Senior Engineer, Mine Projects

Join to apply for the Senior Engineer, Mine Projects role at Energy and Mines | Énergie et des Mines 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Energy and Mines | Énergie et des Mines provided pay range This range is provided by Energy and Mines | Énergie et des Mines. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range CA$96,884.00/yr - CA$135,398.00/yr Design. Restore. Protect. Be the Engineer Who Makes It Happen. Join Ontario's Abandoned Mines Program Are you ready to take on a role where your engineering expertise makes a lasting impact on public safety and environmental stewardship? Join the Ontario Public Service as a Senior Engineer, Mine Projects and lead innovative rehabilitation initiatives that transform abandoned mine sites into safe, sustainable landscapes. This is more than a job—it's a mission. You'll tackle complex engineering challenges, collaborate with passionate professionals, and see the tangible results of your work across Ontario. Enjoy the benefits of work-life balance, limited travel within the province, and the stability of a respected public sector employer. With competitive compensation, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities to grow your expertise, you'll have the support you need to thrive—both professionally and personally. If you're a licensed Professional Engineer who wants to combine technical excellence with environmental responsibility, this is your opportunity to make a difference. Apply today and help us build a safer, greener Ontario. About the job assemble terms of reference for engineering consultant studies and prepare specifications of contracts plan, organize and manage the tendering process and recommend final acceptance review and analyze engineering designs and prepare documents, reports and data for sites design, conduct and/or coordinate surveys and engineering/technical investigations ensure compliance with environmental legislation and ministry standards and guidelines provide testimony in court proceedings provide professional technical advice and training to staff Note: This position requires travel to areas throughout the Province of Ontario not accessible by public transit. What you bring to the team Mandatory requirements You currently have accreditation as a Professional Engineer in a Canadian Province or Territory, and you will obtain a Professional Engineers of Ontario (PEO) license as a condition of accepting this position. Technical Knowledge and Expertise You know and have experience in applying the theories, principles and practices of engineering science with specialized knowledge in civil, chemical, or environmental engineering. You have knowledge and expertise in mine rehabilitation, contaminated site clean-up, waste management, acid rock drainage and metal leaching, hydrology, and tailings management, with the ability to identify sources of pollutants and develop plans for mine rehabilitation and closure projects and programs. You have knowledge of relevant provincial and federal environmental legislation (e.g., Mining Act, Environmental Protection Act, Ontario Water Resources Act, Environmental Assessment Act, Environmental Bill of Rights, Occupational Health and Safety Act) to ensure compliance and provide policy recommendations. You are familiar with environmental management trends and emerging technologies to apply best practices in mine rehabilitation. Project, Risk, and Contract Management Skills You have experience in project management and change management methodologies to plan, monitor, and deliver complex projects on time. You have the ability to assess risks and provide recommendations, options, and technical expertise to senior management. You have knowledge and experience in procurement and contract management to plan, organize, and manage the tendering process, and recommend final acceptance for engineering projects. Communication and Interpersonal Skills You are skilled in consulting and advising stakeholders, including Indigenous communities, industry representatives, and government officials to effectively manage assigned projects/issues. You have the ability to negotiate scope changes and resolve performance issues with contractors and consultants to reach agreements. You possess a strong political acuity to manage sensitive issues and negotiate/build consensus among a multitude of diverse opinions, special interests, contentious and politically sensitive matters. You have an excellent ability to translate technical information into clear, plain language for non-technical audiences. Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills You have the ability to identify sources of pollutants and conduct investigations by reviewing engineering specifications and designs, analyzing technical aspects of mine closure processes and recommending effective rehabilitation programs. You have expertise in resolving physical and chemical stability issues at mining facilities undergoing closure. Ability to lead evaluations of remediation options for long-term care and maintenance, including engineered covers, water treatment, flooding, and underground relocation. Ability to assess and evaluate engineering reports, proposals, and third-party work for compliance with legislation, ministry standards, and guidelines. Computer Skills You are proficient in computer software including word processing, spreadsheets, and database packages to assess data, conduct analysis and prepare reports and presentations. Don't meet every qualification? If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate Additional information Address: 1 English Temporary, duration up to 16 months, 933 Ramsey Lake Road, Sudbury, North Region Compensation Group: Professional Engineers, Government of Ontario Schedule: 6 Category: Science and Engineering Posted on: Thursday, January 8, 2026 T-ES- /25 How to apply: Please apply online, only, at , quoting Job ID , by Friday, February 6th, 2026 . Please follow the instructions to submit your application. If you require accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at to provide your contact information. The Ontario Public Service is an inclusive employer. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with Ontario’s Human Rights Code. 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