Underground Mining Engineer

Stantec•Chandler, AZ

About The Position

The Underground Mining Engineer will lead mine engineering for mining studies and projects of varying size and complexity, at project stages ranging from initial concepts through execution. The role may involve working on several projects at once and taking on different levels of responsibility. The engineer will work with clients to deliver safe, responsible, and innovative solutions, lead mine engineering efforts, manage small- to mid-size projects, and prepare technical reports. Duties and responsibilities may change or expand at any time.

Requirements

Mining Engineering degree from an accredited university.
Minimum of 8 to 10 years of experience in underground hard rock mining.
Advanced skills with 3D mine design software; Deswik is required.
Advanced skills with mine scheduling software; Deswik is required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite products.
Familiarity with Mine Health and Safety Regulations.

Nice To Haves

Project management experience.
Experience with ventilation modelling.
Experience with backfill systems.
Experience with rock mechanics.
Engineering and operations experience at an operating mine.

Responsibilities

Lead mine engineering efforts, including directing other mine engineers and technicians.
Manage small- to mid-size projects.
Use resource block models to design mine access, mining methods, mine development, and mine infrastructure.
Prepare mine development and production plans and schedules.
Estimate performance productivities and support preparation of capital and operating costs.
Lead meetings and interface with clients, external consultants, contractors, subcontractors, and vendors.
Participate in technical reviews.
Conduct quality assurance and quality control on own projects and peers’ projects.
Support development of standards and specifications for the mining group.
Prepare technical reports.
Work with clients to deliver safe, responsible, and innovative solutions.