Mine Engineer

P&C Recruiting and HR; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

P&C Recruiting and HR is seeking a Mine Engineer to provide technical leadership and hands-on support in Virginia. The role blends mine planning, contractor oversight, and field execution to deliver safe, efficient, and cost-effective outcomes.

The position involves both fieldwork and office-based activities with exposure to active mining and construction operations. Candidates should be comfortable working outdoors in varying weather and demonstrate an independent, proactive approach.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum of two years mining experience and field exposure.
• Proficiency with mine planning software (Vulcan preferred).
• Experience working with contractors and earthworks operations.
• Desirable mineral sands exposure and strong technical skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety and compliance with regulations and company standards.
• Develop and execute mine plans and production schedules.
• Oversee contractor performance, field activities, and cost reporting.
• Supervise tailings and earthworks with adherence to designs and quality standards.
• Track costs, KPIs, and prepare operational reports.

Skills

2 years mining experience

Contractor management

Strong analytical capability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering

Tools

Vulcan

Job description

Mine Engineer

Virgina

Seeking a Mine Engineer to provide technical leadership and operational support. This role combines mine planning, contractor management, and field execution to deliver safe, efficient, and cost-effective outcomes.

Position works in a combination of field and mine office-based environments, with regular exposure to active mining and construction operations. Requires the ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and a proactive, independent and hands-on approach.

Key Responsibilities

Safety & Compliance

• Promote strong safety culture, ensure compliance with all HSE regulations and company standards
• Oversee contractor safety practices, including field risk management and hazard controls
• Conduct inspections, audits, and incident investigations
• Ensure environmental controls (dust, drainage, spill prevention) are maintained

Technical Engineering & Mine Planning

• Execute mining plans based on modeling and sequencing using Maptek Vulcan
• Develop and execute near-term mine plans and production schedules
• Perform engineering analyses, trade-off studies, and cost evaluations
• Prepare technical reports and support permitting activities

Contractor Management & Operations

• Monitor daily performance of contractors and mining crews
• Monitor productivity, equipment utilization, and plan compliance
• Validate contractor reporting, timesheets, and cost submissions
• Identify inefficiencies and implement corrective actions

Construction & Tailings Oversight

• Supervise tailings and earthworks construction activities
• Ensure compliance with engineering designs, specifications, and quality standards
• Coordinate survey, as-built verification, and construction records
• Identify and resolve design or construction deviations

Cost Control & Reporting

• Track costs against budget and forecast
• Monitor KPIs, productivity, and contractor performance
• Prepare regular operational and cost reports
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or related discipline
• 2 years of mining experienceProficiency in mine planning software (Vulcan preferred)
• Experience working with contractors and earthworks operations
• Mineral sands experience desirable
• Strong technical and analytical capability