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We are looking for a Project Engineer to join our Engineering Department which is responsible to manage the Capital Projects Portfolio and provide engineering and construction services for Boron Operations and Wilmington Operations. The Engineering Team manages over 60 annual Capital Projects and assist in supporting production with technical knowledge and troubleshooting skills and providing both day to day guidance as well as developing and leading improvement projects.\nThe Project Engineer will deliver multiple projects during all stages, with a focus on prefeasibility and feasibility stages. This is a great opportunity to have close contact with different projects stakeholders from operations, processing, environmental, safety, maintenance teams to ensure compliance with the RTB Capital plan. Collaborating with operations to troubleshoot and execute optimization changes.\nWe are an open, connected international team of technical specialists using some of the most exciting data and tools on the planet. We are the world leader in automation and smart mining.\nWe have technical development programmers that are industry-leading and recognize the unique nature of your role. These provide opportunities to grow your career through a dedicated technical path while being rewarded for your unique skills.\nWorking in a collaborative community, you will be:\nEnsure projects are managed with the high attention to safety and in accordance with Rio Tinto Health, Safety and Environmental standards.\nActively participate in HSEQ systems such as Critical Risk Management Verifications, Interactions, near hit reporting, incident reporting and analysis, inspections, risk assessments, management review, element championing, etc.\nManage multiple projects in coordination with outside engineering groups, contractors or service.\nFacilitate development of project scopes, schedules, cost estimates and subsequent detailed engineering. Review contracting plans, engineering and contractor selection and procurement strategies for each initiative to ensure successful completion\nResponsibilities include working with project sponsors and outside contractors to develop detailed scopes of work to include costs, preparing bid documents, establishing job execution plans, and communicating project schedules, milestones, and progress to all relevant stakeholders.\nCoordinate CEA (Capital Expenditure Authorization) preparation and Project charters with Finance and project sponsors\nSelect and oversee engineering and field contractors to complete projects\nSupport business optimization and cost reduction initiatives and projects\nComplete MOC, SHEAP, risk assessments, etc. in support of projects and other changes\nOther technical related duties to meet the needs of the business\nWhat you’ll bring\nA commitment to the safety of yourself and your team\nBS University degree in Engineering/Construction Management required\nMinimum 2 years of Project/Construction Engineering experience in mining or mineral processing engineering or other heavy industrial industry.\nProficiency in the use of Microsoft Office software is required \nGood critical thinking, data analysis and problem-solving skills\nEffective communication skills including verbal, written and presentation skills\nProven ability to work effectively both independently and in a team-based environment\nDemonstrated willingness to be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities\nStrong multi-tasking and organizational skills\nWhat we offer\nBe recognized for your contribution, your thinking and your hard work, and go home knowing you’ve helped the world progress\nA work environment where safety is always the number one priority\nCompetitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with an annual incentive bonus\nAccess to top-tier family-friendly health programs including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life insurance coverage, and various voluntary benefits\nExcellent retirement plan including up to 6% defined company contribution; Generous 401k matching program\nAttractive share ownership plan\nComprehensive leave policies which cover all the moments that matter in life: PTO (paid time off), paid holidays, and paid bereavement leave\nA generous parental leave policy, which ensures you’re able to spend quality time with your new family\nDiscount programs for leisure purposes and access to Virgin Pulse with incentives supporting your wellbeing\nAccess to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), which provides confidential counselling or expert guidance for you and your family to help get through life’s challenges\nWhere you’ll be working\nRio Tinto Borates is a global leader in industrial mineral supply and science. We supply approximately 25% of the world’s demand for refined borates, minerals essential to life and modern living. We seek to create mutual value by working closely with our investment partners and host communities. Our 20 Mule Team Borax brand pays tribute to our first borates mining operation in Death Valley in 1872.\nAbout Rio Tinto\nRio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive.\nWe have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents. Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs - striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards. But we can’t do it on our own, so we’re focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win situations and meet opportunities.\nRespect and Inclusion\nRio Tinto is committed to equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.\nWe are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel safe, respected and valued. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome but are essential to our success. We treat all our people fairly and with dignity.\nRio Tinto participates in E- Verify to confirm work authorization. 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