Field-Based Mining Engineer: Process Optimization & Growth

Intrepid Potash; Moab (UT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 work schedule with every other Fr

Job summary

Intrepid Potash in Moab seeks a hands-on engineer to drive continuous and operational excellence from brine extraction to finished product.

You will work with operations and pond teams to stabilize plant performance, optimize processes, and lead improvement initiatives with measurable field results. A bachelor's in mining/chemical/mechanical/industrial engineering is required, with comfort switching between office and rugged field locations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mining, chemical, mechanical, industrial engineering or related field.
• Self-starter who can work independently, while remaining humble and coachable.
• Ability to balance intellectual design with hands-on field execution.
• Comfortable shifting between climate-controlled office and rugged industrial field locations.
• Analytical thinking and attention to detail; ability to analyze and present environmental information.
• Proven teamwork and ability to inspire confidence.

Responsibilities

• Drive forecasting, budgeting, data analysis, and continuous improvement across operations.
• Troubleshoot broad engineering issues (process, quality, extraction, economics) in field-based setting.
• Partner with operations and pond teams to stabilize plant performance and manage brine systems.
• Align cavern, pond, and plant operations to meet production and quality targets.
• Lead improvement initiatives and capital projects with measurable field results.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering (mining, chemical, mechanical, industrial, etc.)

Job description

Intrepid Potash in Moab seeks a hands-on engineer to drive continuous and operational excellence from brine extraction to finished product.

You will work with operations and pond teams to stabilize plant performance, optimize processes, and lead improvement initiatives with measurable field results. A bachelor's in mining/chemical/mechanical/industrial engineering is required, with comfort switching between office and rugged field locations.