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KGHM, International Ltd

Mine Engineer

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What they do

A Mining Engineer researches mines and designs mining operations for the efficient extraction of minerals such as metals and coal. Uses knowledge of geology and engineering to determine sites to be mined, and develops plans to extract minerals effectively. May specialize in one type of mineral or material. May inspect and monitor mines for the safety and health of miners.

$108,195 / year median in Nevada

+12% projected growth

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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.