Corporate Mine Planning Engineer

Heidelberg Materials; Irving (TX); Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision

HSA / HRA / FSA

Life Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Bonding Leave

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials is seeking an experienced Mine Planner to develop long-term mine plans, create geological models, and ensure plans meet safety and regulatory requirements. The role involves collaboration with geologists, engineers, and project managers across sites and offices.

You will use Carlson/AutoCAD/ArcGIS/Surpac and Excel to analyze volumes, costs, and schedules, while supporting capital projects and compliance initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering or related field with 3+ years mine planning experience.
• Experience in mine or plant operations and applying planning concepts to real-world ops.
• PE registration or ability to obtain within two years.
• Proficiency with Carlson/AutoCAD, ArcGIS, Surpac and Excel for calculations and visualization.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of mining regulations and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop short-, medium-, and long-term mine plans, including pit shell designs and reclamation plans.
• Prepare geological models and perform resource and reserve estimations.
• Develop life-of-mine plans with phased development schedules and cost inputs.
• Provide design parameters and volume calculations to support capital projects.
• Collaborate with regional management, geologists, project managers, and engineers to evaluate mineral quantity and quality.
• Ensure mine plans align with regulatory requirements, safety standards, and company objectives.

Skills

Mine planning

Geological modeling

Regulatory compliance

Excel data analysis

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s in Mining Engineering

Tools

Carlson

AutoCAD

ArcGIS

Surpac

Job description

Line of Business: Service & Support

Pay Range: $95,540.00 – $127,379.99

About Heidelberg Materials

Heidelberg Materials is one of the world’s largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates more than 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees. We provide the materials to build a more sustainable, digital, and resilient future.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Develop short-, medium-, and long-term mine plans, including pit shell designs, stripping plans, waste development plans, and reclamation plans

• Prepare geological models and perform resource and reserve estimations

• Develop life-of-mine plans with phased development schedules, milestones, and cost inputs

• Provide design parameters and volume calculations to support capital and acquisition projects

• Collaborate with regional management, geologists, project managers, and engineers to evaluate mineral quantity and quality

• Ensure mine plans align with regulatory requirements, safety standards, and company objectives

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering, Geological Engineering, or a related field, with a minimum of 3 years of mine planning or mining engineering experience

• Operational experience in mine or plant environments preferred, with the ability to apply planning concepts to real‑world operations

• Professional Engineer (PE) registration or ability to obtain within two years

• Proficiency with mine planning and design software (e.g., Carlson/AutoCAD, ArcGIS, Surpac) and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel for calculations, volume analysis, and data visualization

• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, project management, communication, and collaboration skills, with the ability to convey technical information clearly

• Working knowledge of mining regulations and safety standards

Work Environment

• Primarily based in a corporate office setting with periodic travel to operating sites

• Flexible hybrid work schedule

• Site visits may involve exposure to moving equipment, uneven terrain, dust, noise, and varying weather conditions

• Up to 20% travel within the United States

What We Offer

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions.

• Highly competitive benefits programs are offered, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage along with Prescription Drug Benefits.

• Health Savings Account (HSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA), and Flexible Spending Account (FSA).

• AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage, as well as Basic Life Insurance.

• Paid Bonding Leave, 15 days of Paid Vacation and 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave.

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