Lead Mine Hoisting & Shaft Design Engineer

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Chandler (AZ); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Stantec Consulting International Ltd. is seeking a Mine Hoisting and Shaft Specialist Design Engineer to lead hoisting and shaft design on complex mining projects, across the full lifecycle, with opportunities for international exposure.

The role requires a strong background in mechanical hoisting systems, leadership of junior staff, and professional engineering sign-off suitable for construction in the United States of America.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in mechanical engineering.
• Licensed Professional Engineer in the USA, or the ability to be licensed within 6 months from date of hire.
• 10–15 years of experience, with at least 5 years of practical shaft and hoist construction or maintenance experience in the field.
• Proven experience leading engineering design work.
• Strong knowledge of hoisting systems, shafts, headframes, standards, and design tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead shaft and hoisting system designs on projects.
• Define project scope, budget, and design approaches.
• Deliver quality work within scope, budget, and schedule.
• Coordinate with internal teams, clients, and vendors.
• Provide Professional Engineering sign-off on designs for construction in the USA.

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in mechanical engineering

Licensed Professional Engineer in the USA or eligible within 6 months

Tools

CAD modelling

MS Office

Job description

Stantec Consulting International Ltd. is seeking a Mine Hoisting and Shaft Specialist Design Engineer to lead hoisting and shaft design on complex mining projects, across the full lifecycle, with opportunities for international exposure.

The role requires a strong background in mechanical hoisting systems, leadership of junior staff, and professional engineering sign-off suitable for construction in the United States of America.