Turquoise Ridge - Mechanical Engineer I
About The Position
Nevada Gold Mines is seeking a Mechanical Engineer I to join the growing Capital Projects team at Turquoise Ridge. The role plans, schedules, and coordinates engineering work on capital projects of moderate scope. With support from senior engineers, the engineer takes ownership of assigned projects from scope definition through construction and closeout. The position also supports mining operations and fixed maintenance on critical issues and initiatives, while promoting safe work and compliance with environmental and MSHA requirements. The role requires willingness to work underground and in field conditions.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or comparable relevant experience in engineering or a related field.
- One to four years of engineering experience.
- Clear written and verbal communication, including presenting technical information to non-technical audiences.
- Proficiency with MS Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Proficiency with MS Project or similar scheduling tools.
- Demonstrated ability to take ownership of a project or initiative and see it through to completion.
- Strong organization and follow-through, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Willingness to work underground and in field conditions.
Nice To Haves
- Internship or co-op experience in mining, heavy industry, construction, or manufacturing.
- Working knowledge of AutoCAD and/or 3D CAD such as Inventor, SolidWorks, or similar.
- Mining or heavy industrial experience.
- Familiarity with SAP.
Responsibilities
- Own assigned capital projects and work packages of moderate scope from scope definition through design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout.
- Drive projects forward independently by setting next steps, following up with stakeholders, vendors, and contractors, and escalating roadblocks early.
- Prepare scopes of work, requests for quote or proposal, cost estimates, and schedules; evaluate vendor and contractor bids.
- Review engineering designs, calculations, and drawings for structures, piping, pumping, ventilation, hoisting, material handling, and mobile or fixed equipment.
- Coordinate with Operations, Maintenance, Electrical, Safety, Procurement, and Finance to keep projects aligned and on schedule.
- Oversee contractors and technicians in the field to ensure work is completed safely, on time, within budget, and to specification.
- Manage, track, and report project status, cost, safety compliance, and schedule to project leads and management.
- Promote and enforce safety, environmental, and MSHA compliance on project work.
- Support mining operations and fixed maintenance on critical issues and initiatives.
Benefits
- Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans with national provider networks.
- 401k retirement plan with employer contribution and employer match.
- Paid time off.
- Company-sponsored medical clinics.
- Company match share purchase program.
- Opportunities to grow and learn with industry colleagues.
- Access to career opportunities across the organization.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
