Superintendent - Electrical Engineer
OceanaGold Corporation
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Qualifications
- Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical Engineering) from an ABET-accredited program.
- Minimum 5 years experience in electrical power systems engineering.
- Experience in mining or heavy industrial environment required.
Responsibilities
- Manage and improve the mine’s Electrical Safety Management System.
- Conduct audits and inspections of electrical safety.
- Provide technical support to electrical maintenance teams.
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Job description
OceanaGold is a growing mid‑tier gold and copper producer listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX). With four operating mines—Haile in the USA, Didipio in the Philippines, and Macraes and Waihi in New Zealand—we are committed to safe, responsible mining that generates strong returns and supports sustainable development. Our purpose is mining gold for a better future. The gold, copper, and silver we produce power renewable energy, life‑saving medical devices, and the technology that connects communities. Guided by our values—Care, Respect, Integrity, Performance, and Teamwork—we strive to be a trusted company people want to work for, partner with, and invest in, creating lasting value for all our stakeholders.
Haile Gold Mine, located in South Carolina, is the largest gold mine on the East Coast of America. With 84% of our employees living in the local community, they are neighbors and friends alike. Join our team, where your expertise can make a true impact.
The Superintendent - Electrical Engineer is a full‑time, site‑based engineering role at Haile Gold Mine, Lancaster County, South Carolina. Reporting to the Ore Processing Manager, the role carries primary technical and regulatory responsibility for the development, implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the mine’s Electrical Safety Management System (ESMS) and all subordinate electrical safety plans, standards, and specifications.
The fundamental objective of the role is to manage and progressively reduce the risk profile associated with contact with electricity across all mine‑site operations, encompassing the surface process plant, open‑cut mine, and underground mine environments, whilst providing high‑quality engineering technical support to the electrical maintenance teams.
The role operates within a regulatory environment governed by MSHA under 30 CFR Parts 56 and 57, supplemented by NFPA 70E, the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70), NFPA 70B, applicable IEEE and ASTM standards, and the requirements of the South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation (SC LLR). The incumbent must maintain currency with evolving regulatory and standards requirements and ensure the mine’s electrical safety documentation reflects best practice at all times.
- Own, maintain, and continuously improve the mine’s Electrical Safety Management System (SMS), ensuring it remains current with applicable MSHA regulations, standards, and industry best practice.
- Own, maintain, and continuously improve the Electrical Safety Principal Control Plan (ESPCP) — the overarching document that describes how the mine identifies, assesses, controls, and monitors risks associated with electrical hazards across all operational areas.
- Own, maintain, and continuously improve the High Voltage Safety Management Plan (HVSMP), governing the safe management of all high‑voltage electrical systems including the 24.9 kV incoming supply from Lynches River Electric Cooperative, the mine‑site distribution network, and associated high‑voltage switching and isolation activities.
- Own, maintain, and continuously improve the suite of site electrical standards, specifications and design criteria.
- Ensure all electrical safety management documents are subject to a formal document control system with defined review cycles, version control, approval authorities, and distribution management.
- Conduct and coordinate periodic audits and inspections of the electrical safety management system to verify implementation, identify gaps, and drive corrective actions through to closure.
- Lead and facilitate Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) assessments for critical electrical assets, translating outcomes into actionable maintenance strategy adjustments, design modifications, or procedural controls.
- Review and identify Electrical Critical spares and ensure preventative maintenance programs are in place and recovery plans are developed for these if failure occurs.
- Lead investigations into electrical incidents, near misses, and protection operations, applying root cause analysis methodologies and ensuring findings are translated into documented improvements to the SMS.
- Manage and progressively reduce the site’s risk profile associated with electrical contact hazards, with particular focus on high voltage systems, energized work, and overhead powerline interactions.
- Coordinate ongoing arc‑flash hazard studies, ensuring results are incorporated into equipment labelling, work procedures, and PPE requirements, and that the study is updated following any significant change to the electrical distribution system.
- Provide engineering technical support and guidance to the electrical maintenance teams on matters relating to electrical design, standards interpretation, troubleshooting, and safe work practices.
- Provide technical input into the procurement of electrical equipment, ensuring compliance with applicable NEC, MSHA, NFPA, IEEE, ASTM, and UL standards, and the mine’s site electrical specifications.
- Assess electrical modification and installation proposals through the management of change process, including review of contractor designs, drawings, and specifications.
- Support the electrical maintenance teams in the interpretation and application of NFPA 70B maintenance requirements and the mine’s electrical asset maintenance strategy, including review of maintenance interval adjustments and FMEA‑based departures from default intervals.
- Provide engineering guidance on the application of functional safety standards (ANSI/ISA‑61511, IEC 61508, ISO 13849) to safety‑instrumented systems and safety‑related control systems at the mine.
