Field Mining Engineer
Core
Provide onsite technical support for open pit and underground mining operations, optimizing production, safety, and cost-effectiveness.
Role type
Field Mining Engineer
Builds
Short-term mine plans, production schedules, dig/placement designs, and operational efficiency improvements.
Domain
Mining (Open pit/Underground)
Required skills
Mine planning software (MineSight, Deswik, Datamine, Vulcan), AutoCAD, GIS, operational data analysis, KPI tracking, safety compliance, equipment evaluation, drill/blast performance assessment, ore/waste management strategy.
Preferred skills
6+ years progressive mining experience, open-pit/underground operations expertise, EIT/PE licensure, MSHA New Miner Certificate.
Technologies
MineSight, Deswik, Datamine, Vulcan, AutoCAD, GIS
Responsibilities
Monitor production activities and ensure compliance with mine plans; Conduct field inspections to verify design conformance; Develop short-term mine plans and production schedules; Evaluate drill and blast performance; Track KPIs (production rates, equipment utilization, haul cycle times, ore recovery); Generate operational performance reports; Coordinate with survey and geology teams.
Seniority
Mid-Senior level (4+ years required, 6+ preferred)