The role – what you’ll do

Barr is seeking a senior process specialist to join our team. In this role, you will support our Engineering and Design business unit. The person in this position will provide leadership and work with multidisciplinary project teams, providing process engineering and technical expertise related to the processing and handling of potash, trona, and similar materials and chemicals.

A successful person in this role will have strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills. Experience with process safety and risk management in heavy industrial facilities is critical in this role. They possess exceptional organizational skills, can work in a fast-paced environment, and have a flexible working style. They are also willing to occasionally modify their schedule to meet deadlines and/or client needs.

Your impact – key responsibilities

• Project management: plans, schedules, and manages process engineering projects. Maintains strong relationships with key clients.

• Technical oversight: oversees process design, material and energy balances, and process modeling; process flow diagrams, piping and instrumentation diagrams; reports and equipment specifications; operating and controls philosophies; cost estimates; process safety and code reviews; construction work packages; operational troubleshooting; and startup and commissioning.

• Business development: leads teams in developing and executing strategies around marketing and business development across heavy industries, particularly mining. Builds and maintains key client relationships through outreach, conferences, and related activities, including international activity.

About the opportunity

• Hybrid/remote: a hybrid or remote work arrangement may be considered for this position. A hybrid arrangement refers to splitting time worked between a Barr office and a home office. This position can be based out of any of Barr's Canadian offices; certain remote locations will be considered and evaluated. 

• Travel expectation: approximately 5–10%.

• Work environment: ability to work in an office environment and ability to work in locations that involve rough terrain typical of construction, manufacturing, and/or rural outdoor sites with limited accessibility, moving machinery, and other conditions typical of industrial facilities. Candidates must be able to perform job duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

About you – required core competencies 

• Education: bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, applied chemistry, or similar.

• Experience:

• At least 10 years of related experience.

• Experience working at industrial sites, either as an operating engineer, project engineer, consultant, or executive.

• Experience working internationally on heavy industrial projects.

• Experience with large industrial studies and/or designs.

• Software: familiarity with basic Microsoft Office software packages, especially Excel.

• Driver’s license: possession of a current, valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

• Must be legally authorized to work in Canada without the need for sponsorship by Barr Ltd, now or in the future. 

Helpful additional experience (not required)

• 25 + years of related experience.

• Experience with gated project delivery method.

• Experience in heavy industrial operations and organizations related to mining.

Compensation: anticipated range of $160,000–$180,000. Compensation will vary based on relevant experience, education, skill level, and other compensable factors. Employees in this position may also be eligible for a discretionary cash bonus based on team and individual performance. This position is classified as an exempt (salaried) under the Fair Labor Standards Act.   

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About us - why choose Barr

At Barr, you'll join a community of engineers, scientists, and professionals who will help you achieve your ambitions and build a meaningful, rewarding career. You'll serve as a trusted advisor to clients who value Barr's tailored solutions and commitment to exceptional service.

As part of our employee-owned firm, you'll contribute to a culture of commitment and camaraderie where staff can thrive as professionals. We value diverse perspectives and experiences and believe an inclusive workplace is critical to our success.

To learn more about Barr's culture and values, visit: https://www.barr.com/Careers/Our-culture