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Senior Mine Engineer

SUMMARY

The Senior Mine Engineer will support the Technical Services Department in advancing the reactivation of a historic underground mining operation with over 140 years of legacy. Working within established procedures and in close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, the successful candidate will assist in providing technical input related to underground mine engineering, including mine design, scheduling, dewatering, and ventilation planning.

This role is instrumental in supporting the evaluation and planning efforts required to bring the mine back into production and will contribute to the preparation of engineering studies, project development plans, and operational readiness initiatives. A focus will be placed on applying sound engineering practices to safely and efficiently support the transition from care and maintenance to active operations, while preserving the integrity of the mine's historical infrastructure and aligning with modern standards.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Support the Technical Services team in bringing a historic underground mine back into production.
• Assist in the development and execution of mine planning, engineering design, and operational support tasks.
• Assist in development design layout changes.
• Assist survey department as needed.
• Assist in developing ventilation, ground support, mine infrastructure, and underground development upgrade plans to support the reactivation of a 140-year-old underground mine.
• Support the preparation and maintenance of short, mid, and long-range mine plans, incorporating key factors such as ventilation, stability, infrastructure requirements, and development schedules.
• Assist in the development, implementation, and documentation of Deswik scheduling protocols for consistent and efficient planning processes.
• Assist in the development of a ventilation model of the mine.
• Contribute to the optimization of mine design, sequencing, and scheduling to improve operational efficiency, profitability, and long-term sustainability.
• Provide support in the Life of Mine (LOM) budgeting process by compiling data and working with operations and maintenance teams under the guidance of senior engineering staff.
• Collaborate with maintenance and procurement teams to support efforts in ensuring equipment availability and operational readiness.
• Aid in tracking operational costs, monitoring expenditures, and identifying potential cost-saving or process improvement opportunities.
• Participate in geotechnical data collection and assessments to evaluate ground stability and inform ground control strategies.
• Assist in recommending and implementing measures to mitigate geotechnical risks based on collected data and senior engineer guidance.
• Support the preparation of technical documentation, including mine plans, reports, and budget inputs for internal review and external stakeholders as directed.
• Assist in maintaining QA/QC data and procedures related to mine design and planning.
• Promote safe and environmentally responsible work practices at all times.
• Ensure compliance with applicable local, state, and federal regulations, including MSHA and ATF, as well as internal company policies.
• Exhibit professionalism and initiative in day-to-day responsibilities, including effective communication and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Support the Technical Services Manager with additional tasks as assigned in alignment with project and operational goals.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

May direct or lead the work of Consultants and/or Contractors and surveyors.

BEHAVIORAL & LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES

The following competencies are required:

Problem solving: identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner and gathers and analyzes information skillfully.

Interpersonal Skills: maintains confidentiality, remains open to others' ideas, and exhibits willingness to try new things.

Oral communication: speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations.

Written Communication: edits work for spelling and grammar, presents numerical data effectively, and reads and interprets written information.

Planning/organizing: prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently, and develops realistic action plans.

Quality control: demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and monitors own work to ensure quality.

Adaptability: adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands, and deals with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

Dependability: consistently at work, follows instructions, responds to management direction, and seeks feedback to improve performance.

Safety and security: actively promotes and observes safety and security procedures and uses equipment and materials properly.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Mine Engineering or related field from an accredited four-year college or university; and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience as determined by management.
• 4+ years of experience in progressive Mining Engineering, design, ventilation, and scheduling related areas.
• Experience in narrow vein underground mining.
• Aging infrastructure update experience.

TRAINING OR SPECIAL SKILLS

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint),

Demonstrated proficiency in computer-aided drafting, mine planning software, and ventilation modeling software (AutoCAD, Deswik, VentSIM).

Knowledge of safety, health, and environmental methods, rules, regulations, and procedures, and related behavioral competencies.

Knowledge of developing technology, preferably specific knowledge of the mineral/metals business.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

Must complete MSHA 40-hour company-provided training, or provide documentation of completed MSHA 5000-23 training.

Must pass pre-employment physical and drug test.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Frequent standing, walking, and sitting for extended periods.

Regular use of hands for handling, feeling, and operating tools or equipment.

Reaching with hands and arms, as well as climbing and balancing.

Routine activities that require stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.

Consistent verbal communication, including talking and hearing in a dynamic work environment.

Regularly lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds, with occasional lifting and/or moving of up to 125 pounds.

Essential vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus as required for operational tasks.