Senior Mining Engineer - Projects

Northern Star Pogo LLC•Delta Junction, AK

3d•$130,000 - $145,000•Onsite

About The Position

Northern Star (Pogo) LLC has a challenging and rewarding opportunity for a Senior Projects Mining Engineer at our world-class Pogo operation in Alaska on a rotational camp schedule. The Senior Projects Mining Engineer reports to the Mine Superintendent. The primary role is accountable for supervising and training a team of Mining Engineers, Graduates and Interns in their daily tasks, liaising with key stakeholders, reviewing plans produced by the Engineering team, and producing and reviewing schedules for Pogo Mine consistent with safe practices, government regulations and production targets.

Requirements

Four to ten years progressively responsible relevant work experience.
Prefer minimum 3 years underground mining experience.
Demonstrated computer skills in Windows environment with experience in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Demonstrated software skills in some specialty software such as Deswick/Vulcan, Minecad, Autocad, VnetPC, EPS, and Qualtrax.
Experience in Long Hole Open Stoping is required, preferably narrow vein with paste backfill.
Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment and adapt to changing priorities.
Ability to assume increasing levels of responsibility.
Valid Driver's License required.
Good communication skills.
Must have good comprehension of safe operating procedures, safety rules, policies, emergency procedures, and MSHA requirements.
Must pass a post offer physical and drug test, as well as a background check.

Nice To Haves

Prefer experience and/or training in Deswick, Vulcan or other mine design software package, including schedulers such as Deswik IS.
Prefer some hands on experience with mining operations and production.

Responsibilities

Supervise, train and mentor the team of mining engineers, graduates and interns
Ensure all work is planned and conducted safely and in accordance with NSR standards and MSHA regulations
Where required, participate in incident investigations and complete allocated action.
Attend and/or lead mine planning and scheduling meetings
Maintain proactive engagement with key stakeholders (NSMS, Geology, Survey, Safety and other contractors).
Perform financial evaluations and cost analyses for operating and capital project justification
Complete budget project work to deliver expansionary and/or quality and productivity improvements for the mine systems and processes
Conduct workplace inspections in the underground mine to ensure standards are met in terms of quality and safety
Identify, communicate, and assist to resolve safety hazards.
Perform other duties and projects as assigned