Davin Knuutila
About Davin Knuutila
Davin Knuutila is a Process Engineer specializing in Industrial Minerals, currently employed at Hatch in Montreal, Canada, since 2011. He has a background in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering from McGill University and has held various engineering roles in both Canada and Australia.
Work at Hatch
Davin Knuutila has been employed at Hatch as a Process Engineer specializing in Industrial Minerals since 2011. His role involves developing and optimizing processes within the industrial minerals sector. Knuutila's extensive experience in engineering and research contributes to Hatch's commitment to delivering innovative solutions in the mining and minerals industry.
Education and Expertise
Davin Knuutila holds a Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) in Metallurgical Engineering Co-op from McGill University, which he completed from 1997 to 2002. He further advanced his education by obtaining a Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Materials Engineering from the same institution, graduating in 2009. His academic background provides a solid foundation for his work in process engineering and industrial minerals.
Background
Davin Knuutila's professional journey began with an internship at Kamax LP in 2000. He then transitioned to various roles, including a Graduate Student position at McGill University from 2005 to 2007, and a Research Engineer in Training at COREM from 2007 to 2009. Prior to his current role at Hatch, he worked as a Field Inspector at Inspec-Sol from 2009 to 2011 and served as an International Technology Transfer Agent at WMC Resources in Perth, Australia.
Professional Experience
Knuutila has accumulated diverse experience in the engineering field. His tenure at Inspec-Sol as a Field Inspector involved assessing and ensuring quality in mineral projects. At COREM, he gained hands-on experience in research and development, which further enhanced his technical skills. His role at WMC Resources involved facilitating technology transfer, showcasing his ability to work in international settings.