- Maintain current knowledge of all applicable electrical safety regulations, codes, and standards.
- Assist the mine operator in interactions with MSHA inspectors in relation to electrical safety matters, including preparation of written responses to citations, orders, and requests for information.
- Monitor and assess the impact of changes to applicable regulations and standards on the mine’s electrical safety management system, initiating timely updates to documentation and practices.
- Maintain the Qualified Electrical Workers Register, ensuring all persons performing electrical work at the mine hold current and appropriate qualifications as required by 30 CFR Parts 56/57 and NFPA 70E.
- Develop, deliver, and coordinate the electrical workers induction for electrical workers consistent with MSHA and NFPA 70E training requirements.
- Audit electrical safety training, assessments, and authorisations for site‑qualified electrical workers.
- Promote and embed a culture of electrical safety awareness across the mine site through visible leadership, toolbox talks, incident sharing, and engagement with the broader workforce.
- Identify and facilitate access to external training, professional development, and technical seminars for electrical maintenance team members.
- Essential Academic Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical Engineering) or Bachelor of Science (Electrical Engineering) from an ABET‑accredited program or equivalent recognized by the South Carolina State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Surveyors.
- Higher degree (Graduate Diploma, Master of Engineering, or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or related discipline is advantageous but not required.
- Essential Professional Registration:
- Option A – Currently licensed: Valid Professional Engineer (PE) license issued by the South Carolina Board with an electrical engineering discipline designation. License must be current and maintained in good standing for the duration of employment.
- Option B – Eligible for licensure: Meets all requirements for licensure as a PE in South Carolina, including ABET‑accredited degree, minimum four years of progressive post‑graduation experience, passing the NCEES Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and passing the NCEES Principles and Practices of Engineering (PE) exam in electrical engineering or being committed to sitting at the next available sitting. Applicants under Option B must obtain South Carolina PE licensure within 12 months of appointment.
- Essential Continuing Professional Competency:
- All licensed PEs in South Carolina must earn 30 Professional Development Hours (PDH) every two years for license renewal. The mine will support ongoing professional development through funded training, conference attendance, and professional society memberships.
- Previous Experience:
- Minimum of 5 years post‑graduation engineering experience in electrical power systems engineering.
- Minimum of 3 years experience in a mining, resources, heavy industrial, or equivalent high‑hazard industry environment.
- Experience with medium‑ and high‑voltage electrical systems (nominally 1 kV to 35 kV), including switchgear, power transformers, protection systems, cable systems, and grounding systems.
- Experience in developing, implementing, or managing an electrical safety management system or equivalent documentation framework.
- Experience applying NFPA 70E and NFPA 70B standards.
- Experience leading or contributing to electrical incident investigations using recognised root cause analysis methodologies and translating findings into documented system improvements.
- Experience reading and interpreting electrical engineering drawings, single‑line diagrams, protection relay settings, cable schedules, and equipment data sheets.
Nominal hours are Monday to Friday, 06:00 to 16:00 local time. The incumbent must remain flexible to work outside these hours for planned plant shutdowns, major maintenance outages, incidents, or regulatory meetings.
This role is office‑based with field inspection duties, approximately 70% office work and 30% field activities.
- Prolonged computer use (4‑6 continuous hours) with keyboard, mouse, and multiple monitors.
- Read and interpret detailed engineering drawings and technical documents.
- Communicate clearly in written and verbal English, including technical reports, procedures, regulatory correspondence, and training materials.
- Participate in in‑person and video conference meetings for extended periods.
- Sit, stand, and move within an office for the full working day with reasonable breaks.
- Carry PPE, inspection tools, test equipment, and documentation up to 50 lbs.
- Possess hand‑eye coordination and manual dexterity for operating test equipment and safety systems.
- Respond physically and without impairment in an emergency (evacuation, muster, communication).
- Pass a site‑standard pre‑employment medical examination, including underground fitness‑for‑work assessment.
- Hold a valid US driver’s licence and be able to operate a light vehicle on mine‑site roads.
- Must not be impaired by any medical condition, medication, or substance that would compromise safe work performance. The mine follows MSHA‑consistent substance testing.
- Competitive salary plus short‑term and long‑term bonus.
- Comprehensive benefits package: health, vision, dental, 401(k), and more.
- Great residential location near Charlotte, SC.
- Long‑service recognition and Living Our Values recognition program.
- In‑office snack shop and monthly paid training.
- Supportive work environment focused on safety and teamwork.
- Access to OceanaGold Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
OceanaGold is committed to providing equal employment opportunities. We believe a variety of perspectives are essential to our success. If you require assistance applying for this opportunity, please contact us at careers@oceanagold.com.
PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS FROM AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
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