Electrical Engineer II

Climax Molybdenum is the world’s leading producer of molybdenum and has a long, successful history of doing business in a safe, highly efficient and socially responsible manner. We have operated in Colorado for more than 100 years and today have mining and milling operations near Leadville, Kremmling and Empire. Our Climax mine is located between Frisco and Leadville. Our Henderson mine and mill are an hour’s drive apart – separated by the Continental Divide and a 15-mile conveyor system (10 miles is underground). The Henderson mine is about 50 miles west of Denver and 10 miles west of Empire, and the mill is located between Dillon and Kremmling.

Climax Molybdenum has the assets, drive and financial strength to provide attractive and rewarding careers. Take time to explore the opportunity to advance your career at one of our sites – the Climax mine and the Henderson mine and / or mill. Live life at the top!

Description

Provide technical advice and guidance for assigned electrical engineering projects. Assist Senior Engineer in developing Electrical Engineering projects utilizing new technology to constantly upgrade and improve site safety, efficiencies, cost controls, quality controls and protection of the environment.  

• Review, investigate and develop appropriate recommendations regarding assigned Engineering projects
• Manage small to medium site construction, expansion or modification projects, and assists the Senior Engineer on large/complex site planning/construction, expansion or modifications
• Administer contracts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment
• Develop working knowledge of local, state and federal regulations appropriate to area of assignment
• Assist the Senior Engineer in contributing to site strategic planning and budgeting efforts for designated Engineering areas
• Develop and evaluate AFE’s (Authorization for Expenditure) for capital funding requests
• May represent the site on company sponsored steering committees, task forces, or teams
• Perform other duties as required

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

 

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related Engineering discipline and three (3) years ofrelated experience in Engineering, OR
• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related Engineering discipline and two (2) years of related experience in Engineering
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of Electrical Engineering with an understanding of Mechanical and Process Engineering techniques
• Ability to research and analyze information of considerable difficulty and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions
• Skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Familiarity and some experience in Electronics, PLCs, and Control Systems
• Skill in managing small to medium Engineering projects
• Ability to evaluate and implement new methods and techniques for operational improvement

 

Preferred  

• Advanced degree or Professional Engineering (PE) Certification
• Experience with or classes related to Power Systems Engineering
• Experience with Power System Modeling software such as SKM, eTAP, etc.
• Familiarity with industrial AC and DC motors, VFD’s and plant instrumentation
• Familiarity with powerline layout, engineering and construction
• Familiarity with MV power systems
• Leadership and construction / mining experience
• Knowledge and understanding of NEC & NFPA70E Regulations
• Familiarity with designing Power, Instrumentation and Controls Systems
• Experience with ETAP and AutoCAD or similar software for design
• Self-motivated with excellent work ethic
• Proficiency in MS Office

 

Criteria/Conditions  

• Ability to understand and apply verbal and written work and safety-related instructions and procedures given in English
• Ability to communicate in English with respect to job assignments, job procedures, and applicable safety standards
• Must be able to work in a potentially stressful environment
• Work is in a mine or manufacturing plant setting, which may include exposure to extremes in temperature and humidity, moving mechanical parts, risk of electrical shock, toxic chemicals, explosives, fumes or airborne particles
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, demonstrate manual dexterity, climb stairs and ladders, work on elevated platforms, talk, hear and see
• Occasionally may be required to lift moderately heavy objects (up to 30 pounds) during the course of the workday
• Personal