Mechanical Engineer

Who We Are

Kinross is a Canadian-based global senior gold mining company with operations and projects in the United States, Brazil, Mauritania, Chile and Canada. Our focus on delivering value is based on our four core values of Putting People First, Outstanding Corporate Citizenship, High Performance Culture, and Rigorous Financial Discipline. Kinross maintains listings on the Toronto Stock Exchange (symbol:K) and the New York Stock Exchange (symbol:KGC).

Mining responsibly is a priority for Kinross, and we foster a culture that makes responsible mining and operational success inseparable. In 2021, Kinross committed to a greenhouse gas reduction action plan as part of its Climate Change strategy, reached approximately 1 million beneficiaries through its community programs, and recycled 80% of the water used at our sites. We also achieved record high levels of local employment, with 99% of total workforce from within host countries, and advanced inclusion and diversity targets, including instituting a Global Inclusion and Diversity Leadership Council.
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Job Description

The individual will provide mechanical engineering support for development projects, in both study and detailed phases. Although the focus will be on mechanical engineering, the individual may provide other engineering and project support services.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop basic drawings, design concept sketches, and perform basic design calculations.
• Coordinate, gather, and compile multi-discipline design review comments.
• Assist the project team in performing trade-off studies by preparing financial models and preparing brief analysis reports and presentations.
• Travel to Kinross sites to support projects and develop scopes of work.
• Review project documents (policies, standards, specifications, drawings, data sheets) related to mechanical and piping systems to assure they meet project and Kinross objectives.
• Explore industry trends and perform market research for the latest technology on mechanical systems and guide engineers on opportunities to add value, improve productivity and safety.
• Prepare PowerPoint presentations for Executive management under guidance of senior staff.
• Assist in the preparation of schedules, budgets, and technical reports.
• The role will require approximately one week of travel per month to Kinross' operations and projects.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering is required.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience is required.

Skills

Excellent attention to detail.
Effective written and oral communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical information to various stakeholders.
Proven ability to collaborate with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Team player with an ability to work effectively in a team setting.
Strong time management skills and the ability to multi-task.
Ability to work independently as well as part of large multi-disciplinary teams.
Computer skills (Microsoft office suite: Words, Excel, and Power point).