Senior Consulting Mining Engineer

AECOM•Anchorage, AK

About The Position

AECOM is seeking a motivated, technically strong Senior Consulting Mining Engineer to join its growing Mining team on a part-time basis, supporting projects across Alaska. The role contributes to mining projects from early-stage studies through detailed engineering and construction support as part of multidisciplinary project teams. The engineer works with senior mining engineers, project managers, and engineering discipline leads to develop practical engineering solutions, applying technical knowledge and sound engineering judgment while managing multiple assignments and supporting mine planning and engineering expertise. The position includes client support, business development, review and preparation of technical and cost information, and coordination with other engineering disciplines. Domestic travel is approximately 20%. Engineering work must comply with client requirements, applicable industry standards, and AECOM quality procedures. AECOM states that it will not offer sponsorship or relocation for this role. This posting is for a current vacancy, which the company intends to fill by January 25, 2027. Newly hired employees must attend in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location. Benefits may vary by employment status and may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability benefits; paid time off and leaves; voluntary benefits and perks; flexible work options; well-being resources; an employee assistance program; business travel insurance; service recognition awards; a retirement savings plan; and an employee stock purchase plan.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Mining Engineering or a related engineering discipline and at least 8 years of relevant experience, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
Solid technical knowledge and sound engineering judgment.
Ability to manage multiple assignments.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Nice To Haves

30+ years of progressive mining engineering and managerial experience, with an emphasis on underground and/or surface mining.
Experience working in Alaska on large-scale mining projects, with a focus on infrastructure study and design.
Qualified Person (QP) / Competent Person (CP) credentials or a Professional Engineer (PE) license in Alaska.
Experience drafting, reviewing, and supporting conceptual studies, prefeasibility studies, feasibility studies, or detailed engineering projects.
Seasoned experience with underground and/or open-pit mine planning, production scheduling, haulage analysis, equipment selection, and financial analysis.

Responsibilities

Support clients in evaluating and developing mining solutions, including mine access planning, mining method selection, mine development strategies, and supporting infrastructure.
Participate in business development activities to promote AECOM’s growing Mining presence in Alaska.
Review mine schedules, production plans, and financial analyses prepared by senior mining engineers.
Review and prepare capital and operating cost estimates for engineering studies and project evaluations.
Review engineering calculations, technical reports, specifications, and design packages for mining projects.
Coordinate with mining, civil, geotechnical, structural, mechanical, electrical, process, environmental, and water resources engineering teams.
Participate in interdisciplinary design reviews and assist in resolving technical challenges throughout project execution.
Travel domestically approximately 20%.
Ensure engineering work complies with client requirements, applicable industry standards, and AECOM quality procedures.