Turquoise Ridge - Underground Electrical Engineer I/II

Nevada Gold Mines; Winnemucca (NV); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plan

401k with employer contribution and 1:

Paid time off

Company clinics

Employee stock purchase program

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Nevada Gold Mines is seeking an Electrical Engineer II to lead electrical and power system capital projects, including substations, distribution, generation, and controls for both surface and underground operations.

The role combines strong power systems expertise with the ability to deliver projects from initiation through commissioning, while maintaining safety, regulatory compliance, and efficiency. opportunities for growth and impact are significant.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering preferred.
• Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (FE) preferred.
• Minimum of three years in power systems engineering or project management, preferably in mining or utility setting.
• Proficiency in power system analysis software and relevant electrical codes/standards.
• Experience in managing external contractors and consultants.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical and power system capital projects up to 120 kV, ensuring reliability and safety.
• Supervise design, investigation and construction of electric infrastructure.
• Coordinate with external contractors to meet scope, timelines and budget.
• Oversee commissioning and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Identify opportunities for reliability improvements and cost efficiency.

Skills

Power systems

Project management

Electrical design

MS Office

AutoCAD

SCADA

SAP

Communication skills

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

ETAP

AcSELerator Quickset

SEL RTAC

GE Enervista

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

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.

Position Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

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.

Our Capital Projects team at Turquoise Ridge is growing, and we are looking for an Electrical Engineer II. The successful candidate will lead electrical and power system capital projects, including substations, power distribution, generation and controls, ensuring the reliability, efficiency and safety of our surface and underground operations. This role combines strong power systems expertise with proven ability to independently deliver projects from initiation through commissioning.

At Nevada Gold Mines we are committed to a safe work environment, sending every person home safe and healthy every day and leaving a sustainable legacy on our host communities.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate advanced technical knowledge and troubleshooting skills in substation protection and control design, power distribution, and generation systems with voltage levels up to 120kV, ensuring optimal performance and reliability. Ability to diagnose and resolve complex electrical power system issues efficiently.
• Perform supervisory and professional electrical engineering work in the design, investigation and construction of electric infrastructure projects and to do related work as required.
• Manage engineering design consultants to ensure the development of robust power system designs for surface and underground mining projects, providing technical guidance and review throughout the design process.
• Provide oversight for the construction and commissioning of power system-related surface and underground mining projects, ensuring compliance with design specifications, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Enforce strict adherence to safety protocols, environmental regulations, and industry standards in all power system activities, promoting a culture of safety and environmental stewardship.
• Ensure that all power system initiatives and projects align with the core values and objectives of Nevada Gold Mines, promoting efficiency, sustainability, and operational excellence.
• Coordinate with and manage external contractors and consultants involved in Electrical System projects, ensuring adherence to project scope of work, deliverables, timelines, budget, and quality standards.
• Work with other engineering personnel of limited experience in an advisory capacity or supervisory capacity.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization, reliability improvements, cost reduction, and efficiency improvements within power system operations, implementing best practices and innovative solutions.
• Oversee power system-related projects from initiation to completion, including scope definition, scheduling, budgeting, resource allocation, risk management, and stakeholder communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering preferred.
• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam preferred.
• Minimum of three years of experience in power systems engineering or project management, preferably in a mining or utility setting required.
• Proficiency in power system analysis software such as ETAP preferred.
• Strong understanding of electrical codes, standards, and regulations (e.g., MSHA, NEC, NESC, IEEE, NETA) preferred.
• Experience with managing external contractors and consultants required.
• Experience with AcSELerator Quickset, SEL RTAC, & GE Enervista preferred.
• SCADA related skill sets preferred.
• Experience with MS Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project) required.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders required.
• Proficiency in AutoCad preferred.
• Familiarity with SAP (ERP) software for project management, procurement, budgeting, and resource tracking preferred.
• Commitment to professional development and staying abreast of industry trends and advancements in power system technologies required.
• Willingness to work underground and in field conditions 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!
• Ownership of high-impact capital projects with visibility to site leadership.
• 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.

Nevada Gold Mines is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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.