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Employee Type : Regular
Job Description Summary :
This position will conduct engineering duties necessary for the planning and construction of a developmental surface lithium mine. The engineer will plan and track short-range production during construction and into mine production, working daily with operations personnel, corporate engineering staff, and on-site contractors. The engineer will produce progress reports and report variances to the plans.
Work location : Thacker Pass Project in Orovada, NV.
Job Description : ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Track production / construction activities and compare to plan
- Update short-range plans to maintain project schedules
- Prepare equipment scheduling to maximize efficiency
- Ore Grade Control planning and scheduling to optimize efficiency while meeting the quality requirements of our customer
- Plan and track waste streams from the plant as it transitions into construction
- Assist in the preparation of long-term plans and annual work plans, including monthly updates
- Perform and prepare reports for end-of-period material reconciliation
- Provide support to the operations and maintenance departments as directed
- Design and oversee construction projects, including buildings, concrete, and water management facilities
- Assist in engineering studies such as operating budgets, optimization studies, and equipment evaluations
- Provide technical support for environmental engineering projects associated with mine permitting and regulatory compliance, including surface and groundwater management, soils handling, waste management, and blasting
- Perform job duties in accordance with MSHA law and regulations, established company safety procedures, and state and federal regulations
- Other duties as assigned
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Advanced knowledge of computer applications is requiredMicrosoft Office ApplicationsAutoCADProject Scheduling SoftwareGeologic modeling and mine planning software (Vulcan a plus)Strong written and interpersonal communication skills are requiredGood problem-solving skillsFamiliarity with the application of large earthmoving equipment in a surface mining environmentFamiliarity with budgeting and financial analysis is desirableKnowledge of civil / environmental engineering applications and environmental and safety regulationsEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
A Bachelor of Science degree in Mining Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, Construction Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related fieldExperience with construction and / or project management is desirableRELOCATION
Assistance with relocation is available
EEO Statement :
EEO / M / F / disability / veteran You must meet at least the specific minimum requirements listed above to be considered a qualified applicant.