What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mining Engineer position at Sawtooth Mining?
Employee Type: Regular
Job 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 the mine production phase, working daily with operations personnel, corporate engineering staff, and on-site contractors. The engineer will plan and develop survey duties, produce progress reports and efficiencies, and assist with daily reporting.
Work Location: Thacker Pass Project in Orovada, NV.
Job Description:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
- Ore Grade Control planning and scheduling to ensure quality requirements are met.
- Work with operations in developing short-range plans to maintain project schedules.
- Assist in equipment scheduling to maximize efficiency.
- Plan site surveys to validate material movement and ensure construction projects are completed per plan.
- Assist in engineering studies such as operating budgets, optimization studies, and equipment evaluations.
- Provide support to the operations and maintenance departments as directed.
- Plan and track waste streams from the plant as it transitions into production.
- Assist in the design and oversee construction projects, including buildings, concrete, and water management facilities.
- 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 required.
- Microsoft Office Applications.
- AutoCAD.
- Project Scheduling Software (Vulcan, Micromine Alastri, or similar) is a plus.
- Surveying experience is a plus.
- Geologic modeling and mine planning software (Vulcan is a plus).
- Strong written and interpersonal communication skills are required.
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
- Familiarity with the application of large earthmoving equipment in a surface mining environment.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- A Bachelor of Science degree in Mining Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, Construction Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience with construction and/or project management is desirable.
- A minimum of 1 - 3 years of experience as a mining engineer in a surface mining operation.
RELOCATION:
Candidate should be based in, or willing to relocate to, Winnemucca, Nevada (relocation assistance provided).
ANALYSIS OF PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF POSITION
- Intermittently: None
- Occasionally (0 – 1/3 of workday): Kneeling/crouching (field inspections, troubleshooting); pushing/pulling (light equipment, sampling devices); reaching-above/below shoulder (equipment access, truck cabs); riding in heaving equipment (haul trucks, graders); entering/exiting equipment (3-point contact climbing required); working at elevations/heights (pit walls, elevated platforms); bending/stooping (inspecting ground, samples, equipment); lifting (up to 30-40 pounds: core boxes, tools, sampling gear); carrying (PPE kits, survey gear, laptops); climbing (accessing shovels, highwalls, stairs/ladders); standing (pre-shift meetings, pit observations, mine site walk-throughs).
- Frequently (1/3 – 2/3 of workday): Navigation of active mining areas (around haul trucks); walking (pit floors, waste dumps, uneven and rocky terrain); walking on uneven ground (loose ore, benches, slopes); driving light vehicles (long distances across mine site (minimum of 10 miles/day); sitting (engineering design, scheduling, reporting, AutoCAD, Vulcan, Microsoft Office Applications).
- Constantly (2/3 – 3/3 of workday): Fine motor skills-typing, instruments (engineering software, GPS/survey tools); vision (hazard recognition, surveying, reading plans/screens); hearing (radio communication, alarms, heavy equipment); communication (coordination with operators, supervisors, contractors); depth perception (working near edges, haul roads, highwalls); situational awareness (MSHA safety environment).
EEO Statement:
We are an equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate.
You must meet at least the specific minimum requirements listed above to be considered a qualified applicant.