Engineering Services
Originally focused on the mining industry, the addition of Norwest Questa Engineering (NQE)and Norwest Applied Hydrology broadened our expertise to form an integrated full-service energy and mining consulting firm.
At Norwest we know how to successfully develop and optimize energy and minerals projects. Experience has taught us that a comprehensive approach is needed to assist clients in developing new ventures and enhancing the success of existing operations. Our expert teams are well versed in all phases of project development, from initial project planning through delivery of the product to the customer.
Our internationally based team of experts has extensive experience in:
Reservoir and petroleum engineering
Reservoir modeling and characterization, play generation, resource assessment, well testing, development and production planning,
Surface and underground mine engineering
Mine design and planning, equipment selection, cost estimating, benchmarking, efficiency studies, and computer simulation
Process engineering and materials handling
Coal preparation, minerals processing, facilities design, operations management consulting, construction management, start-up assistance.
Geotechnical engineering
General geotechnical engineering, site characterization, design review, risk assessment, mine reclamation planning and design, geo-hazard investigation and mitigation.
Resource development
Project evaluation, feasibility studies, engineering design, resource assessment, and development planning.
Resource utilization and economics
Fuel supply assessments, market and transportation studies, procurement assistance, and investment evaluation.
From specific equipment to overall mechanical requirements, personnel to systems management, Norwest integrates sound engineering fundamentals into every aspect of your project.