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Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced Structural Engineer to provide structural design support, inspections, and field-based engineering solutions for existing mine facilities. This is a hands-on role for someone who is comfortable evaluating existing infrastructure and developing practical solutions to site-specific structural issues.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct structural inspections and assessments of existing mine facilities, including steel and concrete structures, equipment supports, and platforms.
  • Provide structural design support and develop practical in-field engineering solutions.
  • Support brownfield modifications, repairs, retrofits, and upgrades.
  • Develop and review structural calculations, drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
  • Manage project timelines and track engineering deliverables.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams, contractors, mine-site personnel, and project stakeholders.
  • Follow all applicable safety requirements and mine-site procedures.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an accredited institution.
  • PE license preferred, not required.
  • 5 to 20 years of industrial structural engineering experience, preferably in mining, mineral processing, or heavy industrial environments.
  • Brownfield engineering and field troubleshooting experience.
  • Strong structural design, analysis, and drawing interpretation skills.
  • Proficiency with CAD (AutoCAD preferred) and structural analysis software such as RAM Steel, RISA, STAAD.Pro, and FEA tools.
  • Strong organization, communication, and project management skills.
  • Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to work in an active mine-site environment, including uneven terrain, elevated platforms, and varying weather.

Benefits

  • Contract-to-hire opportunity with potential for long-term employment.
  • Stipend provided for onsite work.

Additional Information

  • Position starts as full-time onsite for approximately 6 to 12 months, with potential to transition to a hybrid schedule in Arizona.
  • Regular presence at the assigned mine site required.

Benefits

Contract-to-hire opportunity with potential for long-term employment.
Stipend provided for onsite work.
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