Mine Planning Engineer

The Cleveland-Cliffs Iron Co.; Ishpeming Township (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. in Ishpeming, MI is seeking a Mine Planning Engineer to develop short-range mine plans (daily to monthly) and reconciliation, aligning with safety, environmental and production objectives.

The role requires a BS in Mining Engineering with 5+ years in open-pit mining, strong computer literacy with mine design software, and experience using Vulcan or Modular Dispatch as you collaborate with operations and drive improvements.

Qualifications

• BS in Mining Engineering or equivalent
• 5+ years of engineering experience in open pit mining
• Strong computer literacy with mine design software

Responsibilities

• Develop short-range mine plans (daily to monthly) following broader plans and designs.
• Develop daily and weekly schedules including crude ore blending and equipment projections.
• Perform reconciliation and reporting/analysis of actual performance to plan.
• Consider safety, environmental, quality and plant constraints in planning and scheduling.
• Collaborate with mine operations to understand constraints and recommend best practices.
• Provide schedules for safe and efficient plan execution, aligning with workflows and priorities.
• Identify opportunities for improvements in planning, designs, and execution.

Skills

Mine design software

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

B.S. Mining Engineering

Tools

Vulcan

Modular Dispatch

Job description

Location: Ishpeming, MI Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. has an immediate opportunity for a Mine Planning Engineer at our Tilden Mine located near Marquette, MI. This individual will be primarily responsible for short-range mine planning and reconciliation.

Summary of Responsibilities

• Develop short-range mine plans (daily, weekly to monthly) following quarterly and annual mine plans, incorporating mine and stockpile plans and designs, drill plans, and equipment projections.
• Develop daily and weekly schedules, including crude ore blending requirements and equipment production projections.
• Perform reconciliation and reporting/analysis of actual performance to plan.
• Consider mine safety, quality, environmental, equipment constraints, and plant requirements in planning and scheduling.
• Work with mine operations to understand operational constraints or limitations and recommend best practices.
• Work with other team members to understand workflows and priorities and provide required schedules for safe and efficient plan execution.
• Identify opportunities for improvements in the department and operation overall, in existing plans and designs, execution, systems, tools, etc.
• Other related duties as assigned by management.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum B.S. Mining Engineering or equivalent degree required.
• Minimum 5 years of engineering (or similar) experience in an open pit mining environment.
• High degree of computer literacy, including proficiency with mine design software.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Vulcan and Modular Dispatch software.

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is the largest flat-rolled steel company and the largest iron ore pellet producer in North America. The Company is vertically integrated from mined raw materials, direct reduced iron, and ferrous scrap to primary steelmaking and downstream finishing, stamping, tooling, and tubing.

We offer an excellent total compensation package including competitive pay with variable compensation opportunity, health insurance, retirement plan, education assistance, paid time off, and more.

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities.

We are a drug-free workplace and conduct pre-employment screening as a condition of employment.

Cleveland-Cliffs is an equal opportunity employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability.

Cleveland-Cliffs offers opportunities for high-performing individuals in a myriad of technical and professional disciplines.

Whether in the field or office, Cleveland-Cliffs fosters an environment that empowers our employees to achieve their highest potential. Employees will be presented with a challenging and rewarding environment. A competitive compensation package, opportunities for advancement, and work-life balance all lead to a positive, passionate career at Cleveland-Cliffs.