Senior Mine Engineer
- Location
- Imlay, NV · On-site
- Job type
- Full-time
- Level
- Senior
- Experience
- 10+ years
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Listed
- 30 days ago
Skills & highlights for this role
- Professional Engineer (PE) license
- mine planning
- drill and blast
- geotechnical engineering
- MSHA regulations
Also useful
- Deswik
- mine economics
Stated benefits & perks
- 401k
Position Summary
Reporting to the Vice President, Mining, the Senior Mine Engineer is responsible for mine planning, design, and optimization activities to support safe, efficient, and cost-effective mining operations. This role plays a key part in driving the strategic direction of the mining operations, and ensuring alignment between operational execution and strategic mine objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and support the execution of mine designs and plans for the restart of mining operations
- Design and optimize open pit and/or underground mine layouts, including haul roads, ramps, stopes, and sequencing
- Ensure all mine plans comply with safety standards, regulatory requirements, and environmental guidelines
- Collaborate closely with exploration, operations/mining contractors, permitting, and other site teams to align plans and ensure successful execution
- Support and manage engineering consultants on studies as required
- Monitor mine performance and reconcile actual results against plan; identify variances and implement improvements
- Conduct economic evaluations, cost analysis, and productivity assessments
- Mentor and supervise junior mine engineers and technical staff
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and life-of-mine planning activities and capital projects
- Implement and maintain mine planning software and systems
- Develop mine planning processes and procedures
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and operational excellence programs
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or related discipline (Master's degree is an asset)
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain in Nevada preferred
- Minimum 10 years of mining experience, with strong exposure to planning and operations
- Experience in open pit and underground operations
- Proficiency in mine planning software (e.g., Deswik)
- Strong understanding of drill & blast, geotechnical considerations, and mine economics
- Knowledge of U.S. mining regulations (MSHA standards)
Skills & Competencies
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Leadership and mentoring skills
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, remote site environment
- High attention to detail with a focus on safety and efficiency
- Strategic thinking with hands-on operational awareness
Working Conditions
- Site-based role at a mining operation in Nevada
- Exposure to typical mining environments (dust, noise, varying weather conditions)
What We Offer
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive benefits package
- 401(k)
- Career development and advancement opportunities
Pay Range & Compensation Package
Compensation details will be discussed during the interview process.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
We are committed to diversity and inclusivity in our hiring practices and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.
From Blue Moon Metals's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 10, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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