Mining Engineer III

About the role

As a Mining Engineer III, you will work in Anchorage, AK and be responsible for developing, synthesizing, reviewing, and documenting data relating to mechanical design, piping and process design as related to mining operations to directly support the Donlin Gold project.

Responsibilities

• Conduct design review of the key engineering documents created by the four prime EPCM providers supporting Donlin Gold.
• Work with technicians and other technical staff in data collection, site inspection/investigation, and evaluation of data collected in support of project objectives.
• Provide scientific and technical guidance, support, coordination, and oversight to project staff preparing written project documentation.
• Review and document the processes necessary to obtain, develop and/or update design documents, plans, reports, licenses, and other requirements necessary to achieve project objectives.
• Prepare charts or graphs from data samples, providing summary information on the environmental relevance of the data.
• Participate and lead in creating an effective team dynamic.
• Lead project planning and RFP responses.
• Serve as Deputy PM for specific projects & assist with Client requests.
• Lead operations associated with key team deliverables.
• Lead a proactive safety culture.
• Perform other duties as directed.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Managing the workflow of employees, creating team schedules and delegating tasks.
• Assessing the work performance of employees and identifying areas that need improvement.
• Ensuring that business goals, deadlines and performance standards are met.
• Training and onboarding new hires to make sure they understand their roles.
• Setting goals for workers and making sure they comply with the company’s plans and vision.
• Reporting performance records and evaluations to HR and senior management.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Strong knowledge of the practical application of mechanical, civil, electrical, mining, or process engineering science and technology.
• Ability to identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Basic computer skills specifically using Microsoft Office Suite; ability to learn additional computer skills or software programs.
• Effective oral and technical written communication skills to effectively and clearly communicate complex information to others as well as to present information in front of a group.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively and cooperatively with all levels of management and staff.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize, multi-task, and confidentially process and maintain data with accuracy with directions and mentorship.
• Able to effectively lead projects and work with multi-disciplined teams.
• Able to proactively identify tasks to be completed, be self-directed, and accountable for results.
• Able to communicate effectively & collaborate productively.
• Able to demonstrate positional expertise.
• Able to understand the business and finance needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, or Structural Engineering or other engineering discipline.
• Five to fifteen years of experience working on natural resource, mining, and process operations projects.
• Broad understanding of federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
• Valid state driver’s license and qualified to operate a vehicle under the conditions of the Company’s Driving Policy.
• Ability to pass drug and background screening.

Priorities

• Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status.