Process Engineering Intern, High Pressure Metallurgy

Requisition ID: 94312 

Job Category: Campus; Metals 

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 get the most out of your upcoming internship?

Hatch is seeking a highly motivated Process Engineering (High Pressure Metallurgy) Intern with an interest in metals processing for a 12 – 16-month internship starting May 2025. Reporting to the Global Director of High-Pressure Metallurgy, you will support local and international projects working from our Mississauga Head Office.  

The High-Pressure Metallurgy Group is part of the global Hatch Metals team. High Pressure Metallurgy is responsible for the design, construction, and commissioning of pressure oxidization and leaching facilities used globally for the recovery of minerals such as gold, silver, nickel, uranium, amongst other precious metals.

What a Co-op at Hatch Will Offer You:  

You will:  

• Be given opportunities to contribute to complex projects 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  
• Benefit from informal mentorship from some of the leading minds and authorities in the industry  
• Participate in local lunch and learns, Student Showcase, 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.  

As the successful candidate, you will:  

• Gain experience in a variety of technical areas by working closely with our team of process engineers. 
• Act as a technical resource on challenging projects where you will apply analytical, conceptual, research, and planning skills to the development of metallurgical processes for economic evaluation and installation. 
• Be involved in various types of process study, depending on the project, but will include such activities as process benchmarking and process development applying the tools of process design criteria creation, mass and energy balancing and process flow diagram generation.
• Work closely with experienced engineers who will provide guidance and mentoring.
• Apply and develop their knowledge in such fields as process design, mass and energy balancing, and process cost modeling.
• Be exposed to modern design tools, including MetSim® modeling, process equipment sizing tools and complex calculation software.
   

You bring to the role: 

• Enrolled in as a 3rd or 4th year student in Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering or Mineral Processing Program from an accredited University.
• Strong academic record.  
• Ability to evaluate metals (copper, nickel, cobalt, lead, zinc, tin, lithium, potash, phosphate, vanadium, uranium etc.) processes by applying concepts of chemistry, heat and mass transfer, and thermodynamics to assist in the process modeling and design of process plants. 
• Ability to effectively utilize written and oral communication skills to describe, depict and explain their work to other team members.  
• Must have proven skills with MS Excel, Word, and Power Point.  

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  
• Highly motivated, with a positive attitude and an ability to understand innovation 
• Adapts and embraces change  

To be considered, you must submit:  cover letter, resume and unofficial or official transcript.  

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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