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Senior Project Engineer

Greater Sudbury, ON
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In-person
Full-time
Experienced
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Flexible Work

Ready to build a rewarding career in an industry that is growing?

Who We Are

We are a global mining company dedicated to safely delivering nickel, copper, cobalt, and platinum group metals essential for the world's energy transition.

Our mission is to improve lives and shape a better future together.

From utensils to cellphones to satellites, our operations simplify daily life and enhance connectivity. Our metals are integral to life-saving medical equipment and the electric vehicles driving the fight against climate change – our work truly matters.

Join our diverse team of 15,000 talented individuals committed to transforming critical minerals into prosperity and sustainable development in countries like Canada, Brazil, Indonesia, the United Kingdom, and Japan. We invite you to use your skills with us and contribute to something meaningful and enduring.

The Opportunity

We are currently seeking a Senior Project Engineer to join our Coleman Mine Projects & Shutdown Management team in Sudbury, ON. This is an onsite position.

This is a permanent position, typically working a Monday to Friday dayshift schedule.

As a Senior Project Engineer, you will be responsible for managing multi-disciplinary sustaining capital and operational projects at Coleman Mine and directing external engineering consultants & construction contractors through the execution of these projects. Your experience and skills will manage the interface between the Engineering Department, Projects group, Procurement (SSO), external contractors, Operations and Maintenance. This position will direct internal resources (not direct reports) through the execution of projects that they are responsible for. The Senior Project Engineer will also provide mentoring and guidance to EITs and co-op students.

Additionally, in this position you will:

  • Ensure the Contractors are following the Vale Contractor Safety, Health and Environment Program.
  • Lead and/or participate in project related incident and accident investigations, manage corrective actions and ensure actions are sustainable for future projects.
  • Accountable for monitoring quality performance and commissioning on a project level.
  • Evaluate engineering and construction proposals and designs and make recommendations as required.
  • Coordinate input/interface between all required internal and external stakeholders as required to ensure successful delivery of projects.
  • Coordinate communication between project sponsor, the project team, and other stakeholders, to ensure all project objectives are clearly defined and achieved.
  • Assist in the resolution of engineering and scheduling problems and conflicts with construction and/or procurement as required.
  • Accountable for cost performance at a project level.

About You

Education:

  • A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering combined with Professional Engineer designation (P.Eng.)
Experience:
  • A minimum of 8 years' experience in a similar role within a mining or industrial environment.

Skills:

  • Demonstrated experience coordinating activities for a project or cross-functional team.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Competency in directing engineering and technical resources.
  • Demonstrated project management knowledge and skills.

What We Offer You

  • Competitive compensation including a variable annual incentive plan
  • Participation in a competitive Defined Contribution Pension package
  • Comprehensive benefits package (company paid core coverage, health and dental coverage, flex accounts, disability plans and optional insurances)
  • Leave for all of life's reasons (vacation, personal, sick, parental)
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Work culture dedicated to safety, diversity & inclusion, and career growth
  • Employee Family Assistance Program
  • Virtual Healthcare online
  • Online training and career development opportunities
  • Relocation Assistance

Why Sudbury

Greater Sudbury is a vibrant city in northeastern Ontario, renowned for its rich mining history and significant role in Canada's mineral production. The city sits atop one of the world's largest and oldest meteorite impact sites, the Sudbury Basin, which is exceptionally rich in nickel, copper, and other critical minerals that are needed for the green economy. The mining sector is a cornerstone of Sudbury's economy, driving both employment and economic growth, and Vale Base Metals plays a pivotal role in this regard. Our commitment to the community is as deep as our mines.

Include to Transform

At Vale Base Metals, we are committed to ensuring an inclusive work environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. Vale encourages everyone to express their ideas and opinions and values the plurality of individual profiles. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are critical to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or any other personal consideration that makes us different.

Vale is an equal opportunity employer seeking to increase diversity across our operations and improve equal opportunity at Vale and in the mining industry.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, accommodation is available throughout our recruitment process for applicants with disabilities.

Pay Grade: F5T

Apply by: Thursday, April 3rd, 2025

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Competition Number: 1082199

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