Chris Mc Guire, P.Eng
About Chris Mc Guire, P.Eng
Chris McGuire, P.Eng, is a Process Engineer at Hatch with over 11 years of experience in the field. He specializes in underground ventilation design and emission reduction systems, having worked on projects for various mining companies.
Work at Hatch
Chris Mc Guire has been employed at Hatch as a Process Engineer since 2013, accumulating over 11 years of experience in this role. Prior to this position, he worked as a Specialized Engineering Analysis and Design Student at Hatch for three months in 2012 in Mississauga, Ontario. In his current role, he leads the Ventilation and Cooling Area for Glencore's Onaping Depth Project, which is in the detailed engineering and execution phase.
Education and Expertise
Chris Mc Guire earned a Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) in Chemical Engineering from the University of Waterloo, where he studied from 2008 to 2013. His expertise includes underground ventilation design, site survey, and model calibration for various mining operations. He has specialized knowledge in designing systems for SO2 treatment, mercury abatement, dust suppression, and toxic emission reduction in high-temperature pyrometallurgical plants.
Background
Chris Mc Guire completed his high school education at White Oaks Secondary School, obtaining a High School Diploma from 2005 to 2008. His early career included roles such as Quality Control Technician at Saint-Gobain Abrasives in 2010, Manufacturing Team Leader at PepsiCo - Frito Lay in 2011, and Supply Chain Intern at PepsiCo Canada in 2012. He also worked as an Undergraduate Researcher at the University of Waterloo in 2010.
Technical Skills
Chris Mc Guire possesses a high degree of technical computer proficiency. His skills include expertise in software such as Ventsim Visual, Excel, Visual Basic, and MATLAB. These technical abilities support his work in engineering analysis and design, particularly in the areas of ventilation and cooling systems for mining projects.
Experience in Mining Projects
Chris Mc Guire has significant experience in the mining sector, having worked on ventilation design and site survey/model calibration for multiple mines. His project involvement includes Glencore's Craig and Nickel Rim South Mines, Resolution Copper, and Lundin Eagle Mine. His contributions to these projects focus on enhancing safety and efficiency in mining operations.