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Sedgman is currently recruiting for a Senior Process Designer, with hands-on experience working on projects ranging from conceptual design to detailed engineering. This person will be based out of our Vancouver office. 

The Senior Process Designer will be involved in the entire design process, from concept to detailed design. They will be working on mining and mineral processing projects across the country and internationally, collaborating with engineers to present our clients with unique solutions, producing and maintaining the process design documentation.

Come join a growing business and a winning team! 

Key Responsibilities

• Produce detailed design drawings for process plants, equipment, piping systems, utilities, and associated infrastructure. 

• Develop and maintain plant layouts and process design documentation from concept through detailed engineering phases. 

• Translate engineering specifications, sketches, and calculations into accurate and practical design drawings. 

• Collaborate with process, mechanical, structural, electrical, and project engineering teams to ensure integrated design solutions. 

• Prepare and develop process engineering deliverables including Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) and Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).

• Lead design reviews and provide input on constructability, drafting issues, and compliance with engineering standards. 

• Maintain drawing registers, track design progress, and manage document revisions throughout the project lifecycle. 

• Ensure all drawings and design deliverables comply with Sedgman standards, client requirements, and industry regulations. 

• Support project teams with reporting on design status, resource requirements, and schedule milestones. 

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives, quality management processes, and the development of standard design practices. 

• Utilize CAD and engineering design software (e.g., Autodesk, Revit and Bentley applications) to generate and update technical documentation. 

• Provide drafting support to the project teams in line with management direction from them whilst maximising individual and teams utilisation.

• Focus on meeting expectations for schedule, quality and client satisfaction 

• Check drafting deliverables for accuracy, completeness and adherence to design specifications & intent.

• Apply attention and diligence to uphold quality standards, and client requirements, to complete tasks efficiently.

About You

• Associate Diploma in CAD / Associate Degree in Engineering or equivalent.

• 7-10 year's industry experience in a drafting / design consultancy environment, preferably supporting mining, minerals processing, or heavy industries.

• Experience working on projects from conceptual design through to detailed engineering.

• Proven experience and proficiency with AutoCAD Plant 3D and Navisworks

• Professional experience in 3D modelling software such as SolidWorks, Inventor, Advanced Steel, Autodesk Forma, Autodesk Vault, Civil 3D and Plant3D will be an asset.

• Ability to work autonomously.

• Previous MS Office skills 

What is in it for you?

• Get to work on significant projects for the Canadian mining industry 

• Significant career growth potential 

• Access to world leading mentors across disciplines and commodities 

• Short term incentives (bonus) program 

• RRSP matching 

• Health and benefits package 

Salary Range: $90,000-115,000

The salary offered to the successful person for this position will consider education, experience, relevant skills and capability, geographic location and market conditions at the time of hire.

About Sedgman 
Sedgman Pty Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of CIMIC Group Limited- one of the world's leading international contractors and the world's largest contract miner- is a market leader in the design, construction, and operation of mineral processing plants for the global resources sector. Our specialized technical expertise, in PFS, FS and detailed engineering, delivery and our advanced commercial capabilities - enable us to provide complete solutions which are valued by our clients.

Sedgman Canada Limited is part of the CIMIC Group's mineral processing company and is a leading provider of mineral processing and associated infrastructure solutions to the global resources industry.

Our Mission is to generate sustainable returns for our shareholders by delivering projects for our clients while providing safe, rewarding and fulfilling careers for our people. We are a full project life cycle delivery company incorporating the development, project execution and ongoing operations phases of each project. Sedgman has offices in Australia, the Americas, Europe and Asia.

Our Values, The Sedgman Way:

At Sedgman, our principles support our mission and are a common bond. We can rely on each other for:

• Integrity:being respectful and honest with ourselves, our colleagues, our clients, our partners, our suppliers and shareholders and other stakeholders.

• Accountability:committing to what we are responsible for.

• Innovation:continually adapting and evolving for the future.

• Delivery:amplifying our ability to deliver to drive our reputation and credibility.

Sedgman is a proud equal opportunities employer, and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive, and barrier-free workplace that allows all our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success, and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates.

We strongly support and encourage candidates with Indigenous ancestry (First Nations, Inuit, Metis) to self- identify and apply.

Choose Sedgman as your employer of choice - we look forward to receiving your application!