Electrical Engineer

at  Tacora Resources Inc

WHY TACORA?

Tacora Resources Inc. (Tacora) is an innovative iron ore mining and development company focused on the acquisition and revitalization of iron ore assets. Our mining and processing facility, Scully Mine, is located in Wabush, Labrador, Canada. Tacora is servicing high demand customers throughout Europe, the Middle East, and Asia to provide high-grade and high-quality iron ore products.
As a Tacora Resources employee, you will become part of a supportive, performance‐driven, highly engaged, dynamic environment. We focus on creating a work environment where employees can utilize their skills and knowledge while maintaining a team-based, inclusive approach to meeting greater challenges. We maintain straight lines of communication between our operations and management, so we can move collectively toward achieving our goals.
With our core values as the foundation of our Canadian operation, we are passionate about innovation, and we are excited about our future. We are collaborative in our approach to projects and with our entrepreneurial spirit, we aim to dig deeper and reach higher. We are innovative, turning obstacles into opportunities – and we do it all in ways that are safe and sustainable. We place the highest priority on employee safety, protecting the environment, and enhancing the development of the communities in which we operate. At TACORA, we are family.
At TACORA, we are committed to ensuring an inclusive and diverse work environment. You will be provided with the opportunity to expand your knowledge and skill set by working alongside dedicated employees from a variety of backgrounds and cultures.
We are seeking qualified individuals for the role of Electrical Engineer within the Engineering and CAPEX team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of electrical engineering principles and have experience in designing, analyzing and installing various electrical systems and components. This role will involve working closely with other engineers, project leads, and contractors to ensure the integrity and safety of projects. This position will be Monday-Friday. Preference will be given to Labrador West residents, however, FIFO from our St-Johns office will be considered.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• The candidate must possess, at a minimum, a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering (or confirmed Canadian equivalent)
• The candidate must be a registered P.Eng with PEGNL, or able to attain registration in Newfoundland and Labrador
• 5-7 years experience in mining or other heavy industrial environment with focus on electrical upgrades, installations, and troubleshooting
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills with a strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Strong understanding of electrical codes and regulations
• Ability to manage multiple projects of varying complexity simultaneously
• Alignment with Tacora’s core values
• Self-started and action-oriented
• Eager to contribute to the teams’ success
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License (Required)
  We are an equal opportunity employer!
  Only those candidates who most align with the ideal candidate profile will be contacted by Tacora Resources for an interview

• Support operations through continuous improvement of electrical equipment and systems
• Troubleshooting electrical failures and root cause analysis.
• Designing, maintaining, implementing, or improving electrical instruments, facilities, components, equipment products, and systems
• Analyzing electrical data through the use of PI historian
• Conducting field investigations to assess project requirements
• Coordinate procurement and installation of electrical equipment and instrumentation modifications; ensuring that installation and operations conform to standards and appropriate specification.
• Knowledge of PLC’s and VFD’s; reading and interpreting electrical engineering drawings and documents
• Writing reports and compiling data regarding existing and potential electrical engineering projects and studies.
• Recommend design modifications to eliminate machine or system malfunctions
• Organize and lead tasks of projects, estimating material, labor, or installation costs.
• Working with a variety of technicians, contractors, and engineers.
• Review and certify that electrical work has been built following established standards and regulations
• Other duties as assigned.