Junior Engineer (geotechnical, mining &/or mineral processing)

About Us

Minpraxis Solutions focuses on transferring cutting-edge R&D into real solutions for mine developers and operators. As an award-winning Vancouver-based company we deliver transformative products and engineering to the minerals industry.

We are looking for a self-starting individual who is eager to apply their experience and skills from working in the fields of geotechnical engineering, mining and/or mineral processing to the development of an exciting new mining technology.

About the Role

This position is ideal for a junior engineer who wants to be part of a small, dynamic team. You will work directly with the Lead Application Engineer and CEO to help roll out an innovative new product for the geotechnical and metallurgical characterization of rock samples.

The successful candidate must be open to working across both mining engineering (including geotechnical) and mineral processing disciplines.

The role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the development and deployment of cutting-edge technology and to see the real-world impact of your work.

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) based at the UBC Point Grey Campus, with a mix of on-site and remote work. Some travel (domestic and international) for site work will be required.

JOB DESCRIPTION / WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

Your primary responsibility will be to assist with rolling out an innovative new technology. In particular, you will:

● Assist in designing and executing geotechnical and geometallurgical test programs

● Analyze and summarize test data, and present findings through reports and presentations

● Communicate results effectively to clients

● Help coordinate pilot test programs at client sites

● Support the design and execution of R&D programs to advance the technology

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

● Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mining Engineering (mining, geotechnical, or mineral processing focus), Geological Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a related field

● Familiarity with geotechnical or geometallurgical testing programs, and basic understanding of standard lab and field tests

● Proficient in Microsoft Excel (e.g., formulas, pivot tables, charting) and Word (technical reporting and formatting)

● Strong attention to detail in working with data, formatting, and documentation

● Proactive, adaptable, and comfortable working independently or in small teams

● English skills (ability to effectively communicate via written and spoken English)

● Able to work 40 hours per week consistently, with a mix of on-site and remote work

● Willing and able to travel for site-based work (domestic and international, including the U.S. and Australia)

● Valid driver’s license

NICE-TO-HAVE SKILLS

● Experience or coursework covering both mining and mineral processing, with interest in working across both fields

● Proficiency in Python for data analysis and processing (e.g., pandas, NumPy, matplotlib, scikit-learn)

● Experience analyzing and visualizing experimental test data

● Hands-on experience working with tools, equipment, or physical samples

● Interest in early-stage technology development and working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where responsibilities can shift quickly based on business needs

● Familiarity with downhole logging, assay data, or drill core sampling workflows

● Registered with EGBC (or eligible for registration)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00-$70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

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Extended health care

Schedule:

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Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

Education:

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Bachelor's Degree (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-07-12

Expected start date: 2025-08-04