Mine Engineering Superintendent

AngloGold Ashanti Limited; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible/hybrid work schedule

Company-paid medical/dental/vision

401(k) with employer match

Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays

Job summary

AngloGold Ashanti North America (AGANA) seeks a Superintendent, Mine Engineering to lead open-pit planning and optimization for Nevada projects. The role bridges strategic Life-of-Mine objectives with daily production, ensuring safety and cost-effective outcomes.

You will direct mine planning, supervise engineers, and coordinate with operations, geology, geotechnical, and processing teams, while advancing technology and data-driven decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mining Engineering or related technical discipline.
• Active Professional Engineer license preferred.
• Minimum 8–10+ years in open-pit mine engineering in hard-rock environments.
• 3+ years in supervisory/leadership role overseeing engineers.
• Proven track record leading feasibility studies and Life-of-Mine planning.
• Strong understanding of open-pit mining methods, cut-off grade economics, and slope stability.
• Knowledge of MSHA regulations and environmental compliance.

Responsibilities

• Direct the creation and continuous optimization of open-pit mine plans (short-range to LOM).
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of engineers across disciplines.
• Govern drill-and-blast engineering to optimize fragmentation and manage costs.
• Oversee end-of-month reconciliation and analyze variances to drive corrective actions.
• Develop and manage annual operating and capital budgets for the mine engineering dept.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize resource utilization and production.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Financial acumen

Communication

Project management

Education

B.S. in Mining Engineering

PE license

Experience with LOM planning

Tools

MineSight

Deswik

Vulcan

Whittle

Job description

AngloGold Ashanti is a global gold mining company with a diverse, high-quality portfolio of operations, projects and exploration activities across 10 countries on four continents. We pursue value-creating opportunities involving other minerals, where we can leverage our existing assets, shareholdings, skills, and experience.

At AngloGold Ashanti, we assure you of work that carries significance and creates tangible results. What we do goes beyond mining. We build livelihoods in communities, champion environmental stewardship, and strengthen local and national economies. Our leaders and teams are committed to listening to and supporting each other, valuing differences, and embracing equity. We are convinced that greatness only happens when we prioritize these behaviors and the well-being of every person.

The Superintendent, Mine Engineering provides technical and strategic leadership to the mine engineering department. This role is responsible for directing the development, optimization, and execution of short-, medium-, and long-term open-pit mine plans, drill-and-blast designs, and production schedules to support Nevada Projects. The Superintendent acts as the critical bridge between strategic Life-of-Mine (LOM) objectives and daily production, ensuring that all engineering deliverables maximize resource recovery, prioritize highwall and operational safety, and align tightly with processing requirements and operational budgets.

As a key member of the site operational leadership team reporting to the Mine Manager Operations, the Superintendent partners closely with Mine Operations, Exploration/Ore Control Geology, Geotechnical Engineering, and Processing to integrate across the mining value chain, optimize resource utilization, and maximize productivity.

Key Responsibilities

Mine Planning & Strategy

• Direct the creation and continuous optimization of all open-pit mine plans (short-range tactical through LOM strategic), ensuring practical sequence alignment, waste dump scheduling, and optimal haulage profiles.

Team Leadership & Technical Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of short-term, long-term, and project engineers across cross-functional disciplines.
• Manage department performance, conduct regular reviews, build Individual Development Plans (IDPs), and manage technical capability health.

Drill & Blast Engineering Oversight

• Govern the drill-and-blast engineering function to optimize fragmentation for mill/crusher throughput while strictly managing explosive costs, powder factors, and highwall stability limits.

Production Reconciliation & Quality Control

• Oversee end-of-month reconciliation processes (mine-to-mill, block model vs. actuals) to evaluate performance against plans.
• Identify root causes for tonnage, grade, or dilution variances and implement rapid corrective action plans.

Budget & Cost Control

• Develop and manage the annual operating and capital budgets for the mine engineering department.
• Collaborate with Mine Operations to continuously evaluate unit costs, fleet efficiencies, and operational trade-offs.

Cross-Functional Integration

• Partner closely with Mine Operations, Exploration/Ore Control Geology, Geotechnical Engineering, and Processing to execute blending strategies and resolve complex operational or hydrological bottlenecks.

Technology & Continuous Improvement

• Champion the integration of advanced mine planning software, haulage simulation tools, and automated reporting systems to reduce planning friction and enhance data-driven decision-making.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Mining Engineering, Geological Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a closely related technical discipline required.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license, advanced management training, or active SME/AusIMM membership preferred.
• Minimum 8 to 10+ years of progressive open-pit mine engineering experience in hard-rock mining environments.
• Minimum 3+ years in a supervisory or leadership capacity managing technical professionals and engineering workflows.
• Proven track record leading feasibility studies, Life-of-Mine (LOM) planning, and active production engineering in a complex, multi-phase open pit.
• In-depth understanding of open-pit mining methods, cut-off grade economics, fleet optimization strategies, and geotechnical slope stability fundamentals.
• Comprehensive knowledge of MSHA surface mining regulations and standard environmental compliance frameworks.
• Advanced capability navigating industry-standard mine planning and scheduling software (e.g., MineSight, Deswik, Vulcan, Whittle).
• Strong financial and analytical acumen with the ability to build cost-benefit trade-off studies, NPV analyses, and equipment productivity models.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills to translate complex engineering data into clear, executable directives for field crews and senior executives.
• Ability to build trust and maintain productive relationships with cross-functional operational teams and corporate stakeholders.
• Valid driver's license required with the ability to operate company vehicles safely in accordance with company policies.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Ability to work a 4-day, 10-hour day shift schedule (Monday-Thursday or Tuesday-Friday), with flexibility for weekend or evening work as operational needs require.
• Willingness to initially work based in Las Vegas and/or Beatty office locations, transitioning to the North Bullfrog Operations site once facilities are completed and operational.

AngloGold Ashanti North America (AGANA) offers a competitive benefits package to include company paid medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums; flexible spending accounts; 401(k) retirement plan with employer match; vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays. Other ancillary benefits include employer paid basic life, accidental death and dismemberment, short-term and long-term disability insurance, wellbeing reimbursement program, tuition reimbursement and a host of other benefits. AGANA recognizes the need for work life balance and offers a flexible/hybrid work schedule to employees. Eligible employees will participate in the annual short-term and long-term incentive plans. All benefits are subject to the applicable eligibility and program/plan terms and conditions and may be modified or terminated at AGANA's sole discretion.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

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