Cortez - Mechanical Engineer, Dewatering

Nevada Gold Mines; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plan

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Company-sponsored clinics

Job summary

Nevada Gold Mines is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for the Cortez operation in Nevada. The role focuses on planning, designing, and delivering small to mid-sized projects, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance, and collaborating with operations, environmental, and project teams.

Ideal candidates bring a BS in engineering, experience with pump/pipeline systems, instrumentation and control, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical, Mining, or Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Experience with pump/pipeline or industrial process systems preferred.
• Knowledge of project management including coordinating contractors and contracts.
• Understanding instrumentation, control systems, and data analysis beneficial.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; AutoCAD preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Execute project planning, justification, engineering, design and implementation.
• Develop project cost estimates and forecasts.
• Provide engineering and design input to consultants and contractors.
• Coordinate with internal teams through planning, design, construction, and commissioning.
• Communicate with Operations, Environmental, Safety, and project sponsors.
• Assist with procurement of equipment, materials, and contracts.
• Ensure safety is prioritized and standards are met.
• Provide input for environmental reporting and process data analysis.
• Perform pump, transformer sizing and support electrical requirements.
• Design and size pipelines and associated process systems.
• Analyze and report project and operational data to management.
• Support telemetry and automation projects for monitoring and control.
• Troubleshoot issues and recommend reliability improvements.

Skills

Pump design

Pipeline design

Instrumentation/control

Project management

MS Office

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Would you like to build your career with a collaborative, diverse, and dynamic mining company? Nevada Gold Mines has an exciting opportunity for a

Position Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Would you like to build your career with a collaborative, diverse, and dynamic mining company? Nevada Gold Mines has an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer at our Cortez operation.

At Nevada Gold Mines, our vision is to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and operating the best assets with the best people. We are committed to maintaining a safe work environment, sending every person home safe and healthy every day, and leaving a sustainable legacy in our host communities.

Responsibilities

• Execute aspects of small- and medium-sized projects, including project planning, justification, engineering, design, and implementation.
• Develop project cost estimates and forecasts.
• Provide engineering and design input to consultants and contractors.
• Coordinate with internal Nevada Gold Mines teams throughout the planning, design, construction, and commissioning of wells and related infrastructure.
• Communicate regularly with Operations, Environmental, Safety, Project Sponsors, and other stakeholders to ensure project objectives are met.
• Assist with the procurement of equipment, materials, supplies, and contracts.
• Ensure projects are designed and constructed with safety as the highest priority and in accordance with applicable standards and requirements.
• Provide technical input for the Annual Environmental Report submitted to the Nevada Division of Environmental Protection (NDEP).
• Perform pump sizing and selection for booster and downhole pump applications.
• Perform transformer sizing and support electrical equipment requirements associated with projects.
• Design and size pipelines and associated process systems.
• Analyze and report project and operational data to management.
• Support telemetry projects, including system installation, data collection, and data output.
• Support automation and instrumentation projects to improve process monitoring, control, and system performance.
• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues and recommend engineering solutions to improve reliability, efficiency, and performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Mining, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline; equivalent relevant engineering experience may be considered.
• Experience or demonstrated knowledge in pump system design, pipeline design, and/or industrial process systems is preferred.
• Knowledge of project management principles, including experience coordinating projects, contractors, consultants, and contracts, is preferred.
• Knowledge and understanding of measurement, instrumentation, and control systems, including the ability to monitor and regulate temperature, pressure, level, and flow in industrial processes, is preferred.
• Experience with calibration, alignment, maintenance, and troubleshooting of instrumentation such as pressure and flow transmitters; ability to use data analysis and diagnostics to improve system performance is preferred.
• Familiarity with telemetry, automation, and process control systems, including installation, data collection, real-time monitoring, and integration of instrumentation into automation networks, is preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office is required; proficiency with AutoCAD is preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment and demonstrated ability to safely and effectively perform the essential functions of the position are required.

What We Can Offer You

• A comprehensive compensation package including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plan with national provider networks, a 401k retirement plan with employer contribution AND employer match, paid time off, company-sponsored medical clinics, company match share purchase program, and much more!
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.
• Endless opportunities to grow and learn with industry colleagues.
• Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organization.
• Nevada Gold Mines is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Thank you for your application, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

About Us

Our mission is to be the world’s most valued gold and copper mining business. We are committed to partnering with our host countries and communities to transform their natural resources into tangible benefits and mutual prosperity.

Barrick is a leading global mining, exploration and development company. With one of the largest portfolios of world-class and life-long gold and copper assets in the industry - including six of the world's Tier One gold mines - Barrick's operations an projects span 18 countries and five continents. Barrick is also the largest gold producer in the United States. We create real, long-term value for all stakeholders through responsible mining, strong partnerships, and a disciplined approach to growth. Barrick shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "B" and on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol "ABX".

About The Team

Nevada Gold Mines (NGM) is a joint venture between Barrick (61.5%) and Newmont (38.5%) that combined our significant assets across Nevada in 2019 to create the single largest gold-producing complex in the world. NGM produces approximately 3.5 million ounces of gold a year. The massive mining operation comprises eight mines along with their associated infrastructure and processing facilities and hosts three of Barrick’s Tier One assets: Carlin, Cortez, and Turquoise Ridge. At NGM, our mission is to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and owning the best assets, with the best people, to deliver sustainable returns for our owners and partners.