Shaft Engineer

JDS Energy & Mining Inc.; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

JDS Energy & Mining Inc. in Saskatoon seeks a Shaft Project Engineer to support surface and underground shaft hoist works, ventilation systems, mine services, and backfill projects.

The role requires initiative to work with limited guidance and coordination with NexGen and external contractors. You will review designs, manage procurement packages, assist with cost estimation, scheduling, and resource allocation, and ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Experience in engineering project design and development.
• Strong coordination with stakeholders and teams.
• Familiarity with cost estimation and scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing and providing input during the design and development of engineering projects.
• Coordinating procurement packages, bid clarifications, and vendor management post-contract award.
• Assisting with project planning, including cost estimation, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Collaborating with senior engineers to address technical problems.
• Reviewing engineering drawings, specifications, and reports.
• Participating in field visits to gather data and ensure compliance with project requirements.

Skills

Project coordination

Stakeholder management

Cost estimation

Scheduling

Field inspections

Job description

The individual appointed to this position will report directly to the Shaft Construction Manager. The Shaft Project Engineer will be responsible for supporting a variety of projects including the surface and underground related shaft hoist works, surface and underground mine ventilation systems, mine services, mine backfill, and underground material management systems. The role requires strong initiative to work without constant guidance, technical expertise, and the ability to coordinate with various stakeholders to ensure the successful completion of the various projects. We are looking for a highly motivated self-starter who is comfortable being on a small team while working in a growth-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing and providing input during the design and development of engineering projects.
• Ensuring required documentation is assembled and provided to the NexGen finance team as part of financial approval processes.
• Project management of service and material procurement packages. Including but not limited to coordination of the combining of technical and commercial documents, ensuring bidder clarifications are answered, assisting in bid evaluations, and managing of vendors post contract award.
• Assisting with project planning, including cost estimation, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Collaborating with senior engineers and other team members to provide input on technical problems
• Reviewing of engineering drawings, specifications, and reports.
• Participating in field visits and inspections to gather data and ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Staying current with advancements in engineering technology and best practices.
• Communicate and provide information to other Project Development teams.
• Engage with project stakeholders, including internal NexGen resources, external contractors and suppliers.
• Ensure adherence to safety regulations and company policies.
• Contribute to process improvements and innovative solutions.
• Maintain project documentation and report progress.