Project Engineer

Brunel is currently searching for a Project Engineer for a long-term contract position with our client located in Denver, Colorado. Will consider out of area candidate on a 4/1 rotation.

Under general supervision, provides technical expertise, guidance and leadership for a variety of designated engineering projects and programs at assigned project.

Essential Functions:

• Reviews, investigates and develops appropriate recommendations regarding assigned engineering projects.
• Serves as Project Manager or technical expert, on a wide range of small to medium site construction, expansion or modification projects.
• Evaluates and administers contracts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment.
• Provides guidance and counsel to the site management team on applicable processes, practices, and existing/proposed local, state and federal regulations.
• May contribute to site strategic planning and budgeting efforts for designated engineering areas.
• May represent the site on company sponsored steering teams, such as PDMC Mill Operations, Refinery Operations, etc.
• Performs other duties as required.

  Job Scope

• Nature of work: Works on moderately complex issues, implements solutions through individual effort but may delegate more routine tasks to others.
• Level of interaction: Collaborates mostly with peers in the same functional area, and/or department and has moderate external interaction.
• Autonomy/decision making: Works under frequent supervision and has limited latitude to set objectives, priorities and timelines impacting the individual assigned area of work.
• Budgetary responsibility: Assists with budget preparation and monitoring.
• Managerial responsibility: Does not manage people, function, projects or programs.

• Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate Engineering discipline and three (3) years engineering experience in an area or areas relevant to assignment, including project management experience.
• Knowledge of principles and project engineering and project management
• Demonstrate technical competence through engineering and/or operations experience
• Proficient in MS Office and other engineering tools (CAD, analytical, mapping)
• MUST BE ELIGIBLE TO WORK IN THE U.S. FOR ANY EMPLOYER WITHOUT SPONSORSHIP

  Language Skills, Certifications and/or Training

• Fluency in English
• Broad knowledge of the principles and practices of engineering
• Ability to research and analyze information of considerable difficulty and draw valid conclusions
• Skill in effective communication, both verbal and written, including the ability to actively listen and to adapt behavior and communication style based upon the audience
• Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions
• Skill in following safety practices, and recognizing, controlling and/or eliminating hazards Ability to build trust and credibility with employees/peers and establish common goals and expectations
• Strong analytical skills

  Preferred Education and Experience:

• Experience with metal mining operations, especially with regards to geotechnical, structural, earth and concrete works.
• Skilled in related engineering software (AutoCAD/Civil 3D, ArcGIS, GoldSim), programming languages

Offer:

Position will include competitive daily rate starting at $500/day plus 401K match, medical, dental and vision insurance that start on day 1. If candidate is not local to Denver, client will provide accommodations and travel for a 4 week on, 1 week work from home rotation, along with monthly stipend for living expenses.