Mining Engineer

Why work for us?

Driven by our purpose: Building progress for people and the planet. We are transforming to become the leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions. Holcim US offers an unparalleled range of innovative cement, aggregates, asphalt, concrete products and construction services that have been the foundation for infrastructure projects across the globe. To move the industry forward to a greener future we need people who are passionate about sustainability, are driven to shape and influence perception and keen to build, grow and thrive in our high-performance culture. Are you ready to build progress with us?

Overview

The Mine Engineer is an on-site engineering support role. The Mine Engineer assists mine management in ensuring that operations are run in a safe manner, in compliance with all governmental requirements, and in the most efficient and effective way possible. The Mine Engineer is generally responsible for mine planning, special projects as they arise, and federal and state regulatory documentation. The Mine Engineer collaborates with a team of engineers to help optimize other local mining operations.

Responsibilities

Demonstrates a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to safety policies in all work environments and areas.

Surveying and mapping of underground mine advance and all appropriate mine features

Short- and mid-term mine planning

Measuring ventilation quantities

Tracking of mining royalties

Updating required MSHA and ATF documentation

Ensuring appropriate ground support is implemented

Assisting in managing the crew, as required

Completing design work and cost analyses for special projects, as required

Observing and tracking mining conditions and practices for continuous improvement

Assisting with safety training and recordkeeping

Assisting with greenfielding and other new site development

Providing technical assistance for mine management, as required

Other duties as assigned.

RELATIONSHIPS WITH OTHER JOBS

Reports to the Plant Manager

Works closely with other mine engineers, the Safety Manager, and mine management

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree

Additional Education Preferred: Master's degree.

Field of Study Preferred: Mining

Required Work Experience: 3-5 years

Required Computer and Software Skills: Good computer skills, with proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Excel

Travel Requirements: Minimal

Additional Requirements:

Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviours.

Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Holcim approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.