Senior Process Control Engineer

Role Title

Senior Process Control Engineer

Reports To

Metallurgical Manager

Direct Reports

No

Job Type

Full-time, Regular

Location:

Sahuarita, AZ

About Hudbay

Hudbay (TSX, NYSE: HBM) is a copper-focused mining company with three long-life operations and a world-class pipeline of copper growth projects in tier-one mining-friendly jurisdictions of Canada, Peru and the United States.

Hudbay’s operating portfolio includes the Constancia mine in Cusco (Peru), the Snow Lake operations in Manitoba (Canada) and the Copper Mountain mine in British Columbia (Canada). Copper is the primary metal produced by the company, which is complemented by meaningful gold production. Hudbay’s growth pipeline includes the Copper World project in Arizona, the Mason project in Nevada (United States), the Llaguen project in La Libertad (Peru) and several expansion and exploration opportunities near its existing operations.

The value Hudbay creates and the impact it has is embodied in its purpose statement: “We care about our people, our communities and our planet. Hudbay provides the metals the world needs. We work sustainably, transform lives and create better futures for communities.” Hudbay’s mission is to create sustainable value and strong returns by leveraging its core strengths in community relations, focused exploration, mine development and efficient operations.

Mission

To create sustainable value and strong returns by leveraging our core strengths in community relations, focused exploration, mine development and efficient operations .

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization .

Role Accountabilities

- Operational Readiness: Provide operational input into control system design and standards to ensure reliability, maintainability, and cybersecurity compliance.

- Design & Review: Review PFDs, P&IDs, control philosophies, and HMI standards from a usability perspective.

- Commissioning Support: Witness testing (FAT/SAT), validate operability, and support defect resolution during the plant startup phase.

- System Maintenance: Configure and maintain Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), and Human-Machine Interfaces (HMI).

- Optimization: Continuously monitor and optimize control strategies, loop tuning, and alarm performance to drive production throughput and recovery.

- Safety & Compliance: Execute area safety plans, contribute to health standards, and ensure all systems meet statutory and governance requirements.

- Technical Governance: Manage system backups, patching, and cybersecurity while acting as the site Subject Matter Expert (SME) for automation platforms.

- People Leadership: Mentor and coach technicians and junior engineers to foster technical competency and cross-functional collaboration.

Minimum Qualifications And Education

- Education: University Degree in Electrical Engineering, Metallurgical, Materials, Mechanical, or Control Systems Engineering.

- Experience: 6+ years of operational experience in process control or automation within mining, minerals processing, or heavy industry.

- Technical Knowledge:

- Hands-on experience supporting industrial control systems in operating plants.

- Ability to interpret P&IDs, control narratives, electrical drawings, and network diagrams.

- Expertise in Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and industrial networking protocols (Modbus, Profibus, etc.).

- Licensing: Must possess a current and valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications

- Advanced Education: Master’s degree or advanced certifications in Process Control, Automation, or Cybersecurity.

- Specialized Experience: Demonstrated experience specifically supporting Copper/Molybdenum (Cu/Mo) Concentrators and Leaching plants.

- Advanced Control Skills: Experience with Advanced Process Control (APC) tools, such as Model Predictive Control (MPC), fuzzy logic, and adaptive control.

- Project Experience: Direct experience with commissioning projects and large-scale operational technology (OT) rollouts.

Other Requirements

Physical – The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities may be required for this position.

Work Environment – The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work environment will necessitate work near moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions such as hot and/or dry conditions. Work will be conducted in locations where noise, fumes, dust, toxic or caustic chemicals, and vibration may exist.

Employee will be expected to drive a company vehicle, rental vehicle and/or his/her own vehicle in the course of performing the job, Employee must be able to perform the physical functions of operating a motor vehicle, including use of eyes, ears, arms, hands, legs, and feet. Employee must be able to prove that he/she has a current and valid driver's license.

Why Hudbay?

- At Hudbay, our values of Dignity & Respect, Caring, Openness, and Trustworthiness are embedded into our culture by the way we work and how we interact with one another.

- We pride ourselves in providing our employees with competitive total rewards that include:

- Annual performance bonuses

- Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits for you and your family.

- Company paid Life insurance, AD&D, Short- & Long-term Disability.

- 401(k) plan with employer contribution/match

- An Employee Share Purchase Plan with contribution matching

- Employee Assistance Program

- Paid time off, paid sick time and holiday pay.

- Regular performance appraisals to acknowledge our employees for their contributions, strengths and work well done.

Hudbay is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates may be required to undergo educational and criminal background checks. Chosen candidates will be required to successfully pass a physical and drug screening.