Reports to: Lead Discipline Engineer - Electrical
Job Type: Full-Time
Location: North Bay, ON
Date Posted: February 6th, 2026
Salary Range: $70,000.00 to $85,000.00
Incentive Opportunity
In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible to participate in Cementation's discretionary corporate bonus program.
Cementation is a leading underground mine contracting and engineering company-we design and build mines, safely. Our team specializes in delivering design-build solutions for technically complex projects, with a strong track record in world-class shaft sinking and mine development.
Collaboration is at the core of everything we do. We foster a culture where respect is foundational, innovation is encouraged, and safety is never compromised.
At Cementation, we value experience and are inspired by potential.
Reporting to the Lead Electrical Engineer, and working under the Engineer of Record, the Engineering Intern provides safe, Best-for-Project solutions while ensuring regulatory compliance for all engineering deliverables. The Engineering Intern, in collaboration with the Engineer of Record, is responsible for the completion and storage of necessary calculations; review of, and familiarity with, pertinent codes and standards; review of engineering deliverables to ensure adherence to the Engineer of Record requirements; conducting on-site quality reviews; and continuous improvement of technical skills.
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Work in compliance with all Health and Safety rules and regulations for the company.
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Ensure applicable safety codes and regulations are met through appropriate design and use of technology.
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Champion safety by advocating safe behavior and incorporating safety considerations into engineering and design deliverables.
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Identify and report hazards and participate in safety-related reviews as required.
This description lists the core responsibilities and duties of the position. Additional duties deemed to be within the incumbent's capabilities, on an as-required basis, may be assigned by management.
1. General
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Collaborate with Project Services and Operations to produce 'Best For Project' designs that are safe, reflect Client operability requirements, and are constructible.
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Learn and become proficient in the engineering software used by the group, and monitor 'state of the art' developments in software/hardware, advising group management as appropriate.
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Review and become familiar with departmental standards; ensure conformance with current codes, standards, and mining regulations.
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Become familiar with discipline-specific standards, including specifications, design basis and criteria templates, design spreadsheets, workflow procedures, and change management forms.
2. Electrical, AutomationCommunication EngineeringDesign Support
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Working with the Engineer of Record, propose engineering solutions and conduct calculations to ensure compliance with codes, standards, regulations, industry guidelines, and Client standards.
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Assist with the selection of electrical power equipment and components of control and communication systems and develop schematics to ensure compliance with applicable requirements.
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Use current versions of codes, standards, regulations, and Company/Client standards in all work.
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Support for development of electrical, automation, and communication system drawings for underground and surface mine infrastructure, including:
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Shaft sinking electrical systems
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Hoist controls and shaft communication systems
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Underground substations and distribution networks
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Mine-wide fiber, copper, and wireless communication systems
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PLC/DCS/SCADA architectures, panel layouts, and instrumentation schematics
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P&IDs, loop diagrams, I/O lists, control narratives, network diagrams, and panel wiring drawings.
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Ensure designs reflect operational requirements, applicable cybersecurity best practices (where applicable), and reliability expectations appropriate for mining environments.
3. Drawing ProductionQuality
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Participate in design and drafting of drawings to ensure facilities satisfy functional, operability, safety, and maintainability requirements.
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Complete timely review and markups of drawings at project phase gates, coordinating with other disciplines, Project Managers, Designers, Project Services, Operations, and Quality to achieve 'one time only' reviews.
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Ensure compliance with engineering design calculations, codes, standards, and regulations.
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Complete code and math checks of own work; assist with checks of other engineers as requested.
4. CollaborationProject Coordination
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Attend design reviews and technical meetings as required, answering questions related to design basis and criteria.
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Support tendering and construction with clarifications and technical input as directed by the Engineer of Record.
5. Field SupportData Gathering
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Under the Engineer of Record's supervision, complete general reviews of erection and shop drawings for compliance and coordination with vendor and engineered items.
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During construction, assess field conditions and provide technical recommendations in response to field enquiries.
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Conduct QA shop or on-site reviews of fabricated/constructed work to verify that quality control measures deliver compliant work.
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Prepare and issue shop and on-site review reports with observations and recommendations, and follow up to verify closure of all items.
6. ComplianceChange Management
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Apply change management principles; use standard forms; ensure scope, budget, and schedule impacts are identified and authorized.
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Assist with project close-out documentation in compliance with regulatory, Client, and Company requirements.
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Support completion and verification of mandated tests, inspections, and measurements through fabrication and construction phases.
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Occasional travel to mine sites for design development, reviews, or field verification.
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Travel periods may range from one day to several weeks and may include overseas assignments.
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Bachelor of Science in Engineering degree (or equivalent) accredited by Professional Engineer's Ontario (PEO), or other Canadian professional engineering regulator.
Eligible for licensure with a Canadian engineering regulator (PEO preferred).
If required, provide written consent by email allowing for Cementation to verify the candidate's standing with PEO or other Canadian professional engineering regulators.
Relevant co-op/work-term experience in discipline-specific design of medium to large underground/heavy industrial infrastructure.
Previous relevant experience in mining or heavy construction.
0-4 years of relevant experience.
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Working knowledge of AutoCAD or associative design software.
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office; familiarity with Microsoft Project.
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Working knowledge of electrical engineering analysis software.
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Understanding of the following is considered as asset:
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CSA mining electrical standards and provincial mining regulations
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Process automation (DCS, PLC, HMI, SCADA)
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Industrial communication systems (fiber networks, copper, leaky feeder, WiFi, LTE)
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Electrical distribution (Low and Medium Voltage)
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Leadership potential; collaborative team player; respectful and professional.
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Effective communicator; engaged and innovative.
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Self-starter with accountability for own work and support to others.
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Positively responds to change.
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Able to manage competing priorities and adapt to project changes.
Please note that to be considered, you must be a Canadian citizen or have written authorization to work in Canada under federal immigration requirements and currently be residing in Canada.
At Cementation Americas, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every employee is treated with dignity and respect. We believe that a diverse workforce strengthens our team and drives innovation, and one of our core values is ensuring all employees have the opportunity to succeed. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and assess all candidates fairly and without discrimination.
Apply now if you want to:
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Be engaged in meaningful work.
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Share your voice to improve one-of-a-kind operations.
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Receive highly competitive compensation and benefit packages are highly competitive.
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Continue your education and training.
Ready to join our team? Start your application today by entering information into the form on the right-hand side of this page. When submitting your resume, be sure to include all relevant qualifications-such as Ontario Common Core certifications-along with any other applicable training or credentials.
Thank you for your interest in working with our teams at Cementation!
