Cortez - Mechanical Engineer

Would you like to have a career with a collaborative, diverse, and dynamic mining company? We have an exciting opportunity for you! Our People’s division is growing, and we are looking for a Mechanical Engineer for 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 a safe work environment, sending every person home safe and healthy every day and leaving a sustainable legacy on our host communities.

• Execution of some aspects of small and medium sized projects, including planning, justification, engineering, design
• Forecasting of project costs
• Assist in providing design input to engineering consultants
• Assist in coordinating efforts internally within Nevada Gold Mines during planning, design, construction, and commissioning of wells
• Initiate regular communication with operations, environmental, safety, project sponsor and stakeholders
• Assist in procurement of equipment, supplies, and contracts
• Ensure projects are designed and constructed with safety being the highest priority
• Provide input into the Annual Environmental Report which goes to the Nevada Division of Environmental Protection (NDEP)
• Pump sizing for booster and downhole pumps
• Sizing of transformers
• Sizing and design of pipelines
• Generate reports on pumping data
• Assist with wireless communication infrastructure and automation projects

• A four-year college degree or equivalent experience in pump system design is preferred
• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Mining, Electrical Engineering or related engineering degree or experience is preferred
• Project Management knowledge is preferred
• Experience with managing contractors and contract management is preferred
• Competence in MS Office is required
• Proficiency in AutoCAD is preferred
• Familiarity with wireless data transfer and communications; installation, data collection/output
• Strong oral and written communication skills are required
• Demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of this job is required

• A comprehensive compensation package includinga competitive medical, dental, and vision plan with national provider networks, a 401k retirement plan with employer contribution, 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.
• Opportunities to grow and learn with the industry colleagues are endless.
• 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.

• Job Identification 235760
• Job Category Mining
• Job Schedule Full time