy Engineering Trainee new graduate with interest in Process Engineering. Reporting to the Global Director, Hydrometallurgy, you will support projects locally and globally based out of our Mississauga office location. 

Hatch serves the world’s metals industry with studies, design, engineering, development of innovative technologies, and project and construction management through to commissioning and operations for both greenfield and brownfield facilities. 

As the metals industry faces new challenges and opportunities, our focus is on innovation. Join us in helping our clients develop new innovative and sustainable plants and to create measurable improvements to their operations throughout the entire mining lifecycle value chain. 

What Will a Career at Hatch Offer You:  

You will:

Be given opportunities to contribute to complex projects around the world in meaningful ways

Work on problems and gain experience in the office and on project sites 

Collaborate with diverse teams locally and globally

Work in an exciting environment where you can apply your academic learning on a daily basis

Gain relevant experience and support in obtaining your professional designation  

Benefit from formal and informal mentorship from some of the leading minds and authorities in the industry

Participate in local Professional Development Programs, Sustainability Week, Toastmasters, and more to develop your skills

Join in charitable, social, and sports activities with other Hatch employees  

We’re entrepreneurs with a technical soul. Our flat organizational structure creates an atmosphere of openness and participation. We build practical solutions that are safe, innovative, and sustainable. Our ultimate goal is to achieve no harm for our people, our clients, and our communities.

Responsibilities: 

Assist in studies for various commodities including lithium-ion battery chemical related projects

Preparation of design calculations and documentation and development of mass balance models in simulation software (METSIM, SysCAD, IDEAS etc.). 

Evaluate Process Alternatives and Equipment/Technology Selection

Evaluate Materials of Construction

Providing process design requirements to designers and overviewing their plant layout developments.

Preparing process equipment data sheets, including technical details and duties as required.

Ensuring process specifications portray the appropriate information and design intent.

Write Process Description and Control Philosophy

Working with the project team to prepare capital and operating cost estimates.

Providing technical input/direction and assigning work to designers, technicians and others, as required for various projects.

Liaise with clients, contractor representatives and/or project field personnel as necessary to assist with meeting key project deliverables. 

Education and Experience: 

Must be working towards graduating in 2026, or recently graduated, with a Chemical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering or Extractive Metallurgy degree from an accredited University.

Excel academically while being actively involved in extra-curricular and/or volunteer activities at school or in the community

Previous coop or summer work terms within metallurgical or chemical process plants or engineering is an asset 

Academic or work experience with process modelling, process equipment and developing process engineering deliverables is an asset

Willingness and ability to travel to project sites including remote sites

Competencies (knowledge, skill, attributes):

Good understanding of engineering and business fundamentals as they apply to engineering problems and projects 

Ability to learn quickly and to take on new challenges 

Collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal skills

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail 

Strong written and verbal communication skills 

Shows critical and creative thinking and problem solving, and brings forward solutions for our clients' toughest challenges

Adapts and embraces change

Compensation:

Range: $81,000.00 - $84,000.00

At Hatch, we are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. In accordance with legislated pay transparency requirements, the expected salary range for this position is based on current market data and aligned with internal pay structures to ensure consistency and fairness.

Your individual compensation within this range will depend on factors such as skills, experience, qualifications and location. In addition to base pay, our total rewards package may include performance-based incentives, comprehensive benefits, and other programs designed to support your well-being and growth.

Note: Applicants must submit a transcript (official or unofficial) upon application.

Why join us?

• Work with great people to make a difference
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
• Top employer

What we offer you?

• Flexible work environment
• Long term career development
• Think globally, work locally

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.

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