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We have an exciting opportunity for you! Our people division is growing, and we are looking for a Process Engineer to join our team at the Cortez Mine, located in Elko, NV.\nAt Nevada Gold Mines, our vision is to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and operating the best assets with the best people. We are committed to a safe work environment sending every person home safe and healthy every day and leaving a sustainable legacy on our host communities.\nAs an Engineer specializing in Tailings and Heap Leach Management, you will play a crucial role to ensure that design, construction, operation, monitoring and closure of tailings storage facilities (TSFs) and heap leach facilities (HLFs) at the Cortez Mine are following regulatory requirements, the Barrick Tailings and Heap Leach Management Standards, and the Global Industry on Tailings Management (GISTM). 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