Instrumentation and Controls Engineer
Job Description
Who We Are
AngloGold Ashanti is a global gold mining company with a diverse, high-quality portfolio of operations, projects and exploration activities across 10 countries on four continents. We pursue value-creating opportunities involving other minerals, where we can leverage our existing assets, shareholdings, skills, and experience.
At AngloGold Ashanti, we assure you of work that carries significance and creates tangible results. What we do goes beyond mining. We build livelihoods in communities, champion environmental stewardship, and strengthen local and national economies. Our leaders and teams are committed to listening to and supporting each other, valuing differences, and embracing equity. We are convinced that greatness only happens when we prioritize these behaviors and the well-being of every person.
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About the Role
Key Responsibilities
Electrical Systems Engineering
- Design, maintain, and support medium‑ and low‑voltage power distribution systems.
- Provide technical support for substations, transformers, motor control centers (MCCs), switchgear, and variable frequency drives (VFDs).
- Perform power system studies including load flow, short‑circuit, and arc‑flash analysis.
- Support emergency power systems, backup generation, and critical power infrastructure.
- Ensure electrical designs and installations comply with NEC, MSHA, and Nevada regulatory requirements.
Instrumentation & Control Systems
- Support PLC, DCS, and SCADA systems across mining and processing facilities.
- Program, troubleshoot, and maintain PLC systems (Allen‑Bradley, Siemens preferred).
- Support network communications between control systems and plant equipment.
- Interpret and maintain P&IDs, loop diagrams, and electrical single‑line diagrams.
Reliability & Technical Support
- Conduct root cause failure analysis (RCFA) on electrical, instrumentation, and control system failures.
- Identify and implement corrective actions to improve system reliability and safety.
- Support commissioning, startup, and optimization of new or modified electrical and control systems.
- Proactively identify electrical and control system risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
Collaboration & Compliance
- Work closely with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and Project teams to support ongoing plant performance.
- Coordinate with external consultants and vendors as required.
- Ensure all work aligns with company policies, safety standards, and regulatory compliance requirements.
Requirements
- Associate degree (A.A.) in Electrical / Instrumentation or Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in Electrical Engineering or related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
- 3–5 years of electrical and instrumentation experience in mining, mineral processing, or heavy industrial environments.
- Hands‑on experience supporting power distribution and control systems in operating facilities.
- Strong PLC troubleshooting and programming experience.
- Power system design and analysis.
- Motor control systems and VFD configuration.
- PLC, DCS, and SCADA systems.
- Industrial network communications.
- Ability to read and interpret P&IDs and electrical single‑line diagrams.
- Proactive approach to identifying and mitigating technical risks.
- Strong focus on safety and regulatory compliance.
- Clear technical communication and collaboration with cross‑functional teams.
- Ability to work independently while supporting broader team objectives.
- Valid driver’s license with ability to travel to and from project or site locations.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
AngloGold Ashanti Limited
BENEFITS:
AngloGold Ashanti North America (AGANA) offers a competitive benefits package to include company paid medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums; flexible spending accounts; 401(k) retirement plan with employer match; vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays. Other ancillary benefits include employer paid basic life, accidental death and dismemberment, short-term and long-term disability insurance, wellbeing reimbursement program, tuition reimbursement and a host of other benefits. AGANA recognizes the need for work life balance and offers a flexible/hybrid work schedule to employees. Eligible employees will participate in the annual short-term and long-term incentive plans. All benefits are subject to the applicable eligibility and program/plan terms and conditions and may be modified or terminated at AGANA’s sole discretion.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
AngloGold Ashanti North America Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type with regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.