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Role and Duties

The employee will have primary responsibility for providing technical leadership on projects with respect to the refractory design for hydrometallurgical equipment. This includes responsibility for material selection, bricking arrangements, thermal and mechanical analysis, specifications, supplier selection, quality assurance during fabrication and installation as well as forensic analysis and troubleshooting of existing refractory linings. The successful candidate will:

Define and contribute to projects’ scope, costs and benefits, schedule and implementation strategy.
Technically manage project execution teams consisting of a mix of internal resources, consultants, and contractors.
Review and approve drawings; oversee others responsible for update and creation of the drawings.
Conduct refractory supplier pre-qualification and manage refractory supplier relationships.
Conduct QA/QC inspections at suppliers’ facilities prior to products being shipped or at the project site.
Provide on-site supervision during construction and refractory installation phases of a project.
Conduct weekly project review meetings with the project execution team.
Develop plans for operational support of refractory-lined assets, including planning and execution of fitness-for-service inspections, dimensional surveys, data analysis, condition assessment, preventive maintenance, and re-lining activities.
Develop and conduct a training program to upgrade skills of project execution team members as needed to support the growth of the refractory practice.
Assist the leadership team through review of the relevant sections of proposals for key projects.
Identify and manage technology improvement projects, including approved R&D projects.
Identify patentable technology and assist the Director with the drafting of patent applications.
Assist with marketing of technology, including writing technical papers and participation in relevant industry meetings, workshops and conferences.

Required Skills and Abilities

The position requires a combination of knowledge in refractory production and quality control as well as field installation and experience working with material suppliers and installation contractors.

The selected candidate must have the following skills and experience:

Bachelor of Science degree in engineering with a major in material science or ceramics.
A minimum of 10 years practical experience in the use of refractory materials in hydrometallurgical applications with an excellent working knowledge of vessel lining design, operation and maintenance.
A minimum of 10 years of experience in refractory manufacturing, particularly involving the production, quality control, and installation of refractory brick and tile products, mortars and lining systems.
Good working knowledge of the technical aspects of refractory design in closely related areas; i.e. an understanding of the impacts of refractory linings on vessel deflection and structural containment.
Good working knowledge of relevant design practices, codes and standards.
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office 10 products such as Word, Excel, MS Project, and PowerPoint.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills (both oral and written) are required due to frequent interaction with management, technical personnel, manufacturing personnel, vendors and contractors.
Strong organizational skills are required to meet multiple task targets. The individual must demonstrate leadership skills to manage contractors, control budgets, and maintain scheduled commitments.
Good knowledge of project execution methodologies.
Ability to support and manage designers and/or engineers.
Ability to work independently and make sound technical decisions.
Strong customer/client focus.

Why join Hatch?

This role offers an opportunity to utilize problem solving and logic skills, collaborate with a team of world-recognized experts on challenging projects, develop innovative solutions, learn new skills, travel and work in interesting locations, long term career development, in a highly dynamic and flexible work environment.

Hatch has been named one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2023 by MediaCorp Canada for the seventh consecutive year, as reported by The Globe and Mail. The annual national competition recognizes industry-leading companies that offer innovative HR policies and outstanding work environments for employees.

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Why join us?

Work with great people to make a difference
Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
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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, 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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About Hatch

About the company:

Our organization is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. We embrace your visions as our own and partner with you to develop better ideas that are smarter, more efficient, and innovative. Our global network of 9,000 professionals work on the world’s toughest challenges. Our experience spans over 150 countries around the world in the metals, energy, infrastructure, digital, and investments market sectors.

We are employee-owned and independent—free to bring our best thinking to your business. Our exceptional, diverse teams combine vast engineering and business knowledge, working in partnership with our clients to develop market strategies, manage and optimize production, develop new game-changing technologies, and design and deliver complex capital projects.

We work closely with the communities in which we serve to ensure that our solutions optimize environmental protection, economic prosperity, social justice, and cultural vibrancy. We want their businesses, ecosystems, and communities to thrive, both now and into the future.

Our people are passionate about our corporate purpose and values. We believe in long-term relationships with our partners, and are committed to our clients’ lasting success.

We are “entrepreneurs with a technical soul.”

Quality:

At Hatch, we are committed to meeting and exceeding your expectations in all that we do. This commitment is enabled and supported by practices and processes embedded in all Hatch projects, which deliver real value to our clients.

Health & Safety:

The safety of our employees, visitors, and contractors is always top of mind. We work with our clients and partners, using structured systems and processes, to ensure safety, always.

Sustainability:

Sustainability requires the optimization of environmental, social, and economic outcomes. This ensures ecosystems are maintained, communities thrive, and society prospers, now and in the future. Sustainability is at the core of how we deliver value to our clients as a socially responsible company.

Indigenous Peoples Policy:

Our relationships with First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and Native Americans are based on the values of honesty, respect, and transparency. We understand that our ability to deliver successful projects on behalf of our clients is enhanced by our knowledge and understanding of the histories, cultures, protocols, values, aspirations, and governments of First Peoples across North America and Aboriginal communities around the world.

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