Mine Planning Engineer

Martin Marietta Materials, Inc.; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Prescription Drug

Vision

401(k) with Company matching

Pension

Educational/Tuition Assistance Plan

Long-Term Disability Options

Employee Life Insurance

Matching Gift Program

Job summary

Martin Marietta is seeking a Mine Planning Engineer to join the Enterprise Excellence team and support safe, efficient execution of open‑pit, sand, and gravel operations. You will collaborate with operations and services teams to improve business processes and drive operational excellence across the enterprise.

Responsibilities include developing short, mid-range, and life‑of‑mine plans, analyzing geological data, and leading standardization of planning practices, with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mining, geological, or civil engineering.
• 2+ years in mine planning for aggregate or industrial minerals.
• Experience developing mine plans for surface and underground operations.
• PE or PG license holder or eligible.

Responsibilities

• Perform or support mine planning for open pit and sand/gravel ops.
• Lead continuous improvement in mine planning standards.
• Develop short, mid-range, and life-of-mine plans.
• Analyze geological data to optimize extraction sequences.
• Conduct feasibility studies and economic evaluations.
• Monitor mining progress and address deviations.
• Collaborate with operations to execute plans.
• Provide cost-effective site development options.

Skills

Leadership in safety culture

Mine planning software

AutoCAD

GIS

Microsoft Office

UAVs/Drone surveying

Program management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mining/geological/civil engineering

Tools

Carlson

GEOVIA

MAPTEK Mining

AutoCAD

GIS

Stonemont

Plant Flow

Aggflow

UAVs/Propeller

Job description

Martin Marietta is seeking a Mine Planning Engineer to join the Enterprise Excellence team and to provide world‑class operations support. This position will closely collaborate with operations and other operations services teams to assist in the safe and efficient execution of open‑pit quarry as well as sand and gravel operations. This individual will also support continuous improvement of the business processes and operational excellence across the enterprise.

Responsibilities:

• Perform and/or support mine planning for open pit and sand and gravel operations
• Lead continuous improvement in mine planning through the development and maintenance of standards and best practices
• Working with operations management and other operation services groups to develop short, mid‑range, and life‑of‑mine plans for operations quarries, pits, and mines
• Analyzing geological data and recommend optimal extraction sequences and equipment utilization
• Conducting feasibility studies and economic evaluations to assess the viability of new mining projects
• Monitoring and tracking mining progress, identifying and addressing deviations and recommending reconciliation plans
• Collaborating with operations and operations support teams on the execution of mine plans
• Providing creative solutions for mine planning and site development, as well as cost‑effective options for operations management

Requirements:

• Hold a bachelor’s degree in mining, geological, or civil engineering
• Have 2+ years of experience in mine planning, preferably for aggregate or industrial mineral mining operations
• Have experience in developing mine plans for surface and underground operations
• Have experience with exploration drilling and geologic interpretation
• Possess or can obtain a professional engineering (PE) or geology (PG) license

Qualifications/Skills:

• Strong commitment to leadership in the Company’s world‑class safety culture
• Experience in mine planning utilizing Carlson, GEOVIA, and/or MAPTEK Mining software programs; experience with Carlson preferred
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, GIS applications, and Microsoft Office computer skills
• Knowledge and experience with Stonemont, Plant Flow, and/or Aggflow software a plus
• Experience operating UAVs/drones for mine sites, including conducting site surveys and measuring stockpiles. FAA Part 107 certification and experience with Propeller area
• Superb time management and judgment skills; ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including report writing
• Strong interpersonal skills; self‑motivated with the ability to work productively in both individual and group settings
• Through strategic thinking, manage and create easy‑to‑follow plans to guide site planning and development
• Project management and practical application experience; experience in capital project support and/or management
• Out-of‑town travel required

A member of the S&P 500 Index, Martin Marietta is an American-based company and a leading supplier of heavy building materials – including aggregates, cement, ready‑mixed concrete and asphalt. Through a network of operations spanning 28 states, Canada and the Bahamas, dedicated Martin Marietta teams supply the foundational resources upon which our communities thrive. Martin Marietta'sMagnesia Specialtiesbusiness produces high‑purity magnesia and dolomitic lime products used worldwide in environmental, industrial, agricultural and specialty applications. At Martin Marietta, we strive to work with the best and the brightest – those who have the potential to become our company's future leaders. Each of our roughly 9,500 people shares a common purpose regardless of their professional role or work environment. Together, we utilize our diverse skills and experiences to drive our company and its extraordinary culture forward. Our aim is to build on our foundation of success and help values‑driven and hardworking people realize their full potential. When you decide to invest your career in Martin Marietta, you'll know what it's like to be respected, challenged and rewarded.

In return, we offer a highly competitive benefits package, including:

• Medical
• Prescription Drug
• Vision
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Paid Holidays and Vacation
• 401(k) with Company matching
• Pension
• Salary Continuation – Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability Options
• Employee Life Insurance
• Business Travel Accident Insurance
• Direct Deposit Payroll
• Educational/Tuition Assistance Plan
• Matching Gift Program
• New Auto Purchase Discount Plans

At Martin Marietta, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and teammates.

We celebrate diversity and commit that qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.