Cortez - Process Engineer, Tailings & Heap Leach

Barrick Mining Corporation • Crescent Valley, NV

10d • Onsite

About The Position

This role is for a Process Engineer specializing in Tailings and Heap Leach Management at the Cortez Mine in Elko, NV. The position is with Nevada Gold Mines, a joint venture between Barrick and Newmont. The engineer will ensure that the design, construction, operation, monitoring, and closure of tailings storage facilities (TSFs) and heap leach facilities (HLFs) at the Phoenix Mine comply with regulatory requirements, Barrick's management standards, and the Global Industry on Tailings Management (GISTM). The role involves technical expertise, fieldwork, data analysis, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Geological Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mining Engineering, or related engineering degree or equivalent experience required
• Strong project management skills required
• Knowledge of tailings and heap leach operations and construction required
• Strong oral and written communication skills required
• Ability to work in a team required

Nice To Haves

• 2 to 5 years of experience in the mining or related industry preferred

Responsibilities

• A strong health and safety leader that strives for personal and site-wide excellence
• Conduct regular inspections and monitoring of TSFs and HLFs
• Contribute to the development and implementation of tailings management plans, and standard operating procedures, aligning with GISTM guidelines
• Work closely with operating teams, mining engineers, environmental specialists, outside consultants, and Engineers of Record to ensure effective facility management
• Review and interpret monitoring data: groundwater levels, seepage, settlement, and other relevant parameters to ensure stability and performance of TSF’s and HLFs
• Effectively communicate geotechnical findings, conclusions and recommendations to Process, Mine Operations and Engineering personnel
• Manage geotechnical drilling investigation programs
• Manage large scale projects including team coordination, budget tracking, and execution
• Provide input and support during reclamation and closure of TSFs and HLFs that have reached the end of their mine life
• Provide regular updates on water and mass balance modeling results to inform decision-making and optimize fluid management strategies around TSFs and HLFs
• Participate in interdisciplinary teams to address challenges and find innovative solutions

Benefits

• A comprehensive compensation package including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plan with national provider networks
• a 401k retirement plan with employer contribution
• paid time off
• company-sponsored medical clinics
• company match share purchase program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level