Principal Process Engineer
Principal Process Engineer - Mining, Brisbane
At Stantec – Energy & Resources, we are designers, engineers and project managers, we take pride in providing innovative solutions that balance production goals with good stewardship, environmental sustainability and regulatory requirements. Together we innovate at the intersection of community, creativity and client relationships. Balancing these priorities results in projects that advance the quality of life in communities across the globe.
The Opportunity
As the Principal Process Engineer with a strong background in the mining industry, you will play a critical role in leading and developing our process engineering discipline, setting high standards of quality, cost efficiency, and timely project delivery. In this role, you will be instrumental in shaping and implementing business strategies, actively contributing to the growth of the Energy & Resources Business.
The Principal Process Engineer provides technical leadership across complex, multi-disciplinary mining projects, supporting and mentoring engineers, designers, clients, and stakeholders to achieve outstanding project outcomes.
This position has a significant focus on business development and collaboration, working with both internal and external clients to identify and pursue new opportunities. You will also represent Stantec in the broader industry, building relationships and elevating our brand.
What we offer
Along with a competitive salary we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development & wellbeing is ongoing.
- Flexible Working Arrangements including purchasing up to 4 weeks additional leave
- Learning and Talent Development Programs including global programmes and online learning
- Mentoring for your own development
- Professional Memberships
- Salary Continuation Insurance (SCI)
- Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs
- Service Recognition Awards
- Employee Assistance Program
About us
The Stantec community unites approximately 31,000 employees working in over 400 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring mining, water, transport, environment, community development and energy projects to life. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction and commissioning is built on a 65+ year history. So, when we take on a project, we see the opportunity to make a lasting connection with the people and places where we live and work.
How to apply
If this position is of interest, please apply via the link below as short listing for this position will commence immediately.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. To those applicants not short listed, we extend our appreciation for considering Stantec as a potential employer.
To be successful in this role:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering – Chemical.
- Minimum 12+ years of progressively responsible technical and management experience within the mining industry
- Experience working with critical minerals (preferred)
- Professional registration and commitment to gain appropriate Australian registration.
- Project Management experience and certifications
- Development of a strong network in the local and national marketplace.
- Exceptional organisational, technical, leadership, written and oral communication skills.
You will have proven experience successfully delivery complex projects, working with high performing teams. Excellent organisation and time management skills are a given, along with a high level of financial competency, and an ability to prioritise tasks and multi-task to ensure deadlines are achieved.