Mine Engineer

NAES Corporation; Texas; On-site; USD 73,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

NAES Corporation's Walnut Creek Mining Company is seeking a Mine Engineer to drive production optimization and uphold safety standards. The role uses GPS design, drone data, and cross-functional collaboration to improve mine plans and performance.

You will develop biweekly plans, monitor KPIs, and support surveying activities. A Bachelor’s in mining engineering and experience with AutoCAD, Carlson, Vulcan, and surveying tools are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mining Engineering or a related field is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop biweekly mine plans to optimize production and meet KPIs.
• Maintain GPS designs and active data in devices to minimize errors.
• Conduct drone surveys weekly and monthly to support mine planning and decisions.
• Coordinate biweekly mine planning, KPI, and production performance meetings.
• Provide field surveying support and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mine surveying knowledge

Data analysis

Communication

Problem solving

Project scheduling

Process improvement

Financial principles in planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in mining Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Carlson

Vulcan

Trimble

Pix4D

DJI

Wingtra

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Category: Engineering, Technical Analysis & Support

Requisition Number: MINEE008148

• Posted : October 29, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

Showing 1 location

Bremond, TX 76629, USA

• Pay or shift range: $73,200 USD to $115,200 USD
  The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Description

The Walnut Creek Coal Mine is a prominent surface coal mine featuring state-of-the-art equipment, including an 80-cubic-yard dragline, a 29-cubic-yard mass excavator, a 24-cubic-yard hydraulic backhoe, and a fleet of 150-ton end-dump trucks. The captive lignite operation produces over 2 million tons annually and uses a blending program to ensure consistent-quality fuel for a 308-megawatt power plant.

Opportunity Summary

The Mine Engineer will be integral in driving production optimization and ensuring strict adherence to safety standards at Walnut Creek Mining Company. This role involves creating and executing strategic production plans, managing GPS design files, and leveraging advanced drone technology for accurate data collection to enhance mine planning and operational performance. By fostering cross-departmental collaboration and championing continuous improvement, the Mine Engineer will play a crucial role in achieving production targets while upholding the highest standards of safety and compliance.

Your scope of responsibility as Mine Engineer includes the following primary functions:

• Perform all work in strict compliance with the Walnut Creek Mining Company Safety Handbook, prioritizing safety at all times.
• Participate in Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) to assess work area conditions, identify potential hazards, and implement controls before starting work.
• Communicate through radio, email, Teams, and phone systems in accordance with FCC and Walnut Creek Mining Company requirements to support effective coordination and information sharing.
• Uphold NAES values and standards to maintain a safe, healthy, and clean work environment.
• Develop, implement, and communicate biweekly mine plans that optimize production and meet budget and forecast KPIs.
• Maintain and communicate weekly soil sampling maps and databases to support production optimization and permit compliance.
• Support the development and communication of designs associated with biweekly mine plans.
• Manage GPS design files, ensuring each device contains only active, current designs to minimize errors and improve field accuracy.
• Conduct and process weekly and monthly drone surveys to provide accurate aerial data for mine planning and operational decisions.
• Update the equipment sheet database to ensure accurate documentation of mining activities.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce bottlenecks, and optimize operations through innovative approaches and continuous improvement.
• Build strong cross-functional relationships to ensure operational and production plans are realistic, informed, and achievable.
• Compile and report weekly and monthly mine production statistics, including material production, equipment availability, and utilization, providing stakeholders with production reports and KPI analyses.
• Coordinate biweekly mine planning, KPI, and production performance meetings to review progress, analyze metrics, and resolve issues affecting production.
• Provide field surveying support and perform other reasonable duties as assigned.

NAES Safe

Safety is a core value at NAES, and as a condition of employment, all employees are expected to remain mentally alert and work safely at all times. Employees must also adhere to all safety warnings and posted signs while on company property. Additionally, they are required to follow all NAES safety rules and procedures. Adherence to these safety responsibilities is one of the key factors in the evaluation of each employee’s performance.

Working Relationships

The Mine Engineer reports to the Mine Engineering Manager and may also take direction from the Mine Manager.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Physical requirements include prolonged standing and walking on uneven, rough, or inclined surfaces; climbing stairs, ladders, and equipment; and working at heights or in confined locations. Frequent lifting, carrying, and maneuvering of materials or tools weighing up to 50 pounds is expected.

Coal mining environments may include underground or surface settings, confined spaces, low-clearance areas, and restricted pathways. Work may require crawling, kneeling, or stooping in tight quarters, with exposure to coal dust, fumes, vibration, high noise levels, moisture, extreme temperatures, and low-light conditions. Outdoor or remote work may involve changing weather conditions.

Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required and may include hard hats, safety glasses or goggles, steel-toed boots, respiratory and hearing protection, gloves (including hot- and cut-resistant), flame-resistant clothing (FRC), and fall protection harnesses. Respirator fit testing may be required. Strict no-smoking policies apply in and around the mine site and designated work zones.

Fitness for Duty

All personnel will participate in the Fitness for Duty Program, which includes a post-offer physical examination, drug screening, and post-employment random drug screening.

Work Schedule

The Mine Engineer works a standard Monday to Friday day-shift schedule. This position will occasionally necessitate extended working hours and flexible shifts as needed, including weekends and holidays, in response to schedules, workload demands, and mine conditions. Periodic callouts or "On call" status may also be required. Some travel may be involved to participate in offsite meetings.

Compensation

This position offers an annual base salary ranging from $73,200 to $115,200 and includes eligibility for an annual performance bonus.

Engineering Qualifications and Technical Competencies

• Bachelor's degree in mining Engineering or a related field is required. Relevant work experience may substitute education on a year-for-year basis.
• Preferred experience of 0 to 3 years in mine engineering, particularly in surface mining or heavy industrial operations.
• Familiarity with mine surveying, including fieldwork and data processing using scanners, drones, and related tools.
• Basic knowledge of mine planning, civil design, and production tracking gained through academic projects, internships, or early career roles.
• Proficiency with mine planning and reporting software such as AutoCAD, Carlson, and Vulcan; familiarity with Trimble, Pix4D, DJI, and Wingtra surveying systems; and skills in Microsoft Office and data analysis tools.
• Understanding of MSHA regulations and environmental and regulatory standards related to mine reclamation and compliance.
• Ability to support surveying activities, including data collection, mapping, and spatial analysis.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address operational challenges, contribute to technical reports, and provide data-driven recommendations under supervision.
• Knowledge of financial principles applicable to operational planning.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for collaborating with team members, supervisors, stakeholders, and cross-functional site and corporate personnel.
• Effective organizational skills to balance multiple responsibilities, including short-range mine planning, production tracking, budget support, and regulatory compliance.
• Must possess a valid, unrestricted U.S. driver’s license and ensure it remains in good standing at all times.

About NAES

NAES Corporation is a leading provider of operations, maintenance, and engineering services for energy facilities. We serve clients across the power generation, oil and gas, and renewable energy sectors throughout North America and internationally, supporting the full life cycle of power generation and other industrial facilities.

NAES is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Employment decisions are based on merit and qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status, USERRA-protected status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Qualifications

Skills

Preferred

Analytical Reasoning

Intermediate

AutoCAD 2D

Intermediate

CAD - Computer-Aided Design

Some Knowledge

Data Analysis

Intermediate

Mathematics

Intermediate

Engineering Principles and Applications

Intermediate

Blueprint - Read and Interpret

Intermediate

Environmental Awareness and Stewardship

Intermediate

Environmental Compliance and Reporting

Some Knowledge

Some Knowledge

Compliance

Some Knowledge

Intermediate

Problem Solving

Intermediate

Key Performance Indicators

Some Knowledge

Cost Control

Some Knowledge

Project Scheduling

Some Knowledge

Technical Writing

Intermediate

Process Improvement

Some Knowledge

Education

Required

High School or better.

Preferred

Bachelors or better in Engineering or related field.

Experience

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in mining Engineering or a related field is required. Relevant work experience may substitute education on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred experience of 0 to 3 years in mine engineering, particularly in surface mining or heavy industrial operations.

Familiarity with mine surveying, including fieldwork and data processing using scanners, drones, and related tools.

Basic knowledge of mine planning, civil design, and production tracking gained through academic projects, internships, or early career roles.

Proficiency with mine planning and reporting software such as AutoCAD, Carlson, and Vulcan; familiarity with Trimble, Pix4D, DJI, and Wingtra surveying systems; and skills in Microsoft Office and data analysis tools.

Understanding of MSHA regulations and environmental and regulatory standards related to mine reclamation and compliance.

Ability to support surveying activities, including data collection, mapping, and spatial analysis.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address operational challenges, contribute to technical reports, and provide data-driven recommendations under supervision.

Knowledge of financial principles applicable to operational planning.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills for collaborating with team members, supervisors, stakeholders, and cross-functional site and corporate personnel.

Effective organizational skills to balance multiple responsibilities, including short-range mine planning, production tracking, budget support, and regulatory compliance.

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