Mine Engineer

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We believe our people make the difference. That’s why we invest in talent by offering meaningful opportunities to grow your skills, expand your knowledge, and pursue your interests. Our work environment prioritizes safety, fosters collaboration across teams, and embraces inclusion. Here, you’ll be challenged to grow, and you’ll be supported throughout your career journey. Join us and help shape the future of Lhoist North America.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Mine Engineer is responsible for supporting safe, efficient, and cost-effective mining operations through mine planning, surveying, drill and blast design, project management, and operational support activities. This role develops short- and long-range mine plans, manages surveying and mapping functions, supports capital and infrastructure projects, and provides technical expertise to optimize resource recovery, productivity, and operational performance. The Mine Engineer works closely with quarry operations, maintenance, environmental, and plant teams to ensure compliance with company standards and all applicable regulatory requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS:

1. Leadership

• Promote and champion a culture of safety in all aspects of mining operations by actively participating in safety initiatives, inspections, training, and continuous improvement efforts.

2. Mine Surveying, Mapping & Drill/Blast Support

• Manage mine surveying and mapping activities to ensure accurate and timely reporting of mine development, production progress, ore boundaries, infrastructure locations, and material inventories.
• Maintain and publish up-to-date mine maps and survey records in accordance with company standards.
• Prepare volumetric, planimetric, and reconciliation reports to support operational planning, inventory management, and performance tracking.
• Design, survey, and document drill and blast patterns to support safe and efficient production while maintaining accurate electronic records.

3. Mine Planning & Reconciliation

• Develop and maintain short-term mine plans, dig maps, and production schedules that align with operational objectives and longer-term planning strategies.
• Coordinate with mine planning, geology, and operations teams to ensure alignment between short-, mid-, and long-term mine plans.
• Support material movement reconciliation, waste management planning, and performance analysis to optimize resource recovery and operational efficiency.

4. Technical Support & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with operations, geology, quality, and laboratory teams to ensure mine plans are aligned with orebody characteristics, production requirements, quality objectives, and safety standards.
• Provide technical guidance and recommendations to support daily operational decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives.

5.    Operations Support & Leadership

• Serve as a technical resource for mining operations by supporting supervisors and production teams in achieving safety, production, and quality objectives.
• Provide functional leadership and operational direction to employees and contractors when designated by site management.

6.    Mine Infrastructure & Engineering Support

• Provide engineering support for mine infrastructure systems, including haul roads, dewatering, communications, utilities, and other operational assets.
• Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to ensure infrastructure reliability, regulatory compliance, and effective long-term planning.

7.    Project Management

• Manage mining and infrastructure projects from concept development through implementation and closeout, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, cost, schedule, and compliance requirements.
• Develop project scopes, cost estimates, schedules, and supporting documentation while coordinating internal stakeholders and external contractors.
• Monitor project budgets, schedules, contractor performance e, and project KPIs to ensure successful execution.

8. Other Duties

• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned in support of mine operations and business objectives.

ATTRIBUTES REQUIRED:

• Positive, proactive, highly organized and self‑directed work style with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and long-range planning tasks.

• Strong technical aptitude with the ability to analyze geological, mining, and production data to support safe, efficient, and cost‑effective mine operations.
• Proficient understanding of surface mining methods, mine development, drilling and blasting fundamentals, haul road design, pit sequencing, and material flow.
• Working knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements, including MSHA standards, environmental permits, and safety protocols applicable to surface mining.
• Ability to use mine planning and modeling tools, such as Carlson, Surpac, or similar software, as well as Microsoft Office applications.

• Effective communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills at all organizational levels.

• Strong decision‑making and problem‑solving skills, especially under changing field conditions.
• Comfortable working in field environments, including regular time spent in the mine, interacting with operators, supervisors, vendors, and contractors.
• Commitment to safety, risk‑based thinking, and continuous improvement in mining operations.
• Demonstrated adaptability and resourcefulness, with the ability to support operational needs, project work, and technical troubleshooting as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & PHYSICAL DEMANDS INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Work safely in an active surface mining environment with exposure to dust, noise, vibration, heavy equipment, blasting activities, and varying weather conditions.
• Access all operational areas of the mine, including walking on uneven terrain, climbing stairs and ladders, and navigating pits, stockpiles, haul roads, and elevated locations.
• Conduct field inspections and engineering assessments requiring standing, walking, bending, kneeling, balancing, and visual observation.
• Analyze and interpret mine plans, survey data, production information, and regulatory documents in both office and field settings.
• Communicate effectively with employees, contractors, and leadership through verbal, written, radio, and electronic communication.
• Safely use engineering, survey, mapping, and data collection equipment and technology.
• Work safely around heavy mobile equipment and mining operations while adhering to all safety policies and procedures.
• Perform work indoors and outdoors in a variety of environmental and weather conditions.
• Support operational activities, including drilling, blasting, mine development, and troubleshooting, which may require schedule flexibility.
• Lift, carry, push, or pull materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Travel as required to support business operations.
• Wear and properly use all required personal protective equipment (PPE).

The essential functions and physical demands described above are representative of those required to successfully perform this role, with or without reasonable accommodation.

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering, Geological Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geology, or related technical discipline required. Equivalent mining industry experience may be considered in lieu of education where applicable.

PREFERRED EDUCATION:

• Masters of Science in Mine Engineering or Geology

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• 2-4 years of progressive mining engineering experience in a mining environment. 
• Experience in mine planning, surveying, production analysis, and project coordination.
• Experience working within MSHA-regulated operations.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• 4-6 years of mining engineering experience.
• Experience with drill and blast design and optimization.
• Experience managing contractors and capital projects.

DISCLAIMER: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. The company reserves the right to modify duties or assign additional responsibilities as needed.

Lhoist North America is proud to offer a highly competitive compensation package designed to support your well-being and future.

Our benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with paid vacation and sick time. We also offer an attractive 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a generous Employer Match as well as a Supplemental Contribution based on your Years of Service to help you plan confidently for the future. We recognize that growth doesn’t stop at the workplace. That’s why we provide educational assistance to encourage continued learning and professional development, empowering our employees to reach their full potential.

At Lhoist North America, your success is our investment.

Lhoist North America is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to fostering a workplace that values inclusion, respect, and diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. We believe that a diverse and inclusive environment strengthens our teams and drives innovation. That’s why we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply and strive to ensure every employee feels respected, supported, and empowered to succeed.

At Lhoist North America, inclusion isn’t just a policy, it’s a core part of who we are.

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