Job Title: Senior/Project Lead Designer

Department: Engineering

Reports to: Chief Designer

GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE WORK (Summary)

A Senior/Project Lead Designer reports to the Design Manager. The position has the same responsibilities and qualification requirements across all offices. Typically, a Senior Designer supports the Project Engineer to complete the engineering scope of work and deliverables for the project he/she has been assigned.

This role has limited administrative, technical content, and quality control management functions for the project assigned regardless of the project execution office location.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

• Diploma in Mechanical Design Technology or similar.
• More than 5 years of experience in the structural design of projects.
• Steel structures, and/or concrete cementing, preferably in the mining industry.
• Experienced AutoCAD Required
• Advanced steel expertise is considered an advantage.
• Smart Plant Experience Is Considered An Advantage Design Experience Is Considered An Advantage
• A willingness to travel both domestically and internationally, for varying durations, and sometimes to remote locations.

ESSENTIAL HEALTH AND SAFETY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• The Senior/Project Lead Designer's responsibilities include:
• Supervise project designer team to ensure assigned deliverables are prepared to TNT and project-specific standards.
• Assignment and tracking of project design tasks according to the project schedule.
• Review and approval of technical drawings prepared by the project team before internal/external release.
• Assist the Project Engineer with coordinating work efforts across engineering disciplines (internal and external)
• Updating and management of the design deliverable list for project progress reporting
• Participating in scheduled project engineering meetings

HEALTH & SAFETY

• Work in compliance with all TNT health and safety rules and regulations.
• Be aware of any health and safety hazards in the workplace.
• Report health and safety violations/hazards to the Health and Safety Department.
• Participate in department safety meetings and incident footage.
• Other tasks could be assigned.

GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The position of Senior/Project Lead Designer at TNT requires the following, minimum, qualifications:

• Diploma in Mechanical Design Technology, or similar, is an asset
• More than 10 years of experience in the design of material handling projects in the mining industry with an emphasis on:
• Group/Team/Area Lead technical supervision roles
• Scheduling and work planning
• Plant layout, design of conveyors, crushers, and feeders
• Proficient in the use of AutoCAD and/or 3D design/drafting software
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Willingness to travel both domestically and internationally, for varying durations and at times to remote locations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design of bulk material handling systems for industrial applications, such as mines, port facilities, and process plants.
• Provide guidance and support to junior staff, including but not limited to supervising the production of designs/drawings, as well as providing input to project schedules, labor planning, and progress reports.
• Work in a team environment on large projects.
• Interact closely with other disciplines to coordinate the overall work of the Project.
• Review project documents prior to issuance for scoping and presentation, including verification of technical accuracy.

EDUCATION:

Diploma in Mechanical Design Technology or similar.

EXPERIENCE:

8 to 10 years of related experience in the design of material handling projects in the mining industry with emphasis on conveyors, crushers, and feeders.

EXPERTISE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Ability to handle change.
• Auto-initiator
• Work with minimal supervision
• Self-criticism of one's work

Supporting a Diverse and Inclusive Workforce

At TNT, we believe in diversity and inclusion. We recognize the benefits of a diverse and inclusive workforce and strive to provide a work environment that is respectful for all of our employees. One of our core values as a company is to provide our employees with every opportunity to succeed; This starts with treating everyone with dignity and respect and valuing each employee's unique contribution.

We encourage job applications from people from diverse backgrounds and job candidates will be evaluated on a non-discriminatory basis. As a team, we will continue to grow and learn together.

We offer a competitive compensation package for our employees, including a generous group benefits plan, and we are committed to providing training and development to all employees.