Senior Underground Equipment Specialist

Dyno Nobel; Northwestern Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in explosives technology is seeking a Sr. Underground Equipment Specialist. This role combines field and home office work, focusing on MPU commissioning and design compliance. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience, with strong skills in troubleshooting, machinery knowledge, and solid communication abilities. The position offers a supportive work environment, paid vacation, and health benefits.

Benefits

Paid vacation time

Health Care

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

RRSP + RPP after 1 year

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or extensive underground experience.
• Demonstrated skill in an industrial environment required.
• Must pass an ATF background check for explosives handling.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for MPU commissioning efforts.
• Ensure compliance with engineering and design standards.
• Write User and Operations manuals for new equipment designs.
• Directly interface with MPU manufacturers on design reviews.

Skills

Troubleshooting equipment and ancillary systems

Strong knowledge of machinery

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Electrical systems

Good communication skills

Working knowledge of CAD 2-D and 3-D software

Familiarity with Microsoft Word

Familiarity with Microsoft Excel

Familiarity with Microsoft PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

10+ years equivalent underground working experience

Job description

*This role is not tied to a single location or office; it combines time spent working in the field with work performed from a home office.*

Who We Are

Dyno Nobel is a global leader in commercial explosives, manufacturing and blasting technology, delivering innovative solutions to the mining, quarry, construction, and seismic industries. With a legacy of safety, performance, and technical excellence, Dyno Nobel is known for pushing the boundaries of what's possible in commercial explosives—helping customers optimize operations, improve productivity, and reduce environmental impact. Backed by a team of dedicated professionals and a commitment to continuous improvement, Dyno Nobel sets the standard for reliable and responsible blasting manufacturing and services worldwide.

What You’ll Do

As a Sr. Underground Equipment Specialist, you will provide immediate support of MPU commissioning efforts and follow-on field support when required. You will be responsible for providing a critical engineering resource that will allow other subject experts to focus on high priority R&D projects. Other duties include:

• Provide oversight of key MPU manufacturers.
• Position to provide leading candidate for Dyno Nobel Americas
• Ensure compliance with applicable Company Engineering and Design Standards for the manufacture of explosives and hazardous materials.
• Ensure compliance with applicable HSE rules, regulations, and standards
• Ensure design and construction meets the customers’ requirements in all aspects.
• Ensure the overall project scope of work is within budget and schedule
• Write User and Operations manuals for new equipment designs.
• Organize, prioritize and execute several projects simultaneously.
• Write and maintain Dyno Nobel Americas Mobile Processing Unit (MPU) specification for use by manufacturers.
• Directly interface with MPU manufacturers on equipment design reviews and fabrication activities.
• Travel is expected to be 50% - the length of each trip will vary depending on the project

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering or 10+ years equivalent underground working experience
• 5+ years demonstrated skill in an industrial/manufacturing environment with emphasis on trouble shooting equipment and ancillary systems.
• Strong knowledge of machinery, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems.
• Good communication skills, verbal and written, are necessary as well as the ability to work closely with craft personnel, equipment vendors and manufacturers
• Working knowledge of CAD 2-D and 3-D software
• Familiar with various Microsoft software applications, including Word, Excel and Power Point.
• Must be willing to undergo and pass an ATF background check as required to be a possessor of explosives
• Positive attitude, friendly demeanor, and team player.

What We Offer

• Paid vacation time + paid holidays
• Health Care + Life insurance + AD&D
• RRSP + RPP (after 1 year of continuous employment)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Friendly and supportive coworkers

Zero Harm for Everyone Everywhere

Value People – Respect, Recognize & Reward

Think Customer. Everyone. Every day

Treat the Business as our Own

Care for the Community & our Environment

Challenge & Improve the Status Quo

Deliver on our Promises

Women, veterans, members of First Nations, indigenous people, and Métis are strongly encouraged to apply. Dyno Nobel is an equal employment opportunity employer and will give all qualified applicants consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

*Dyno Nobel does not accept unsolicited agency resumes without prior contract agreements for specified role. Agencies should not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Dyno Nobel employees or any other organization location. Dyno Nobel is not responsible for any agency fees related to unsolicited resumes.