Job Description
Job DescriptionPosition Overview
The Mining Engineer will support the Mining Group in various facets of mine engineering and operational activities.
Employee Benefits
We take pride in offering a robust and competitive benefits package designed to provide health and financial assistance to our most valuable asset: our employees. Your benefits play a crucial role in your overall compensation. Therefore, we provide a diverse selection of benefits for you to choose from. All regular full-time staff members can enroll in a range of health and welfare plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Additional benefits encompass life insurance, disability protection, an employee assistance program, and a retirement plan. We also offer various optional benefits for employees to select from.
Salary Range
$105,000 - $135,000, depending on experience
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in executing mine engineering and planning tasks.
- Learn and implement all organizational policies and safety protocols to foster a secure work environment.
- Collaborate and communicate with other engineering teams to complete corporate projects within the mining sector.
- Gain insights into the cement and aggregate production processes to enhance mining efficiency; understand how changes in manufacturing chemistry affect mineral needs and reserves.
- Estimate mineral deposits and create appropriate life-of-mine designs for resources.
- Develop and annually update one, five, and life-of-mine plans utilizing Surpac and MineSched mining software.
- Oversee mining initiatives such as exploratory drilling or rock mechanics studies.
- Analyze and assess mining operations to optimize equipment utilization and operational performance.
- Conduct surveying and inventory tasks as needed using various surveying tools, including GPS, drones, and total stations.
- Engage with and support plant personnel, corporate staff, and contractors as necessary.
- Conduct exploration activities on potential new mining sites.
- Collaborate with the environmental division to ensure mining operations comply with local and federal regulations.
- Operate as a certified commercial drone pilot for aerial survey tasks.
Educational Background
A Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering or a related discipline is preferred; degrees in Civil Engineering or Geosciences may also be acceptable based on relevant work experience.
Qualifications and Skills
- Knowledge of MSHA and OSHA regulations is preferred.
- Supervisory experience in open-pit mining is advantageous.
- Familiarity with Surpac mining software and AutoCAD is preferred.
- Must possess or be willing to obtain FAA Part 107 sUAS drone pilot certification.
- Surveying expertise is preferred.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Highly organized self-starter with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple ongoing projects.
- Adaptable mindset with the capability to thrive in dynamic situations and adjust priorities as needed.
- Strong interpersonal skills to foster positive relationships across all levels of management and staff.
- Able to demonstrate sound judgment in problem-solving scenarios.
- Physical requirements include the ability to walk or hike long distances, stoop, crawl into confined spaces, and climb on equipment for supervision.
- Capable of traversing various surfaces (including uneven and slippery terrain), climbing stairs, ladders, and stockpiles up to 400 feet high. May involve exploratory work in extreme temperatures and high-altitude areas.
- Must be able to travel to different plant sites and work locations.
- Willingness to travel overnight (by air or vehicle).
Employment Conditions
The selected candidate will be required to undergo a post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug and alcohol screening, and a background check. Certain positions may necessitate ongoing drug and alcohol testing in accordance with FMCSA regulations.