Introduction

Brunel is currently searching for a Senior Engineer - Operational Improvement Equipment Life Cycle, for direct hire with our mining client located in Phoenix, Arizona. In this hybrid role, you will engage in virtual collaboration as well as in-person meetings in Phoenix or other mine site locations throughout Arizona.

What are you going to do 

As a Senior Engineer you will plan, organize, manage and evaluate designated engineering projects and programs, ensuring the successful conclusion of all phases on time and within budget.

Duties include:

  • Review, investigate and develop appropriate recommendations regarding assigned engineering projects.
  • Manage projects and serve as a subject matter expert (SME) on large/complex site planning/construction, expansion or modifications.
  • Provide guidance and counsel to the site management team on applicable processes, practices, or existing/proposed local, state and federal regulations.
  • Contribute to site strategic planning and budgeting efforts for designated engineering area.
  • Develop and evaluate AFE's (Authorization for Expenditure) for capital funding requests.
  • May evaluate and administer contracts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment.
  • May represent the site on company sponsored steering committees, task forces, or teams.
  • Works on complex issues and implements solutions mostly through the determination of strategy and delegation to others in a group of functional area.
  • Often collaborates with managers and/or functional or site leaders and has some interaction with external colleagues.
  • Works under moderate supervision and has some latitude to set objectives, priorities and timelines that may impact department or individual work group.
  • Contributes to budget preparation by supplying costs and recommendations.
  • Manages appropriate project budgets for consulting services.
  • Manages a specific program or project, but typically does not supervise people.

Essential skills and knowledge 

Requirements:

  • Bachelor degree in Engineering discipline with 5 years related experience OR Master's with 3 years' experience.
  • Advanced knowledge of the principles and practices of engineering
  • Able to research and analyze information of considerable difficulty and draw valid conclusions.
  • Skilled in managing large/complex engineering projects.
  • Skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
  • Must be eligible to work in the U.S. for any employer without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.

Preferred qualifications:

  • Experience in a project stage gate process.
  • Experience and general understanding of multidiscipline mining projects.
  • Experience in industrial and infrastructure project management.
  • Experience in mine planning and financial evaluation process.
  • Experience in collaborating with multidiscipline groups to develop comprehensive scope of work.
  • Experience in project budgeting and scheduling.

What we offer

Position offers competitive salary with base pay determined by experience, qualifications, and skills. This position also comes with bonus, benefits, and lucrative retirement contributions. Additionally, this role is eligible for discretionary and incentive payment based on company and individual performance.

Closing: 09 April 2026

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Do you have questions?

Vacancy reference: PR-275448

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Corporate recruiter

Cindy King

Contact

Application process

First Contact

We carefully review your application and in the coming weeks, you will be notified for an interview session if you are selected. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7 days.

Scheduling an Interview

After being shortlisted, you will be contacted via email or telephone to arrange for a date on your availability for the qualification interview.

Phone/ Qualification Interview

During the interview, you will be assessed on your level of experience and skills, work history, availability, and the qualifications the company is seeking for the position.

Meeting in Real Life

After successfully making through the phone interview, a face to face interview will be scheduled between the candidate and recruiter. This session can be a more in-depth  interview to review your communication and interpersonal skills.

Application for the Position

Submission of candidates resume for client’s approval and screening.

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