Mine Engineer

KGHM International Ltd.

$80K — $95K *
Ely, NV 89301In-Person
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mine Engineering, Geologic Engineering, or Civil Engineering.
  • Valid driver's license.
  • 1-5 years of mine engineering or relevant internship experience.
  • Experience in open-pit mining operations is preferred.
  • Basic knowledge of mine planning practices.

Responsibilities

  • Follow safe work procedures and contribute to a safety-first culture.
  • Assist in creating and refining the short-term mine plan.
  • Coordinate mine surveying and optimize engineering team efficiency.
  • Support long and short-term mine planning projects.
  • Develop accurate metal plans and assist with equipment determination.
  • Collaborate with various departments to carry out projects in the pit.
  • Present mine plans to diverse groups and maintain clear communication.

Benefits

  • Commitment to employee well-being, encompassing physical, mental, financial, and emotional support.
  • Competitive compensation reflecting employee contributions.
  • Collaborative environment with a high-performing team facilitating growth and learning.
  • Opportunities for career advancement across the organization.
Full Job Description
JOB TITLE: Mine Engineer
DEPARTMENT: Technical Services
LOCATION: Robinson Nevada Mining Company - Ruth, NV
PAY GRADE: 6
POSITION REPORTS TO: Chief Mine Engineer
ROTATING SHIFT: No
EXEMPT


Purpose & Scope of The Position:

Mine Engineer is responsible for mine planning, mine surveying, assisting with geotechnical monitoring, supporting drill and blast planning, and providing technical guidance/support for the Mine Department and other Departments as required.
Job Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Follow safe work procedures and best practices.
  • All RNMC employees are accountable for the safety of themselves as well as that of their coworkers.
  • 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.
  • 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).
  • Assist in developing accurate metal plans.
  • Assist Mine Operations department to determine equipment requirements.
  • Assist other departments (Geology, Environmental, etc.) in organizing, scheduling, and carrying out projects in and around the pit.
  • Present mine plans in front of various group sizes and backgrounds.
  • Be a leader, motivator, and embrace RNMC's Zero Harm culture. Be able to work safely and in a team environment and communicate well with others.
  • The successful candidate must demonstrate the ability to work safely and in a team environment and communicate well with others.
  • 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.
  • Licenses: Valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience:
    • One to five (1-5) years of responsible mine engineering experience and/or Summer Internship experience.
    • Mine Operations/Supervision experience would be beneficial.
    • Open-pit mining operations experience.
    • Basic knowledge of mine planning.

Technical Skills & Competencies:
  • Excellent analytical, management, organization, communication and problem-solving skills.
  • A working knowledge of MinePlan or other mine planning software package is preferred but not required.
  • Experience with acQuire, NPV Scheduler, AutoCAD and Microsoft Office is preferred.
  • Be a leader and motivator.

Travel Requirements:
  • Occasional for training or seminars.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
  • N/A

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 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.

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