Job Category: Engineering
Location: Saskatoon
Work Contract: Reg Full-Time (K1)
At Cameco we understand the value of a diverse workforce and we embrace, encourage and support workplace inclusion and diversity. New ideas, perspectives, experiences, and expertise make Cameco stronger. We are committed to building a diverse workforce reflective of the communities we operate in. Our vision is to create a culture where inclusion is the goal, and a diverse and representative workforce is our measure of success. Cameco is committed to providing an inclusive selection process, free from systemic barriers. support employment equity and encourage all members of underrepresented groups (i.e., women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of racialized groups/visible minorities) to voluntarily disclose. Cameco welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences to apply.
About Us
Cameco is one of the largest global providers of the uranium fuel needed to power a secure energy future. Utilities around the world rely on our nuclear fuel products to generate safe, reliable, emissions-free nuclear power. Cameco’s corporate office is based in Saskatoon. We have mining operations and projects in northern Saskatchewan, Kazakhstan, the United States and Australia. We are also a leading supplier of uranium refining, conversion, and fuel manufacturing services from our operations in Ontario.
The Role
Reporting to the chief engineer, mining, you will act as a key liaison between the Technical Services and Mine Operations teams. In this role, you will support the coordination of operational priorities and manage scope changes through effective communication, helping to resolve mining challenges that impact safety and productivity. Based out of the corporate office, you will regularly travel to our northern site operations to collaborate with site teams and support execution.
In this role, you will:
- Support current operations by resolving mining-related problems affecting health, safety, and operating economic.
- Provide technical input for new deposit assessments and evaluate economic feasibility.
- Liaise with site staff to address technical issues related to ground control, dewatering, hydrogeology, ventilation, mine design.
- Participate in mining-related studies ranging from conceptual to feasibility-level design.
- Conduct regular site reviews to evaluate compliance with corporate engineering standards, quality Management System (QMS) procedures and mine regulations.
- Support operating mine sites and collaborate with corporate development, exploration, and mineral resource management (MRM) teams to ensure safe production and future growth.
Required:
- bachelor’s degree in geological, geotechnical or mine engineering;
- eligible for registration with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Saskatchewan (APEGS);
- three to six years relevant production mining experience (underground mining would be an asset);
- exposure to mine design and planning, including drillhole or stope layouts;
- effective communication, planning and organizational skills;
- excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentation skills;
- proficiency with 3D mine design software (Deswik and Vulcan);
- experience in planning and scheduling;
- ability to work with little supervision and to multi-task in a fast-paced environment;
- occasionally travel to our mine sites by aircraft.
Recommended:
- Professional Engineer designation (P. Eng);
- experience supporting ground support activities (backfill, shotcrete, or grouting);
- experience with raisebore or longhole design;
- exposure to NATM or similar ground control methods;
- experience with geotechnical monitoring or interpretation;
- familiarity with geotechnical software (Unwedge, RS2, Map3D);
- experience with ventilation systems or software (Ventsim); and
- surveying or drafting exposure
Conditions of Employment:
- pre-employment substance test.
Cameco is proud to offer a competitive total reward package which includes:
- competitive compensation program with base and variable pay;
- flexible health, drug, dental, and vision plan with a health spending and personal spending account;
- fixed benefits including employee and dependant life, AD&D, disability benefits and paid vacation leave;
- Employee and Family Assistance Programs;
- RRSP and RPP matching program;
- career development opportunities; and
relocation costs.
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Cameco is an employment equity employer and aims to achieve gender parity, and as such, preference will be given to qualified members of equity groups. We are strengthened by the diverse backgrounds of experiences and encourage applicants with various levels of expertise to apply, as equivalent combination of education and work experience are considered.
This position is eligible for the employee referral bonus.
Req ID #: 42284
Posted: June 18, 2026
Posting end date: July 9, 2026
Salary Range: $106,800 - $133,500
Disclaimer: This information is presented as the company’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the total rewards provided for this position. The compensation offered to the successful candidate will be based on the individual’s education, skills and experience, as well as internal equity considerations.
The physical and psychological safety of our employees is a top priority at Cameco. We invite candidates to voluntarily disclose accommodation requirements, if contacted in relation to a job opportunity. Information received will be addressed confidentially and Cameco’s Workplace Inclusion and Accommodation Program document is available upon request. Successful candidates for all positions that will work at Safety Sensitive Sites or Safety Sensitive Positions must take and pass a Substance Test, which includes marijuana, as a condition of employment. Marijuana remains in a user’s system for about 30 days, so applicants who recently used marijuana recreationally should not expect to pass a substance test.
