Mining Engineer

BBA Consultants•Elko, NV

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Your future role on our team At BBA, our reputation is built on technical expertise, a strong culture of commitment, and long-term, trust-based relationships with our clients and partners. We offer flexibility, career growth opportunities and the chance to make a direct impact with the support of a large organization. As our mining and metals activities continue to grow, we’re seeking a mining engineer to join our high-performing mining team. You’ll have the opportunity to work on a wide range of challenging projects, including sustaining and growth projects, working closely with BBA and client teams to deliver practical solutions to complex mining challenges. Ideally, you’re a mining professional with an interest in consulting and client engagement within the base and precious metals sector. With us, you’ll get the opportunity to... Provide mining engineering and design services for underground mine studies, including scoping, prefeasibility, feasibility, detailed design and S-K1300 technical reports: Manipulating block models Selecting appropriate mining methods Calculating cut-off grades Optimization and mine designs Preparing mine plans and production schedules Determining equipment fleets Estimating mineral reserves Estimating capital and operating costs Contributing to financial models Writing and contributing to study reports Work closely with our geology, ventilation, rock mechanics, drill-and-blast and infrastructure teams Manage the mining scope of large projects Liaise with clients on technical matters and present results professionally Deliver high-quality services that uphold BBA’s professional reputation

Requirements

Undergraduate or graduate degree in mining or geological engineering from a recognized university
Experience working at a mining operation in engineering and/or project evaluation
At least 4 years of relevant experience
Member of a professional association for engineers or eligible to register with one
Advanced proficiency with mine design and planning software (Deswik preferred)
Experience selecting mine equipment and estimating capital and operating costs
Working knowledge of budgeting, scheduling and financial modelling
Understanding of the key components required for a successful mining operation (processing, tailings, infrastructure)
Passion and aptitude for collaboration
Excellent communication and presentation skills, written and spoken
Ability to communicate with colleagues and clients in a professional and technical manner
Willingness to travel both domestically and internationally, for varying durations and occasionally to remote locations

Responsibilities

Provide mining engineering and design services for underground mine studies, including scoping, prefeasibility, feasibility, detailed design and S-K1300 technical reports
Manipulating block models
Selecting appropriate mining methods
Calculating cut-off grades
Optimization and mine designs
Preparing mine plans and production schedules
Determining equipment fleets
Estimating mineral reserves
Estimating capital and operating costs
Contributing to financial models
Writing and contributing to study reports
Work closely with our geology, ventilation, rock mechanics, drill-and-blast and infrastructure teams
Manage the mining scope of large projects
Liaise with clients on technical matters and present results professionally
Deliver high-quality services that uphold BBA’s professional reputation

Benefits

Annual base salary from $78,000 to $130,000
Annual premium program for regular employees
Group insurance plan from the first day of employment
401(k) retirement plan
Annual paid time off (PTO)
Statutory holidays
Premium for employee referrals
A flexible schedule that combines office presence and working from home
A caring environment where everyone’s ideas are listened to and there’s no sense of hierarchy
Friendly, eco-mindful and high-tech workspaces
Committees involved in important causes: diversity, social commitment, and more
A growing business with many opportunities
An inclusive culture that values diversity, respect and openness