Civil Mining Engineer – Independent Contractor
EXP
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: St. John's • Canada
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Salary
💰 CA$100 - CA$150 per hour
About the role
- Inspect new and existing mining sites to determine the best ways to extract specific materials from the ground. This includes visiting sites in person and using maps and geological data to estimate material reserves.
- Provide mining engineering and design services for underground mine studies, such as scoping, prefeasibility, feasibility, detailed design, and NI 43-101 technical reports.
- Coordinate mining engineering projects with the mining team and other engineering disciplines, such as electrical/Instrumentation, mechanical, civil/structural/Architectural, etc.
- In collaboration with the Mining Designer, oversee the preparation of mining engineering drawings.
- Complete routine reporting and other documentation as required.
- Communicate effectively and professionally with other team members.
- Ensure compliance with all OSHA and company safety policies and procedures; Mining engineers follow safety regulations set forth by the company and local, state, and federal laws.
- Prepare mining equipment specifications and assist with mining equipment procurement.
- Prepare technical specifications based on input received from other disciplines.
- Prepare and contribute to technical memos and reports, within areas of expertise.
- Provide input to engineering, CAPEX and OPEX cost estimates.
- Design mine infrastructures, ventilation systems, backfill systems and mining services.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Mining Engineering or equivalent degree.
- Registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) within the province is mandatory.
- Minimum 15+ years project engineering experience.
- High level of proficiency underground mining design and planning software packages such as Deswik, Datamine, Vulcan, Surpac, or Minesight.
- Understanding of the various components required to make a mine a successful operation (processing, tailings, infrastructure).
- Operational experience with underground mining, cut & fill, bulk mining (VRM), sub-level block caving and block caving.
- Organized, self-motivated, pro-active, detail-oriented, and have good communication skills.
- Sound understanding of Design Engineering codes and technical standards.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, etc.) products.
- AutoCAD, MicroStation experience required.
- Extensive knowledge in engineering standards, codes, and guidelines.
- Knowledge of mining-related processes a definite asset.
- Ability to function with minimal supervision.
- Experience in the use of procedures and workflows in the execution of projects.
Benefits
- EXP subscribes to the Workplace Equity Program. Applications from women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous peoples and persons with disabilities are encouraged. Persons with disabilities can obtain accommodation for the selection process by contacting us at the following email address: hrsupport@exp.com.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
underground mining designmining engineeringproject engineeringcost estimationtechnical specificationsmine infrastructure designventilation systems designbackfill systems designmining services designgeological data analysis
Soft Skills
communication skillsorganizational skillsself-motivatedpro-activedetail-orientedteam coordinationprofessionalismminimal supervisionreportingcollaboration
Certifications
Bachelor of Science in Mining EngineeringProfessional Engineer (P.Eng.)