Intermediate Mine Engineer in Sudbury

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. Our mining and metals teams help our clients to safely and sustainably mine the minerals and metals used in our everyday lives.

We are seeking a Junior / Intermediate Mining Engineer to support major mining projects across North America and internationally. The successful candidate will work alongside experienced mining engineers and multidisciplinary project teams to develop practical, safe, and technically sound mining solutions. This position provides an opportunity to build experience across multiple stages of project development, including:

• Conceptual and Scoping Studies
• Preliminary Economic Assessments (PEA)
• Prefeasibility Studies (PFS)
• Feasibility Studies (FS)
• Detailed Engineering

The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in mining engineering principles and an interest in mine planning, design, scheduling, equipment selection, cost estimating, and project evaluation. Experience in underground and/or open pit mining through previous employment, internships, co-op placements, or academic projects is considered an asset.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with the development and evaluation of open pit and/or underground mine designs, mining methods and sequences, mining equipment selection and fleet sizing, Life-of-Mine (LOM) plans, and capital and operating cost estimates.
• Perform engineering calculations, data analysis, and technical evaluations.
• Support mining trade-off and option studies.
• Conduct technical research and benchmarking in support of project studies.
• Prepare technical drawings, figures, tables, presentations, and report sections.
• Apply relevant engineering standards, safety requirements, and industry best practices to assigned work.

Project Delivery:

• Work as part of multidisciplinary project teams supporting mining studies and engineering assignments.
• Coordinate assigned work with mining, geology, geotechnical, metallurgy, infrastructure, process, environmental, and other engineering disciplines.
• Complete assigned engineering tasks in accordance with project scope, schedule, budget, and quality requirements.
• Participate in internal technical reviews, design reviews, and quality assurance processes.
• Maintain calculations, assumptions, design files, and supporting documentation in accordance with project requirements.
• Support site visits, data collection, field investigations, and operational reviews as required.

Client & Business Development:

• Assist with the preparation of technical proposals, presentations, and project documentation.
• Participate in client and project meetings alongside senior team members.
• Develop effective professional communication skills within a consulting environment.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or related engineering discipline.
• Recent graduates with relevant mining co-op, internship, or project experience are encouraged to apply.
• Candidates working toward a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation are preferred.
• Approximately 0–8 years of mining engineering experience, depending on the level of the position.
• Exposure to underground and/or open pit mining is desirable.

Technical Skills:

• Knowledge of mine planning and design, underground and/or open pit mining methods, mine development and production sequencing, equipment selection and fleet sizing, and technical report preparation.
• Experience with software such as Whittle, Hexagon, Power BI, and digital mining tools is considered an asset.

Core Competencies:

• Strong technical curiosity and willingness to learn.
• Sound understanding of fundamental mining engineering principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality engineering work.
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Commitment to safety, diversity, inclusion, and sustainability.

Base salary range: $90,000 - $120,000. At Hatch, we are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Your individual compensation within this range will depend on factors such as skills, experience, qualifications, and location. In addition to base pay, our total rewards package may include performance-based incentives, comprehensive benefits, and other programs designed to support your well-being and growth.

If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed. We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve.