Mechanical Hoisting Engineer/Engineering Technologist
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Your Opportunity
Our Mining group has an immediate need for a Mechanical Hoisting Engineer/Engineering Technologist to join our specialized mine hoisting team and serve various clients on both feasibility and EPCM mine infrastructure projects.
Your Key Responsibilities
- In conjunction with the planning and oversight of the Hoisting Manager, execution of the hoisting scope of projects, ranging from feasibility studies to detailed engineering, construction support and commissioning
- Hoisting system design including completion of hoisting design bases, schematics, calculations including duty cycles, equipment sizing and certification of the system
- Specification, design and selection of hoisting plant equipment including mine hoists, sinking hoists & winches, hoist ropes and attachments, rope changing equipment & procedures, conveyances, skip loading stations and dumps, sheaves, catchgear/arrestors, and chairing/banking beams
- Completion of equipment specifications and data sheets, and subsequent procurement package support, including technical bid evaluations and recommendations, conformance, vendor data reviews and factory acceptance testing
- Collaboration to complete equipment lists, operation and control narratives, process & instrumentation diagrams, facilities design, and commissioning plans for the hoisting plant
- Coordination of project delivery by communicating with engineers, designers, project managers, procurement teams and construction management teams to ensure the design will be delivered according to safety, quality, schedule, and budget
- Onsite construction/commissioning support, and operations support
- Regular interface with other disciplines and departments to execute projects
- Attending client meetings and corresponding with clients as required
- Leading and mentoring staff, including junior/intermediate engineers and designers
Your Capabilities and Credentials
- The proven ability to effectively lead a diverse team of suppliers, sub-consultants, and in-house design resources to deliver a fit for purpose hoisting system
- Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, etc. and willingness to learn new software as required
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, along with excellent interpersonal abilities and willingness to work in a team atmosphere.
Education and Experience
- 10+ years of experience in mine hoisting systems including system design, specification, equipment selection, commissioning, operation, and maintenance
- You are a licensed Professional Engineer or Engineering Technologist, with excellent knowledge of applicable design codes and familiarity with Mine Health and Safety Regulations
- Previous experience operating, maintaining, or supporting operating hoisting plants
- Previous experience as a hoisting engineer/engineering technologist executing projects with a consulting firm
- Previous experience in factory acceptance testing, brownfield condition assessments, commissioning, or operations support
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, dues or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
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