Mine Planning Engineer
On-siteOverland Park, Kansas, United States
Job Summary
Perform mine planning for open-pit quarry and sand and gravel operations, developing short, mid-range, and life-of-mine plans while analyzing geological data to recommend optimal extraction sequences and equipment utilization. Lead continuous improvement through the development of standards and best practices, conduct feasibility studies and economic evaluations, and monitor mining progress to address deviations and recommend reconciliation plans. Collaborate with operations management and support teams to execute mine plans, provide creative solutions for site development, and offer cost-effective options for operations management. Requires a bachelor's degree in mining or civil engineering, 2+ years of experience, and Carlson software proficiency. Out-of-town travel required.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in mining, geological, or civil engineering
- 2+ years of experience in mine planning, preferably for aggregate or industrial mineral mining operations
- Experience in developing mine plans for surface and underground operations
- Experience with exploration drilling and geologic interpretation
- Possess or can obtain a professional engineering (PE) or geology (PG) license
- Strong commitment to leadership in the Company's world-class safety culture
- Experience in mine planning utilizing Carlson, GEOVIA, and/or MAPTEK Mining software programs
- Knowledge of AutoCAD, GIS applications, and Microsoft Office computer skills
- Superb time management and judgment skills; ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, including report writing
- Strong interpersonal skills; self-motivated with the ability to work productively in both individual and group settings
- Through strategic thinking, manage and create easy-to-follow plans to guide site planning and development
- Project management and practical application experience; experience in capital project support and/or management
- Out-of-town travel required
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with Carlson preferred
- Knowledge and experience with Stonemont, Plant Flow, and/or Aggflow software a plus
- Experience operating UAVs/drones for mine sites, including conducting site surveys and measuring stockpiles. FAA Part 107 certification and experience with Propeller area
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