Senior Strategic Mining Engineer
Core
Provide technical leadership on complex mining projects across North America, supporting surface mining operations from early-stage studies through detailed engineering and construction.
Role type
Senior Strategic Mining Engineer (Technical Lead)
Builds
Mine planning programs, engineering studies, technical reports, and design packages for mining clients.
Domain
Mining Engineering / Surface Mining / Infrastructure
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Mine planning optimization, pit design, phase scheduling, engineering judgment, technical report preparation, NI 43-101/JORC/S-K 1300 compliance, multidisciplinary team coordination, Python scripting, mentorship
Preferred skills
Master's in Mining Engineering, QP/CP credentials, PE license, super-user expertise in Minesight/Deswik/Datamine/Vulcan, Whittle software expertise
Technologies
Minesight (MPSO), Deswik (Spatial-LHS-IS), Datamine (NPVS/Minemax), Vulcan, Whittle, Python
Responsibilities
Lead technical evaluations and engineering studies for surface mining operations; Provide technical direction during concept, prefeasibility, feasibility, and detailed engineering studies; Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering teams (civil, geotechnical, structural, mechanical, electrical, process, environmental); Use and mentor others in mine planning software operations; Perform as Qualified Person (QP) / Competent Person (CP) for reserves reporting; Prepare and review technical reports, calculations, and design packages; Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers; Participate in interdisciplinary design reviews; Support construction engineering, field investigations, and commissioning.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities