Mining Technology Engineer

Company:

Number of Openings:

1

Worker Type:

Permanent

Position Overview:

Join Finning Canada as a Mining Technology Engineer

Are you passionate about technology, eager to learn, and excited about making a real impact in the mining industry?

We're looking for a Mining Technology Engineer to join our growing team supporting advanced Caterpillar® and MineStar® technologies across Western Canada.



What Makes This Opportunity Unique?

This role is designed as an exceptional entry point into Finning's mining technology organization, making it ideal for:

New graduates

Engineers-in-Training (EITs)

Early-career technology professionals

Individuals looking to build a career in mining technology and autonomous systems

Through structured onboarding, formal training, mentorship, and hands-on field experience, you'll develop valuable skills while working with industry-leading mining and construction technologies.

Job Description:

What You'll Be Doing 

• Supporting Caterpillar® MineStar®, and autonomous mining technologies while helping customers maximize the performance, reliability, and availability of their technology systems. 

• Troubleshooting software, hardware, networking, GPS/GNSS, and fleet management systems 

• Working directly with customers to minimize downtime and maximize productivity 

• Supporting autonomous mining solutions alongside multidisciplinary teams 

• Assisting with technology implementations, upgrades, and project delivery 

• Creating documentation, best practices, and support handovers 

• Traveling to customer sites across Western Canada to provide technical expertise 

What We're Looking For 

You are someone who:

• Has a strong desire to learn and grow professionally 

• Thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments 

• Adapts quickly to changing priorities 

• Demonstrates accountability, professionalism, and reliability 

• Enjoys solving technical challenges in real-world production environments 

Experience or knowledge in any of the following is considered an asset:

• Fleet Management Systems (MineStar, Wenco, Modular) 

• Computer Networking 

• GPS/GNSS Technology 

• Mining Operations or Heavy Civil Construction

• Mine Planning 

• Civil CAD, Vulcan, Deswik, or similar engineering software 

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Location & Travel 

Based in Edmonton

Travel required across Alberta, Saskatchewan, British Columbia, and the Northwest Territories

Rotational schedule required 14x14 • Short-notice travel • Occasional night-shift coverage

Why Finning? 

• Competitive compensation 

• Flexible benefits from Day One 

• Pension matching 

• Employee Share Purchase Plan 

• RRSP options 

• Paid vacation that grows with tenure 

• Career growth and development opportunities 

At Finning, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. As a company, we continuously strive to enhance our outreach to individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate against applicants based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities. Furthermore, Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations /adjustments to individuals with disabilities. If you require an adjustment/accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.