Junior Mine Engineer

JOB TITLE: Junior Mine Engineer
DEPARTMENT: Technical Services
LOCATION: Robinson Nevada Mining Company - Ruth, NV
PAY GRADE: 6
POSITION REPORTS TO: Chief Mine Engineer
ROTATING SHIFT: Yes ◻ No ◼
EXEMPT ◼ NONEXEMPT ◻

Purpose & Scope of The Position:

Mine Engineer is responsible for short-term mine planning, mine surveying, assisting with geotechnical monitoring, supporting drill and blast planning, and providing technical guidance/support for the Mine Department and other Departments as required.
Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Follow safe work procedures and best practices.
• All RNMC employees are accountable for the safety of themselves as well as that of their coworkers.
• Assist in the creation, refinement, and implementation of the short term mine plan (material sequence; access planning; pit design; shot muck inventory; blast design and planning; dump sequencing) to attain the Life of Mine Plan.
• Coordinate mine surveying activities and other Field Engineering Technician assignments to fully optimize this group's time and efficiency.
• Coordinate mine planning and technical evaluation planning process and offer assistance or direct the activities for long and short-term projects (i.e. reclamation; hydrology; dump design; third party engineering studies; blasting techniques & procedures).
• Assist in developing accurate metal plans, particularly for weekly plans.
• Assist Mine Operations department to determine equipment requirements.
• Assist other departments (Geology, Environmental, etc.) in organizing, scheduling, and carrying out projects in and around the pit.
• Present mine plans in front of various group sizes and backgrounds.
• Be a leader, motivator, and embrace RNMC's Zero Harm culture. Be able to work safely and in a team environment and communicate well with others.
• The successful candidate must demonstrate the ability to work safely and in a team environment and communicate well with others.
• Perform additional duties as needed to support the success of Robinson Nevada Mining Company and KGHM.

Required Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Mine Engineering, Geologic Engineering or Civil Engineering.
• Licenses: Valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience:
  
  • One to two (1-2) years of responsible mine engineering experience and/or Summer Internship experience.
  • Mine Operations/Supervision experience would be beneficial.
  • Open-pit mining operations experience.
  • Basic knowledge of mine planning.

Technical Skills & Competencies:

• Excellent analytical, management, organization, communication and problem-solving skills.
• A working knowledge of MinePlan or other mine planning software package is preferred, but not required.
• Experience with acQuire, NPV Scheduler, AutoCAD and Microsoft Office is preferred.
• Be a leader and motivator.

Travel Requirements:

• Occasional for training or seminars.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• N/A

Additional Requirements:

• Successful completion of a pre-employment physical, including drug and alcohol testing.
• Ability to meet the required physical demands, exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and/or 15 pounds of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly.

What We Offer:

• Robinson Nevada Mining Company is committed to providing an exceptional experience that supports your physical, mental, financial, and emotional well-being. Our program includes:
  • Competitive Compensation: Reflecting the value of your contributions.
  • Collaborative and Engaging Environment: Work alongside a progressive, high-performing team while gaining insights from industry experts and experienced professionals.
  • Career Pathways: Exposure to a variety of career opportunities across the organization.

Join our Team:

• We encourage all applicants to apply, even if your experience doesn't match every qualification, we value diverse perspectives and unique experiences. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Commitment to Inclusion:

• Robinson Nevada Mining Company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any legally protected characteristic (e.g., gender, sexual orientation, disability, race, national origin, religion).
• If you require an accommodation during the application or hiring process, please inform your recruiter.

Salary Transparency:

• The salary for this position is competitive and determined independently of prior salary history. In compliance with Nevada law, we will not request your salary history, and we kindly ask candidates not to disclose it.

Apply today to gain invaluable experience in a fast-paced, rewarding industry!