Project Engineer

If not local, this can be a 4x1 rotational position with 4 weeks working at site.

Hired candidate will provide technical expertise, guidance and leadership for a variety of designated engineering projects and programs at assigned project under general supervision.

The position will support the Tailing Storage Facility (TSF) Engineering Manager and a project team to manage the consultant developing the TSF detailed engineering phase and the engineering field support.

Essential Functions:

• Reviews, investigates and develops appropriate recommendations regarding assigned engineering projects.
• Serves as technical expert on a wide range of small to medium site construction, expansion or modification projects.
• Evaluates and administers contracts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment.
• Provides guidance and counsel to the site management team on applicable processes, practices, and existing/proposed local, state and federal regulations.
• May contribute to site strategic planning and budgeting efforts for designated engineering areas.
• May represent the site on company sponsored steering teams, such as PDMC Mill Operations, Refinery Operations, etc.
• Performs other duties as required.

Job Scope

• Nature of work: Works on moderately complex issues, implements solutions through individual effort but may delegate more routine tasks to others.
• Level of interaction: Collaborates mostly with peers in the same functional area, and/or department and has moderate external interaction.
• Autonomy/decision making: Works under frequent supervision and has limited latitude to set objectives, priorities and timelines impacting the individual assigned area of work.
• Budgetary responsibility: Assists with budget preparation and monitoring.
• Managerial responsibility: Does not manage people, function, projects or programs.

Language Skills, Certifications and/or Training

• Fluency in English
• Broad knowledge of the principles and practices of engineering
• Ability to research and analyze information of considerable difficulty and draw valid conclusions
• Skill in effective communication, both verbal and written, including the ability to actively listen and to adapt behavior and communication style based upon the audience
• Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions
• Skill in following safety practices, and recognizing, controlling and/or eliminating hazards
• Ability to build trust and credibility with employees/peers and establish common goals and expectations
• Strong analytical skills