Mine Engineer 1-3

Sibanye Stillwater; Big Timber (MT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sibanye Stillwater seeks an Engineer 1, 2, or 3 for the East Boulder Mine in McLeod, MT. This role involves providing engineering support for production stope designs, mine planning, and infrastructure requirements, with a strong emphasis on safety. The ideal candidate should have a BS in Mine Engineering with 1-5 years of relevant experience. The position supports diverse teams and includes developing budgets and forecasts. Join us in creating an inclusive environment dedicated to equity and diversity.

Qualifications

• 1-5 years engineering experience or 5-8 years equivalent working experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support for production stope designs and short-range planning.
• Prepare yearly production budgets, monthly and quarterly forecasts.
• Assess ground control needs in conjunction with rock mechanics engineers.

Skills

Leadership qualities including character, teamwork, communication

Strong focus on safety

Familiarity with rock mechanics

Strong computer skills in AutoCAD, Excel, and Word

Well-developed verbal and written communication skills

Basic understanding of MSHA regulations

Proven ability to work within a team-based environment

Working knowledge and experience with mine modeling software

Working knowledge and understanding of cost and schedule variance

Education

BS in Mine Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Deswik mine design/scheduling software

Job description

Engineer 1, 2, or 3 - Mine

Location: East Boulder Mine - McLeod, MT

Schedule: 5x2, 4x3 - 9-hour days

Job Responsibilities and Duties

Provide engineering support for production stope designs and short-range planning. Mine planning includes stope and access design, along with stope infrastructure requirements. Infrastructure encompasses but is not limited to ventilation boreholes, muck passes, mine drainage, and electrical installations. Mining methods include ramp and fill, cut and fill (both mechanized and slusher supported), uphole longhole stopes, and underhand mining with paste backfill. Mine planning includes assessment of ground control needs (in conjunction with rock mechanics engineers), ventilation assessments (in conjunction with ventilation engineer), geological constraints or opportunities (with production geologists), and estimations of economic viability against varying operating parameters. Prepare yearly production budgets, monthly and quarterly forecasts, manpower budgets, and reconcile forecasts with achievements.

Qualifications and Skills

Required

• Leadership qualities including character, teamwork, communication, business sense and vision.
• Strong focus on safety while completing all tasks.
• Familiarity with rock mechanics and mine ventilation principles.
• Strong computer skills in AutoCAD, Excel, and Word.
• Well-developed verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic understanding of MSHA regulations.
• Proven ability to work within a team-based environment.
• Working knowledge and experience with mine modeling software.
• Working knowledge and understanding of cost and schedule variance.

Preferred

• Proven short-range mine planning and scheduling experience.
• Proficient use of Deswik mine design/scheduling software package.

Education and Experience

• BS in Mine Engineering or equivalent with 1-5 years engineering experience, or 5-8 years equivalent working experience.

Sibanye-Stillwater is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions at Sibanye-Stillwater are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation or preference, marital or family status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.