Shaft Project Engineer Saskatoon

NexGen Energy Ltd.; Saskatoon; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

NexGen Energy Ltd. is seeking a Shaft Project Engineer to support surface and underground shaft hoist works, ventilation systems, mine services, backfill, and material management.

You will coordinate with stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time and within scope, reporting to the Shaft Construction Manager. The role combines office and field work, with potential remote work from Saskatoon and occasional travel.

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized engineering degree program in mechanical, structural, or mining engineering; Bachelor's preferred.
• Internship/Co-Op experience with a mining company is a plus.
• Experience with shaft sinking, construction or operations is a plus.
• Strong technical and analytical skills; ability to apply engineering principles.
• Ability to work in office and field environments.
• Proficiency in engineering software and industry tools.

Responsibilities

• Review design and development of engineering projects.
• Prepare documentation for NexGen finance approval processes.
• Project management of service and material procurement packages.
• Assist with cost estimation, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Collaborate with senior engineers on technical problems.
• Review drawings, specs, and reports.
• Participate in field visits and inspections.
• Stay current with engineering tech and best practices.
• Communicate with other Project Development teams.
• Engage with internal NexGen resources, external contractors and suppliers.
• Ensure safety compliance.
• Contribute to process improvements and documentation.

Skills

Engineering degree

Mining internship

Shaft sinking exposure

Technical skills

Field and office work

Engineering software

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

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, 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.

Location

This position is either based at the Saskatoon NexGen office or remote with occasional travel to Saskatoon. The position schedule is Monday-Friday.

Key Responsibilities

(Including but not limited to)

Position Responsibilities (including but not limited to):

• 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 preparation of scopes of work, 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.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized engineering degree program in mechanical, structural, or mining engineering; preferred Bachelor's degree.
• Prior Internship or Co-Op experience with a mining company is a plus.
• Prior exposure to shaft sinking, construction or operations is a plus.
• Strong technical and analytical skills, with the ability to apply engineering principles to real-world challenges.
• Ability to work in both office and field environments.
• Proficiency and/or the ability to learn engineering software and tools commonly used in the industry.

Core Competencies

Communication

• Effective communication delivers information (verbal and written) in a timely, well organized, thoughtful, and engaging manner.
• Works collaboratively across functional teams, as the role will often work in collaboration with other engineers and professionals.
• Takes an initiative-taking approach to building relationships by actively participating as a prepared team member, demonstrating flexibility and respect for different work styles.

Work Management

• Plans, manages, and follows through to ensure the flow and timely completion of activities to deliver successful work results.
• Maintains quality and safety standards to ensure NexGen's Elite Standards are met across all work streams.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to recent technologies and industry standards.

Personal Accountability

• Takes responsibility for own actions and outcomes.
• Maintains effective and professional approach, demonstrating resilience and accountability in a fluid fast paced work environment.

Analytical/Critical Thinking

• Able to identify, articulate and problem solve for complex situations with consideration for outcomes.
• Provides clear and informative explanations to support effective decisions in line with company objectives.

Functional & Technical Skills

• Applies specialized knowledge in own area of expertise and openly shares information and knowledge with others.

About NexGen

NexGen Energy is a Canadian company focused on optimally developing the Rook I Project into the largest, low-cost producing uranium mine globally, incorporating the highest levels of environmental and social governance. The Company has a strong portfolio of highly prospective projects, including the Company's 100% owned Rook I property that is host to the high-grade Arrow Deposit (discovered February, 2014), South Arrow (discovered July, 2017), Harpoon (discovered August, 2016), Bow (discovered March, 2015), and the Cannon area (discovered April, 2016).

NexGen is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange, the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol NXE and on the Australian Securities Exchange under the ticker symbol NXG, and is headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia, with an operations office in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.