Mining Mechanical Engineer

Summary:

- Our client is currently seeking a professional to fill the role of Mining Mechanical Engineer at its mine operation. Located within 2-hour drive of The Thousand Islands, Lake Ontario shoreline, the Adirondack Mountains and world class skiing at Lake Placid. Explore Canada with Montreal and Ottawa only 2-3 hours away.

Purpose and Scope:

- Our client is a Canadian-based mining company which owns a group of 100%-owned high-grade zinc mines located in a historic mining district in St. Lawrence County, New York.

- The company is focused on near-mine and district exploration as well as development of its Kilbourne Graphite Project.

- The company is committed to operational excellence, prudent growth and sustainable development.

Duties and Responsibilities:

- Under the direction of the Manager of Technical Services, the Mining Mechanical Engineer will have the following duties

- and responsibilities:

- Short, mid, and long-range planning for critical power, water, ventilation, compressed air, and drainage systems

- for the operating mind;

- Power Distribution: Manage high-voltage electrical networks, substations, and backup generators for surface

- and underground equipment;

- Water and Drainage: Design underground pumping networks to remove and recycle water from groundwater

- and production sources;

- Ventilation and Airflow: Oversee ventilation fans and networks to maintain appropriate airflow to working

- headings. Complete monthly ventilation survey;

- Compressed Air: Manage pipeline networks that deliver compressed air for pneumatic tools and drilling;

- Working knowledge of MSHA regulations preferred, but training will be available;

- Work collaboratively with all departments as needed;

- Perform other duties as assigned.

Competencies, Skills and Knowledge:

- Ability to work in the United States;

- Preferred five to seven years of experience in mining or other industrial environment;

- Degree in electrical, civil, or mechanical engineering preferred;

- Experience with Deswik and/or Ventsim preferred;

- Technical report writing skills required;

- Strong written and verbal communication in English, critical thinking, and data analysis skills.

Our Client Offers:

- 401K Retirement Plan including additional employer contribution of 5% of gross wages weekly.

- Excellus Medical plan with low employee contribution, FREE Vision, Dental, and Life Insurances

- Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time Off