Controls Engineer

Why a Great Opportunity

Excellent opportunity to participate on the Mine Services Team, as the Mine Planning Engineer.  In this role, you will utilize the latest technology (remote piloting and GIS) to support the large open pit mining operation.  Requires technical skills utilizing mine modeling and reporting software for data evaluation, mine permits and site / corporate documents.

Job Description

Work with multiple operating departments to develop and improve mid- and long-range plans (material balances, material excavation and spoil placement sequences, water balances, and reclamation plans) that optimize efficiency and provide cost reduction opportunities

Evaluate mine production, geological and processing data to optimize budget models and identify continuous improvements

Report data and evaluations clearly to the mine management and prepare corporate reporting documents

Provide maps and documents required for mine permit modifications, overseeing specialty work required to prepare those documents and continuously develop capability with the goal of minimizing the need for external specialized support

Identify, plan and manage projects to increase and maximize the productivity and efficiency of the Mine Area operations

Complete justification of major capital expenditures for improvements in the mine area

Report changes in operating parameters and dealing with new equipment and processes

Execute work ensuring that neither safety nor the environment is compromised

Qualifications

BS Mine Engineering or related degree with 5+ years in Mine Planning (short and long range) / Operations experience preferably in open pit mines

Extensive knowledge MSHA, OSHA regulations and compliance

Must have mine modeling experience

PE-Professional Engineer Technical Certification is preferred

GIS experience is preferred

Remote Pilot Certificate is preferred

Able to work in the USA without sponsorship, now or in the future.