Surface Mining Automation Engineer Job Toronto area,Ontario Canada,Engineering

Job Description - Surface Mining Automation Engineer (CAL
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Surface Mining Automation Engineer
Worley Consulting Group
Americas

Worley Consulting. Be part of the solution.

Worley Consulting is a global group of consultants, scientists, engineers, and digital experts dedicated to solving the world’s critical infrastructure, environmental, energy, and resource challenges.

We partner with our customers to find solutions that create value over the life of their assets. We implement new technologies to run assets more efficiently, secure and safeguard social license, support local communities, and accelerate the energy transition.

We evaluate options and identify opportunities and risks to support our customers’ decision making. We assist with asset strategy and selection, business case preparation, concept and feasibility studies, technology evaluation, energy strategies and asset operational excellence.

This position supports Worley Consulting’s Autonomous Mining & Technology initiatives by providing high-quality technical solutions, documentation, analytical support, and coordination across Mine Automation & Technology projects, across Canada, the ., and South America.

Purpose

The Surface Mining Autonomous Engineerprovides technical engineering expertise and consulting support for automation and autonomous systems in surface mining operations. The Surface Mining Automation & Autonomous Systems Engineer will support clients through technology assessments, frontend studies, system definition, and project execution related to autonomous and automation-enabled mining environments.

This role combines hands-on surface mining experience with automation, Tele remote, controls, and digital systems understanding, supporting Robust, Reliable, Secure, fit-for-purpose solutions that improve safety, reliability, productivity, and operational readiness of surface mining assets.

This is a full‑time hybrid position based at a Worley office location in Canada or the .

Overall Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities

Support Mining Automation and Technology Subject Matter Experts across autonomous mining and technology projects.

Create, consolidate, and maintain high-quality technical deliverables including reports, market analysis, presentations, and automation deliverables for the client.

Ensure consistency and alignment of technical content with project requirements and standards.

Analyze and interpret technical information to support decision-making and recommendations.

Support execution of assigned work packages with a high level of independence.

Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams including, telecom, mechatronics, digital, automation, and consulting disciplines.

Provide clear and effective written and verbal communication to internal and external stakeholders

Apply Worley processes, systems, and quality requirements consistently.

Support continuous improvement of documentation workflows and knowledge management practices.

Approximately 25% travel is expected. The role is hybrid and 3 days per week is expected in office when not traveling.

What you will bring

Technical and Industry Experience

Significant experience in surface mining operations, projects, or consulting, with exposure to automation, Tele remote or autonomous systems.

Practical experience in surface mining environments such as open pits, surface infrastructure, or mining operations support.

Demonstrated impact on operational improvement, performance optimization, or similar workstreams centered around autonomous and automation.

Hands-on experience with DCS, PLC, and SCADA applications and systems as it applies to surface mining.

Experience or strong exposure to one or more of the following:
Autonomous haulage systems (AHS)
Mining automation and control systems

Fleet management and dispatch systems

Integrated operations / remote operations centers

Understanding interfaces between mobile equipment, control systems, communications, and digital platforms.

Experience supporting projects across multiple phases including studies, design, implementation, and operational support.

Exposure to new and emerging applications of Mine…