Int. Engineer, Mine

Job Category: Engineering

Location: McArthur River 

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

McArthur River, located in northern Saskatchewan, is the world’s largest high-grade uranium mine. The uranium produced at McArthur River is used for nuclear fuel products, which utilities around the world rely on to generate safe, reliable, emissions-free nuclear power. Cameco is one of the largest global providers of the uranium fuel needed to power a secure energy future.

The Role

Working with the McArthur River team, you will be responsible for providing mine engineering knowledge and support. Core responsibilities will include planning and scheduling, ventilation, ground control, surveying and other activities to support production, development and construction in a challenging environment. This role will require contributions in various technical disciplines and will involve some cross training to help meet the needs of the department. With safety as your core value, you will focus on high quality results and provide direction and guidance to ensure that planning is in place to achieve targets. 

In this role, you will:

• Prepare engineering documents: drawings, change notices and production designs.


• Conduct field work associated with surveying, mine ventilation and ground support.


• Job shadow engineering or mining staff for on-the-job training.
  
  

Required:  

• bachelor’s degree in mine (or related) engineering;


• two to six years of relevant work experience required;


• eligible for registration with the association of professional engineers and geoscientists of Saskatchewan (APEGS);


• working towards registration as a Professional Engineer;


• strong communication, planning and organizational skills;


• flexibility, teamwork and good time management; and


• work a rotational schedule and commute to site by aircraft.

Recommended:

• previous experience in an underground mining environment in a technical or operational role; and


• familiarity with mining products or mining software (Deswik preferred).

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.
  
  

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 #: 42467

Posted: September 1, 2026

Posting end date: September 22, 2026
Salary Range: $106,800 - $133,500

Applicants will be considered for a level within the job progression which is appropriate to their qualifications.

Safety Sensitive Site

Preference will be given to Residents of Saskatchewan’s North (RSN).

The McArthur River operation is located in northern Saskatchewan and operates on a two week on/two week off rotational schedule. Employees commute to the site by aircraft from designated locations in Saskatchewan.

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.