Job Description
JOB TITLE: Senior Mine Engineer
DEPARTMENT: Technical Services
LOCATION: Robinson Mine - Ruth, NV
PAY GRADE: 7
POSITION REPORTS TO: Chief Mine Engineer
ROTATING SHIFT: Yes ◻ No ◼
EXEMPT ◼ NONEXEMPT ◻ Purpose & Scope of The Position: The Senior Mine Engineer is responsible for short and long-term mine planning, mine surveying, assisting with geotechnical monitoring, and providing technical guidance/support for the Mine Department and other departments as required.
Job Duties & Responsibilities: - Follow safe work procedures and best practices.
- Assist in the creation, refinement, and implementation of the short term mine plan (material sequence; access planning; pit design; shot muck inventory; blast design and planning; dump sequencing) to attain the Life of Mine Plan.
- Assist in the creation, refinement, and implementation of the mid-range (18-24 months) mine plan (material sequence; access planning; pit design; shot muck inventory; blast design and planning; dump sequencing) to attain the Life of Mine Plan.
- Assist in the creation, refinement and implementation of the Life of Mine Plan.
- Coordinate mine surveying activities and other Field Engineering Technician assignments to fully optimize this group's time and efficiency.
- Coordinate mine planning and technical evaluation planning process and offer assistance or direct the activities for long and short-term projects (i.e. reclamation; hydrology; dump design; third party engineering studies; blasting techniques & procedures).
- Generate optimal pit shell design utilizing the most current pit design programs.
- Assist in developing accurate metal plans, particularly for budgeting purposes.
- Assist Mine Operations department to determine equipment requirements.
- Responsible for mine closure design and planning while working closely with the Environmental Resources Department.
- Prepare accurate and defendable reserve statements.
- Willingness to perform other duties as necessary to ensure the success of KGHM.
- Perform additional duties as needed to support the success of Robinson Nevada Mining Company and KGHM.
Required Qualifications: - Education: Bachelor's degree in Mine Engineering, Geologic Engineering or Civil Engineering.
- Experience: Minimum of five (5) years progressively responsible mine engineering experience - open-pit mining operation preferred, but not required.
- Licenses: Valid driver's license.
Preferred Qualifications: - Education: Master's degree in Mine Engineering, Geologic Engineering or Civil Engineering.
- Experience:
- Mine Operations/Supervision experience would be beneficial.
- Previous supervisory responsibilities.
- Previous Project Management responsibilities.
Technical Skills & Competencies: - Knowledge of mine planning, reserve estimation, and budgeting process.
- Excellent analytical, management, organization, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- The successful candidate must demonstrate the ability to work safely and in a team environment and communicate well with others.
- A working knowledge of MineSight or other mine planning software package is preferred, but not required.
- Experience with acQuire, NPV Scheduler, AutoCAD and Microsoft Office is preferred.
Travel Requirements: - Occasional for training or seminars.
Supervisory Responsibilities: - Develop entry level engineers for advancement within the Technical Services Department.
- Be a leader and motivator.
Additional Requirements: - Successful completion of a pre-employment physical, including drug and alcohol testing.
- Ability to meet the required physical demands, exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 15 pounds of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly.
What We Offer: - Robinson Nevada Mining Company is committed to providing an exceptional experience that supports your physical, mental, financial, and emotional well-being. Our program includes:
- Competitive Compensation: Reflecting the value of your contributions.
- Collaborative and Engaging Environment: Work alongside a progressive, high-performing team while gaining insights from industry experts and experienced professionals.
- Career Pathways: Exposure to a variety of career opportunities across the organization.
Join our Team: - We encourage all applicants to apply, even if your experience doesn't match every qualification, we value diverse perspectives and unique experiences. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Commitment to Inclusion: - Robinson Nevada Mining Company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any legally protected characteristic (e.g., gender, sexual orientation, disability, race, national origin, religion).
- If you require an accommodation during the application or hiring process, please inform your recruiter.
Salary Transparency: - The salary for this position is competitive and determined independently of prior salary history. In compliance with Nevada law, we will not request your salary history, and we kindly ask candidates not to disclose it.
Apply today to gain invaluable experience in a fast-paced, rewarding industry!
Job Tags
Temporary work, Work at office, Rotating shift