Senior Mechanical Engineer

Iamgold Corporation; Canada; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mid-tier gold producer in Canada is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to develop and improve maintenance strategies. This role involves analyzing reliability, troubleshooting mechanical issues, and supervising preparation of contract documents. The ideal candidate should have a post-secondary degree in Mechanical Engineering, 8+ years of experience, and knowledge of reliability best practices. A competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Benefits

Competitive Salary and Bonus

Extended Health, Dental and Insurance Coverage

Fitness & Wellness Subsidy

Registered Pension Plan with Company Match

Employee Share Purchase Plan with Company Match

Qualifications

• 8+ years of related work experience required.
• Eligibility for registration as an Engineer in Ontario (PEO).
• Previous experience in open pit mining or mineral processing preferred.
• Knowledge of reliability best practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement maintenance program compliance.
• Analyze reliability of components and processes.
• Investigate mechanical failures and propose improvements.
• Supervise installation and commissioning of mechanical systems.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking

Organizational skills

Education

Post-secondary degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CMMS

Maintenance software

Job description

IAMGOLD is a leading mid-tier Canadian gold producer with operating gold mines on three continents. We are in growth-mode, with a robust pipeline of development and exploration projects in Canada, South America and Africa.

At Côté Gold, we focus on what we contribute, not just what we extract. We believe that in order for prosperity to be sustained, it must be shared, it must support the well-being of our employees and our communities, and it must be achieved with minimal impact to the environment.

Côté Gold is being developed in partnership with the Mattagami First Nation, Flying Post First Nation and Métis Nation of Ontario, Region 3.

SENIOR MECHANICAL ENGINEER (MILL)

Reporting to the Chief Mechanical Engineer, the Senior Mechanical Engineer's role is to use their knowledge to develop, implement and improve the maintenance program. They are also responsible to develop strategies to improve plant reliability and to troubleshoot recurring mechanical issues to find the root cause and the solution to it.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and ensure compliance with the maintenance program.
• Originates and develops analysis methods to determine reliability of components, equipment and processes.
• Acquires and analyzes data. Prepares diagrams, charts, drawings, calculations and reports to define reliability problems and make recommendations for improvements.
• Conducts an analysis of reliability problems and investigates to determine the required reliability approach for the particular situation.
• Review maintenance plan modifications request.
• Develop standards jobs, methods and procedures for maintenance and operation of mechanical equipment.
• Investigate and analyze the root causes of recurring failures and propose solutions to eliminate problems.
• Use the CMMS to extract datas to work on the bad actors.
• Supervise and inspect the installation, modification and commissioning of mechanical systems.
• Develop maintenance standards, schedules and programs and provide guidance to industrial maintenance crews.
• Investigate mechanical failures or unexpected maintenance problems.
• Prepare contract documents and evaluate tenders for industrial maintenance.

Additional responsibilities include managing projects and modifications related to mechanical engineering, technically supporting the operation, engineering and maintenance teams, and working collaboratively with others to deliver innovative continuous improvement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field is required.
• Registration (or eligibility to register) as an Engineer in Ontario (PEO).
• A minimum of 8 years of related work experience.
• Previous experience in open pit mining or mineral processing is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of reliability best practices.
• Proficiency in computer applications and maintenance software.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to work independently and in team settings.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Good observational and analytical skills.
• Very organized individual.
• Strategic thinker with high degree of rigor.
• Effective change agent and team player.

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary and Bonus.
• Extended Health, Dental and Insurance Benefit Coverage.
• Health Spending Account.
• Fitness & Wellness Subsidy.
• Employee & Family Assistance Program.
• Registered Pension Plan with Company Match.
• Employee Share Purchase Plan with Company Match.
• TFSA & RRSP.
• Electric Vehicle Subsidy.

IAMGOLD is committed to treating all people in a way that respects their dignity and independence. Should you require any support or accommodation during the recruitment process or otherwise, please notify us when you apply and we will work to meet your accessibility needs.