Senior Business Optimization Engineer

WHAT DOES AGNICO EAGLE VALUE?

At Agnico Eagle, our values never waver. We believe in trust, respect, equity, family and responsibility. Why? Because they express who we are, and they have helped us succeed in business for over 60 years. We value you - your unique set of skills and experience. We value your willingness to build those skills and make a meaningful contribution to our company. And, we value your commitment to treat every person on our team with respect, helping us to operate safely, protect the environment and make a positive contribution to our local communities.

ABOUT OUR OPERATION

Canadian-based and led, Agnico Eagle is Canada's largest mining company and the second largest gold producer in the world. It produces precious metals from operations in Canada, Australia, Finland and Mexico and has a pipeline of high-quality exploration and development projects. Agnico Eagle is a partner of choice within the mining industry, recognized globally for its leading sustainability practices. Agnico Eagle was founded in 1957 and has consistently created value for its shareholders, declaring a cash dividend every year since 1983.

Agnico Eagle Mines' Detour Lake Mine is situated on the traditional homelands of the Apitipi Anicinapek Nation, Moose Cree First Nation, and Taykwa Tagamou Nation. In honoring our relationships with and commitments to our Partner Nations, Agnico Eagle prioritizes the hiring of members from these Nations. Additionally, Agnico Eagle has entered into an agreement with the Métis Nation of Ontario, and therefore, we also prioritize citizens of the Métis Nation of Ontario. To support this commitment, members from these Nations seeking employment opportunities at the Detour Lake Mine are encouraged to self-identify during the job application process. This ensures that we can consider your application appropriately in line with our dedication to supporting our Partner Nations.

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In compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Agnico Eagle Mining (AEM) is committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities. Accommodation is available, upon request, for candidates participating in the recruitment process.

YOUR NEXT CHALLENGE:

Reporting to the Optimization Superintendent, you will be part of the Process Plant Operations Department. You will be the Plant’s optimization champion and value steward, integrating capital allocation, LOM and OPEX planning, operational performance, and decision excellence to ensure the plant consistently selects, governs, and realizes its highest-value opportunities. You will also ensure that the goals and objectives are achieved while promoting and respecting Agnico Eagle’s values, Health & Safety Code of Conduct and the environment.

• Translates complex mill operations into corporate financial metrics (NPV, IRR) to drive value-based rather than technical-only decisions;

• Proven capability to challenge assumptions, break down silos, and build consensus among strong-willed Operations, Maintenance, Metallurgy, and Finance teams without direct authority;

• Strong framing and structuring skills for complex, ambiguous problems; comfort with probabilistic thinking, risk trade-offs, and an "Expected Value" mindset;

• Deep understanding of cost drivers, budgeting cycles, variance reporting, contract structures, and corporate capital governance frameworks;

• Ability to translate complex metallurgical, engineering, or financial data into clear, defensible business cases & compelling presentations for executive leadership;

• Strong foundational understanding of grinding, crushing, metallurgical recovery, and mill maintenance infrastructure to ensure optimization ideas are operationally grounded;

• Expert proficiency in creating "with vs. without" investment-grade financial models, sensitivity analyses, and cash flow projections;

• Proficiency or high adaptability with mining enterprise software such as XERAS, Oracle Hyperion, OneStream, or Anaplan;

• Capability to integrate ranges, scenario analyses, and probabilistic tools.
  

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mining or Metallurgical) preferred, Business Administration, or Finance are acceptable if paired with mining experience;

• P.Eng. (Professional Engineer) or CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) designation, uniquely paired with a strong foundational background or practical experience in metallurgy;

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, Project Management Professional (PMP), or formal Asset Management/OpEx certifications are considered strong assets;

• Minimum of 7 – 10 years of progressive experience in in mining, mineral processing, or processing plants, or corporate capital/operations consulting;

• Demonstrated track record of leading or majorly contributing to multi-million dollar OPEX/CAPEX budgeting cycles ($20M+ asset portfolios);

• Documented history of initiating, evaluating, and delivering major business improvement, bottleneck removal, or cost optimization initiatives from concept to execution.

Your Work Schedule:

• Schedule:  4/3, 5/2 schedule at our Detour Lake Mine;

• Accommodations and meals are provided on site at no cost to the employee. Agnico Eagle provides transportation to and from the mine site and will accommodate to cover other travelling expenses according to your location of residence in Canada.

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Compensation Statement

In accordance with applicable legislation, the expected compensation includes base salary and potential bonus opportunity. Your individual pay will reflect your skills and experience while remaining competitive within the local market.

Minimum Salary : $135,000CAD Maximum Salary : $178,000CAD
Job : Process Plant
Primary Location : Ontario-Cochrane
Organization : Agnico Eagle Mines
Schedule : Full-time
Shift Schedule : 5/2-4/3
Employment Type Code : Salaried
Posting End Date : Sep 3, 2026, 11:59:00 PM