Open Pit Mining Engineer - Design, Planning & Impact

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 76,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Vancouver is seeking an intermediate mining engineer. This role involves mine planning, data evaluation, and operational support, requiring strong computer skills and a mining engineering degree. Applicants should have over 5 years of experience and be willing to travel. The position offers competitive compensation in the range of $76,500 - $110,900 and comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and wellness programs.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision plans

Wellness program

Group registered retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Experience with mine planning and design software is an asset.
• Work experience in mining or resource industries is an asset.
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License and satisfactory Driver's Abstract required.

Responsibilities

• Data evaluation and interpretation including equipment productivity, costing, and resource definition.
• Open pit optimization, mine planning, scheduling, and pit design.
• Site operational support for short, mid and long-range planning.

Skills

Strong computer skills

Good written and verbal communication

Operational experience

Willingness to travel

Ability to work effectively in a team

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in mining engineering

Preferred minimum of 5 years’ industry or consulting experience

Eligible for registration as an EIT or P.Eng.

Tools

Hexagon mine design and planning software

Deswik

Job description

A leading engineering consultancy in Vancouver is seeking an intermediate mining engineer. This role involves mine planning, data evaluation, and operational support, requiring strong computer skills and a mining engineering degree. Applicants should have over 5 years of experience and be willing to travel. The position offers competitive compensation in the range of $76,500 - $110,900 and comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and wellness programs.