Project Engineer

Redpath Mining Inc.; Arizona; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Redpath Mining Inc. seeks a Project Engineer to provide engineering support for underground development, mass excavation and construction projects in Arizona. You will oversee planning, scheduling, forecasting and resourcing to ensure accurate, high-quality deliverables.

The role requires 3–5 years of mining experience, a bachelor’s degree in mining/engineering, and strong knowledge of AutoCAD, Primavera and MS Office. Travel and field work are expected as needed.

Qualifications

• Mining environment experience required.
• Bachelor's degree in Mining or related engineering field.
• 3-5 years’ experience in mining environment.
• Proficient with AutoCAD and Primavera.
• Knowledge of underground mine development and shaft sinking.

Responsibilities

• Supports planning and coordination of the design and engineering process.
• Ensures designs comply with regulations and safety standards.
• Develops daily reports on underground mine development.
• Prepares construction drawings and supports crews to meet specs.
• Schedules activities with the Engineering Manager.
• Identifies and fixes field issues and tracks change orders.
• Tours work areas to verify quality and scope.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Written & reporting skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mining/Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Primavera

SharePoint

MS Office

Electrical engineering software

Structural engineering software

Email

Internet

Telephone systems

Job description

The Project Engineer provides engineering support for underground development, mass excavation and construction projects. Responsibilities include the preparation, scheduling, coordination, forecasting, resourcing and monitoring of assigned engineering projects to ensure the projects overall accuracy and quality.

Responsibilities

• Participates in planning, coordination, procurement, and management of the overall design and engineering process.
• Ensures that engineering designs follow all applicable regulations and safety standards.
• Identify and correct daily operational problems and take necessary action.
• Identify changes and variations to the works under the Contract and ensure these issues are recorded, tracked, and otherwise managed in accordance with the Contract.
• Collect information and prepare daily reports on underground mine development.
• Provide technical support, quality, and environmental control of the works in accordance with the contract specifications and the relevant statutory regulations.
• Schedules project activities in conjunction with the Engineering Manager.
• Prepares weekly and monthly mine development forecasts.
• Prepares construction and fabrication drawings and supports construction crews to ensure that work done meets technical requirements.
• Address and troubleshoot daily activity issues needing action.
• Conducts cycle studies and estimates performance rates.
• Ensure compliance with legislation, regulations, policies and procedures as related.
• Prepare and review of change order requests and determine the technical requirements for implementation the changes.
• Ensure that all construction is drafted, and specifications determined prior to the associated construction activity.
• Ensure that all work is completed to acceptable technical and quality standards.
• Attend meetings and interact with client representatives.
• Tours work areas to ensure that quality and scope of work is being accomplished.
• Compiles redline drawings to ensure drawing register is up to date with current as-built conditions.
• If required to operate a company vehicle during the course of employment, must meet the requirements to be an eligible user of company vehicles. Must possess a current State Driver’s License and acceptable driving record.
• Responsible to keep work areas safe and free of hazards. Performs Field Level Risk Assessments.
• Must be able to comprehend written and verbal instructions as required to perform his duties in a safe and efficient manner.
• Comply with daily, weekly and monthly safety directives, policies, and procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality with respect to Redpath and client information.
• Complies with and ensure compliance with Redpath’s Policies and Procedures as detailed in the appropriate manuals, handbooks, directives, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Able to work in excess of 40 hours a week, overtime, day and nights, weekends, holidays and shift rotations.
• Compliance with Redpath Core Competencies is an essential duty and responsibility.
• The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Assist other job functions as required.

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Mining, Electrical, Mechanical or Civil Engineering Work

Experience:

Required: 3-5 years’ experience in a mining environment.

Computer Skills:

• AutoCAD
• Structural Engineering Software (if applicable)
• Electrical engineering software (if applicable)
• MS Office
• Primavera
• SharePoint
• E-mail
• Internet
• Telephone Systems

Knowledge Required:

• Strong Microsoft Office skills, especially Word and Excel.
• Able to deliver effective results, meet tight deadlines, and targets.
• Knowledge of underground mine plants, shaft sinking, underground mining/development and mining equipment.
• Good Decision Maker.
• Achievement orientation.
• Highly competent in Conflict Management.
• High analytical Skills.
• Strong Problem-Solving Skills.
• Motivational Skills.
• Highly effective organizational skills.
• Very strong interpersonal skills in order to develop effective internal and external relationships.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Strong written and reporting skills.
• Ability to read and understand engineering prints (civil work, structural work, rock excavation work).
• Knowledge and understanding of mine regulations pertaining to construction in mining.

Other Requirements:

1. Ability to pass background clearance check, drug screening and physical.

Health & Safety

• Having the authority and responsibility to maintain a safe and efficient working environment.
• Abide by Company Health and Safety standards and report any unsafe acts or conditions to a supervisor and/or a member of the management team.
• Responsible for the use of all safety equipment, i.e., lanyards, warning signs and labeling, work permits according to company rules and applicable legislation.
• Personal protective equipment is required when performing work in a mine environment, including hard hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety footwear, and as needed, respirator, rubber steel-toe boots, protective clothing, gloves, and any other protective equipment as required.
• Must have knowledge of OSHA and MSHA legislation and know how to effectively use Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
• MSHA Certification is required by site. 6. Follow Client on-site Health and Safety requirements.
• Completes Risk Assessments for each and every new and out of the ordinary task.

About Us

In 1962, Jim Redpath’s vision for the company was much the same as it is today; offering a high level of service to the mining industry, which exceeds current standards and provides challenge for its employees. With a foundation built on global experience, adaptability and exceptional workmanship, Redpath leads the industry with cutting edge innovations in safety and mining practices. Services including underground construction, shaft sinking, raiseboring, mine contracting, raise mining, mine development, engineering and technical services and a variety of specialty services are offered around the world, with the expertise and qualifications in place to support any scope of work. Global experience has given Redpath expansive regulatory knowledge, regional expertise, and cultural sensitivity. Redpath has built a solid reputation for conquering tough challenges and adapting to a variety of environments. Redpath’s employees are the heart of the company’s success, and it remains through them that the company will continue to expand and flourish.
Redpath is committed to an environment that is barrier-free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance so that we can arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation.