Mine Engineer

Origin Mining Company•Golden Valley, AZ

About The Position

The Mine Engineer provides technical engineering support for the safe, efficient, and cost-effective operation of an open pit mining operation. The role supports mine planning, production optimization, drill and blast design, geotechnical monitoring, and operational performance analysis, working closely with operations, geology, survey, and maintenance teams. The Mine Engineer develops and maintains mine plans, monitors mining activities, and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance productivity, safety, and resource recovery.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
Minimum 3–5 years of experience in open pit mining operations.
Experience with mine planning and design software such as Vulcan, MineSight, or similar 3D CAD platforms.
Experience developing mine plans, production schedules, and drill and blast designs.
Strong understanding of open pit mining methods, mine design principles, and operational best practices.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and data analysis tools.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to work effectively across multiple departments.
Ability to perform regular field work in an active mining environment while maintaining a strong commitment to safety.
Ability to perform the listed physical functions, work indoors and outdoors in all kinds of weather, use a telephone and mine phone/radio, hear warning alarms, and periodically lift up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Experience with geotechnical monitoring, slope management, and mine safety programs.
Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) status.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly mine plans aligned with the life-of-mine plan and production targets.
Monitor mining activities for compliance with approved mine plans, safety standards, and operational objectives.
Prepare and update short- and medium-term mine designs, production schedules, and excavation sequences.
Design and coordinate drill and blast programs to support efficient rock fragmentation and mining performance.
Develop and maintain ore stockpile, waste dump, and haul road designs to optimize operational efficiency.
Monitor ore and waste movement to ensure material is placed according to plan and in compliance with environmental and operational requirements.
Analyze production data and key performance indicators to identify operational improvement and cost-reduction opportunities.
Collect, review, and report geotechnical monitoring data; identify potential risks and recommend corrective actions as needed.
Collaborate with geology and grade control teams to support accurate ore delineation and resource utilization.
Support survey activities and validate mine designs against field conditions.
Conduct field inspections to verify mining progress, identify operational challenges, and ensure adherence to engineering standards.
Prepare technical reports, presentations, and engineering documentation for management and regulatory requirements.
Participate in safety initiatives, risk assessments, and continuous improvement programs.
Work collaboratively with operations, maintenance, environmental, and geology teams to achieve production and business objectives.