Senior Mine Engineer

Hecla Mining • Mullan, ID

97d

About The Position

The Sr. Mining Engineer provides technical engineering advice and assistance to the corporate office and operating units, in the review of potential investment properties, and in the development of programs to support and expand functions within existing mining operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in mining engineering, MBA or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum 5-7 years relevant experience in mine operations/projects, mining methods and ground conditions.
• Underground mining experience is required.
• Open pit mining experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Comply with applicable environmental laws and regulations.
• Conduct activities and work in an environmentally responsible manner.
• Interpret company policies to workers and enforce safety and environmental regulations.
• Analyze and resolve work problems, or assist workers in solving work problems, per the grievance procedure as detailed in the bargaining agreement.
• Initiate or suggest plans to motivate workers to achieve work goals.
• Follow and understand MSHA rules and regulations, environmental rules and regulations, SOP and work area instructions.
• Participate in safety and environmental activities.
• Provide liaison support in project management, including engineering, procurement and construction management.
• Provide oversight of activities related to contracted engineering design groups.
• Provide mine engineering support for mine design, mine access and development, mining methods, equipment selection, mine planning, cut-off grade determination, backfill methods, mine services and ventilation.
• Provide guidance and support in production activation to ensure an efficient and economic focus.
• Manage and direct studies performed by external consultants and design engineering.
• Prepare and submit estimates in support of budget preparation for project costs, required labor, materials, equipment and production schedules.
• Develop and prepare justifications and requests for capital expenditures.
• Provide mentoring, training and support to operating unit staff.
• Review and approve invoices for services and materials.
• Prepare and submit weekly and monthly progress updates of work performed by contractors.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Mining (except Oil and Gas)
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree