Mine Engineer
The Mine Engineer is an on-site engineering support role for the underground aggregate operations in the Chicago market area. The Mine Engineer assists mine management in ensuring that operations are run in a safe manner, in compliance with all governmental requirements, and in the most efficient and effective way possible. The Mine Engineer is generally responsible for mine planning, special projects as they arise, and federal and state regulatory documentation. The Mine Engineer collaborates with a team of engineers to help optimize other local mining operations.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
What you'll be doing:
- Demonstrates a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to safety policies in all work environments and areas.
- Surveying and mapping of underground mine advance and all appropriate mine features
- Short- and mid-term mine planning
- Measuring ventilation quantities
- Tracking of mining royalties
- Updating required MSHA and ATF documentation
- Ensuring appropriate ground support is implemented
- Assisting in managing the crew, as required
- Completing design work and cost analyses for special projects, as required
- Observing and tracking mining conditions and practices for continuous improvement
- Assisting with safety training and recordkeeping
- Assisting with greenfielding and other new site development
- Providing technical assistance for mine management, as required
RELATIONSHIPS WITH OTHER JOBS
- Reports to the Senior Mine Engineer
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We're looking for:
Required Education: Bachelor's Degree in Mining Engineer
Required Work Experience: 3-5 years experience
Required Computer/Software Skills : Good computer skills, with proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Excel
Required Training/Certifications:
- Up-to-date MSHA training for underground mining is preferred
- Certification as an MSHA-approved instructor for both surface and underground is a plus
Additional Requirements :
- Strong problem solving and analytical skills
- Driven to work with limited supervision
- Knowledge of total stations and other surveying equipment
- Familiarity with industrial hygiene sampling protocol is a plus
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Disciplined and process oriented
- Knowledge of underground mining (including ventilation and roof control)
- Must be familiar with federal mining regulations
- Ability to follow through with projects from beginning to end
What we offer:
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
- Generous Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
- Dress for your day policy
- Holistic health & well-being programs for physical, mental/emotional and financial health with access to resources and benefits to help focus on staying well through education and prevention
- Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance coverage
- Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent Care
- Vision and other voluntary benefits and discounts
- Retirement Savings – Choose from 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings
- Paid Parental Leave (Maternity & Paternity)
- Educational Assistance Program
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