The company is currently seeking a professional to fill the role of Mining Mechanical Engineer at its mine operation. Located within 2-hour drive of The Thousand Islands, Lake Ontario shoreline, the Adirondack Mountains and world class skiing at Lake Placid. Explore Canada with Montreal and Ottawa only 2-3 hours away.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Under the direction of the Manager of Technical Services, the Mining Mechanical Engineer will have the following duties and responsibilities: Short, mid, and long-range planning for critical power, water, ventilation, compressed air, and drainage systems for the operating mind;
Power Distribution:
Manage high-voltage electrical networks, substations, and backup generators for surface and underground equipment;
Water and Drainage:
Design underground pumping networks to remove and recycle water from groundwater and production sources;
Ventilation and Airflow:
Oversee ventilation fans and networks to maintain appropriate airflow to working headings. Complete monthly ventilation survey;
Compressed Air:
Manage pipeline networks that deliver compressed air for pneumatic tools and drilling; Working knowledge of MSHA regulations preferred, but training will be available; Work collaboratively with all departments as needed; Perform other duties as assigned.
Competencies, Skills and Knowledge:
Ability to work in the United States; Preferred five to seven years of experience in mining or other industrial environment; Degree in electrical, civil, or mechanical engineering preferred; Experience with Deswik and/or Ventsim preferred; Technical report writing skills required; Strong written and verbal communication in English, critical thinking, and data analysis skills.
Must Have:
Underground (UG) ventilation experience. Mine infrastructure system experience, including power, pumping, and compressed-air systems. Ability to perform engineering analysis and produce technical reports. #Power_Systems #High_Voltage_Electrical_Networks #Substations #Backup_Generators #Water_Systems #Drainage_Systems #Underground_Pumping #Ventilation_Systems #Airflow #Ventilation_Surveys #Compressed_Air_Systems #Deswik #Ventsim #MSHA #Technical_Report_Writing #Engineering_Analysis #Data_Analysis #Critical_
Thinking Pay:
$80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) matching Health insurance Life insurance
Experience:
Underground (UG) ventilation: 7 years (Required) Mine infrastructure system: 5 years (Required) power, pumping, and compressed-air systems: 5 years (Required) perform engineering analysis and produce technical reports: 1 year (Required)