Senior Mining Engineer: Lead Open Pit & Underground

Careermine; Calgary; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Careermine is seeking a Senior Mining Engineer to support project managers in open pit and underground design, planning, and cost estimation on diverse Canadian projects, including NI 43-101 studies and due diligence.

The role involves leading mining engineering tasks, mentoring junior staff, preparing CAPEX/OPEX estimates, and presenting findings to clients. Travel within Canada and internationally is expected as projects require.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mining Engineering (undergrad or grad).
• P.Eng. registration in BC or another province/territory.
• Ability to act as Qualified Person under NI 43-101 and CIM.
• 10+ years of experience in open pit and/or underground mine engineering.
• Familiarity with NI 43-101 reporting standards.
• Advanced expertise with mine planning software (Deswik, Vulcan, or MineSight).
• Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD and Microsoft Office 365.
• Broad exposure to the mineral resource industry, including geology, metallurgy, mineral processing, and site infrastructure.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Bilingualism (English/French/Spanish) is considered an asset.
• Ability to travel within Canada and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior-level mining engineering and design services for underground and open pit mine studies, including scoping, prefeasibility, feasibility, detailed design, and NI 43-101 technical reports.
• Prepare mining equipment specifications and assist with mining equipment procurement.
• Prepare technical specifications based on input received from other disciplines.
• Prepare and contribute to technical memos and reports within areas of expertise.
• Prepare detailed mining CAPEX and OPEX cost estimates.
• Design mine infrastructure, ventilation systems, backfill systems, and mining services.
• Lead and mentor junior engineering staff.
• Present and communicate findings in a concise manner to a wide range of audiences and clients.
• Self-reliant and adaptable to change.
• Creative and innovative in providing solutions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to make quality decisions.

Skills

Mining experience

Leadership

Communication

Travel readiness

Problem solving

Education

Mining Engineering degree

P.Eng. licensure

Tools

Deswik

Vulcan

MineSight

AutoCAD

Office 365

Job description

Careermine is seeking a Senior Mining Engineer to support project managers in open pit and underground design, planning, and cost estimation on diverse Canadian projects, including NI 43-101 studies and due diligence.

The role involves leading mining engineering tasks, mentoring junior staff, preparing CAPEX/OPEX estimates, and presenting findings to clients. Travel within Canada and internationally is expected as projects require.