Chief Engineer

Kinross Gold Corporation; Republic (WA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k with match

Paid time off

Stock purchase option

Basic life insurance

Short Term Incentive

Long Term Incentive

Job summary

Kinross Gold Corporation in Washington State seeks a Chief Engineer to lead the underground mining engineering team at the Kettle River Operations. The role drives design, planning, and execution while ensuring safety, compliance and cost targets. You will supervise engineers, coordinate with geology, production and EHS, and report on performance and forecasts. Collaborative leadership and big‑picture thinking are essential for success.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of mine engineering experience, with underground production exposure.
• 4+ years in a supervisory role showing team-building skills.
• Experience coordinating mine engineering functions across study phases to operations.
• Knowledge of rock mechanics, drill and blast, ventilation, and mine cost estimation.
• Proficiency with mining software and integration with milling and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and establish mine design and planning standards per corporate guidelines.
• Develop, control, and optimize short- and long-term mine plans and schedules.
• Provide technical support to operations, projects, and services teams.
• Coordinate with geology, production, environment, and safety to align goals.
• Prepare reports on performance, safety metrics, and audits.

Skills

Mine engineering

Supervisory leadership

Project management

Team mentoring

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mine Engineering

Tools

Deswik

Ventsim

MS Office

Job description

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Discover a rewarding career opportunity at Kinross in the stunning rural landscapes of Washington State. Recognized for our leadership in low-impact mine development and nationally acclaimed for our reclamation and closure practices, our team has produced gold from six different deposits in the region since 1990. Currently we are advancing a multi-year pipeline of projects and growing our team to ensure effective delivery and seamless transition into operations.

Job Summary

The Chief Engineer will lead the engineering team in the design, planning, and execution of underground mining operations for the Kettle River Operations. Supervise and coordinate engineering and mine support activities in an efficient manner consistent with health, safety, and environmental standards to achieve production and operation cost goals.

Essential Functions

• Oversee and establish standards of mine design and mine planning aligning with corporate standards.
• Develop and control mine plans and schedules at an appropriate level of detail, optimizing short- and long-term goals.
• Recommend actions when needed to eliminate potential production problems and improve safety, operational efficiency, and protect the environment.
• Provide technical support, advice and assistance to operations, technical services and project groups.
• Coordinate with other departments (geology, production, environment, and safety) to align engineering goals with overall mine objectives.
• Prepare and present regular reports on mine performance, including production metrics, safety statistics, and compliance audits.
• Supervise and analyze ore control techniques to optimize ore recovery.
• Develop and review quarterly, annual, and life-of-mine forecasts and budgets for all mines within the operational unit.
• Update the Operations Manager and the Technical Services Manager with daily, weekly, monthly, and budget reports.
• Maintain accurate records and files.
• Manage and mentor the engineering team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
• Comply with applicable federal, state, and company regulations and requirements.
• Provide mine engineering support and expertise for technical studies including cost estimation
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• A Bachelor of Science degree in Mine Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of mine engineering; experience in an underground production setting is required.
• 4+ years of experience in a supervisory role with proven team building skills.
• Knowledge and experience in coordinating the mine engineering functions for study phases, basic and detailed engineering through site development and operations.
• Background in longitudinal and transverse long-hole mining in a geological complex environment
• Better than working knowledge of rock mechanics, drill and blast, ventilation systems, BECOG calculations, reconciliation, water management, cemented rock fill, fixed plant, and short interval control.
• General knowledge of mining and the integration of milling, and maintenance functions.
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively within a multi-disciplinary technical team and with all levels of the organization.
• Ability to coach, mentor, and develop engineering team.
• Working knowledge of applicable regulations from 30 CFR.
• Strong project management skills with ability to manage time-sensitive projects with a positive and determined attitude.
• Team player with intellectual curiosity, a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, an innovative bent, and persistent attention to detail.
• Experienced in mining specific software (i.e. Deswik and Ventsim,
• Proficient in the use of the MSOffice software.
• Strong verbal, written, analytical and communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of internal and external stakeholders.
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to work with others in a team environment.
• Valid driver’s license and authorized to work in the US.

Health, Safety, and Environmental Requirements

• Adheres to all safety and environmental considerations.
• Has a strong commitment to safe working practices.
• Wears Personal Protective Equipment at all times while in the production environment.
• Is alert and observes, corrects, and reports unsafe conditions.
• Follows operating procedures and complies with all regulatory requirements.
• Creates an environment where nothing is more important than every employee returning home safe and healthy every day.
• Creates an environment in which people are unfailingly treated with respect
• Fosters the talent and potential of all employees by enabling them to grow, develop, and make a difference in the organization.
• Demonstrates that leadership in the areas of environmental performance and community and stakeholder relations is fundamental to the way we plan and manage our business.
• Holds self and others accountable for the decisions, commitments, and behaviors required to deliver outstanding results.
• Uses judgment to manage business complexities, prioritize and balance conflicting demands to make timely decisions that best advance Kinross strategy.
• Builds and brings teams and people together to achieve organizational goals. Models’ humility by going beyond self-interest for the good of the group.
• Understands the economic implications of decisions and consistently uses all resources effectively and efficiently to maximize shareholder value.
• Relentlessly champions, develops and embed best practices.
• Strategic Effectiveness

Developing and communicating rigorous and creative business strategies that drive sustainable value.

• External Engagement

Understanding and building relationships with external parties that strengthen and sustain competitive advantage.

• Business Focus

Applying commercial rigor and discipline to all business decisions and customer relationships.

• Living the Kinross Values

Aligning behavior, decisions, and actions with Kinross values and principles.

This description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned.

Reporting Relationships

Reports to Technical Services Manager

Language Requirements

Compensation Data

Salary Range: $150,000 - $165,000

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k with match
• Paid time off
• Stock purchase option
• Basic life insurance
• Short Term Incentive
• Long Term Incentive

Kinross is a Canadian-based global senior gold mining company with operations and projects in the United States, Brazil, Mauritania, Chile, and Canada. Our focus on delivering value is based on our core principles of responsible mining, operational excellence, disciplined growth and balance sheet strength. Kinross maintains listings on the Toronto Stock Exchange (symbol:K) and the New York Stock Exchange (symbol:KGC).