Mine Survey Engineer

Turner Mining Group•Winnemucca, NV

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Mine Survey Engineer conducts ground and unmanned aerial surveys, processes and manages survey data, and provides AutoCAD drafting support for mining operations. The role also installs, maintains, calibrates, and troubleshoots surveying and machine-control equipment to support accurate positioning and operational efficiency. The incumbent works with engineering, geology, and operations teams to provide surveying and technical support for mine planning, development, and production, while following safety and regulatory requirements. The work location is the Thacker Pass Project in Orovada, Nevada. The position includes collecting field data, calculating material volumes and inventories, piloting unmanned aircraft for aerial surveys, producing topographic maps and other survey deliverables, preparing CAD designs and 3-D models, and performing construction staking. It also supports operational GPS files, mapping, permitting, mine plans, special projects, and required reporting.

Requirements

At least two years of post-secondary education in civil engineering technology, surveying, or a related discipline, and/or appropriate surveying and computer experience.
An FAA Part 107 drone license, or the ability to obtain one within 60 days of hire.
Knowledge of land-surveying and engineering principles and practices.
Proficiency with AutoCAD, Carlson/Trimble, and Microsoft 365.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently or cooperatively with coworkers and organize day-to-day activities.
Ability to work safely in all weather conditions.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including lifting and carrying equipment, climbing, and prolonged standing, walking, or sitting.

Nice To Haves

Additional relevant surveying experience.
Experience surveying at a surface mining operation.

Responsibilities

Perform duties in accordance with MSHA laws and regulations, company safety procedures, and state and federal environmental regulations.
Collect field data using GPS and traditional surveying equipment.
Calculate volumes moved by equipment, including stockpile volumes, truck/shovel yards, and pond capacities.
Establish control and targets for aerial surveys.
Pilot an unmanned aircraft system for aerial surveys and process data to produce topographic maps, calculate quantities, and produce aerial photos.
Perform CAD work, including volume computations, haul and ramp designs, and 3-D modeling.
Manage data in spreadsheets as required.
Calculate monthly pit inventory and ore severed for royalty payments, and prepare end-of-month reports and maps.
Perform construction staking for haul roads, ponds, boundaries, and other features.
Create GPS files for equipment in the operations department.
Draft mapping, permitting materials, and mine plans using AutoCAD.
Install, maintain, and calibrate surveying and machine-control equipment.
Provide survey support to departments for special projects.
Perform other duties as assigned.