Mine Planning Engineer

Martin-Marietta-1798b2fd; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Martin Marietta is seeking a Mine Planning Engineer to join the Enterprise Excellence team in the United States. The role supports safe and efficient operations for open-pit quarries as well as sand and gravel operations, collaborating with operations and other services teams to advance plans and performance.

You will drive continuous improvement in mine planning, develop short- to life-of-mine plans, and analyze geology to optimize extraction sequences and equipment utilization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mining, geological, or civil engineering.
• 2+ years of mining planning experience, preferably for aggregate or industrial mineral operations.
• Experience developing mine plans for surface and underground operations.
• Experience with exploration drilling and geologic interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Perform and/or support mine planning for open pit and sand and gravel operations.
• Lead continuous improvement in mine planning with standards and best practices.
• Develop short-, mid-, and life-of-mine plans for quarries, pits, and mines.
• Analyse geological data and optimize extraction sequences and equipment use.
• Run feasibility studies and economic evaluations for new mining projects.
• Monitor progress, address deviations, and advise reconciliation plans.
• Collaborate with operations teams to execute mine plans.

Skills

Mine planning

Software: Carlson

Software: GEOVIA

Software: MAPTEK Mining

AutoCAD

GIS

Stonemont

Plant Flow

AggFlow

UAV/Drones

Project management

Safety culture

Education

Bachelors in mining/geology/civil engineering

Tools

Carlson Suite

GEOVIA

MAPTEK Mining

AutoCAD

GIS

Stonemont

Plant Flow

AggFlow

Drones/UAV software

Job description

The individual will be responsible to perform mining engineering and survey functions for one or more mines.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 operationsLead continuous improvement in mine planning through the development and maintenance of standards and best practicesWorking with operations management and other operation services groups to develop short, mid-range, and life-of-mine plans for operations quarries, pits, and minesAnalyzing geological data and recommend optimal extraction sequences and equipment utilizationConducting feasibility studies and economic evaluations to assess the viability of new mining projectsMonitoring and tracking mining progress, identifying and addressing deviations and recommending reconciliation plansCollaborating with operations and operations support teams on the execution of mine plansProviding creative solutions for mine planning and site development, as well as cost-effective options for operations managementRequirements:Hold a bachelor’s degree in mining, geological, or civil engineeringHave 2+ years of experience in mine planning, preferably for aggregate or industrial mineral mining operationsHave experience in developing mine plans for surface and underground operationsHave experience with exploration drilling and geologic interpretationPossess or can obtain a professional engineering (PE) or geology (PG) licenseQualifications/Skills:Strong commitment to leadership in the Company’s world-class safety cultureExperience in mine planning utilizing Carlson, GEOVIA, and/or MAPTEK Mining software programs; experience with Carlson preferredKnowledge of AutoCAD, GIS applications, and Microsoft Office computer skillsKnowledge and experience with Stonemont, Plant Flow, and/or Aggflow software a plusExperience operating UAVs/drones for mine sites, including conducting site surveys and measuring stockpiles. FAA Part 107 certification and experience with Propeller areaSuperb time management and judgment skills; ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasksExcellent oral and written communication skills, including report writingStrong interpersonal skills; self-motivated with the ability to work productively in both individual and group settingsThrough strategic thinking, manage and create easy-to-follow plans to guide site planning and developmentProject management and practical application experience; experience in capital project support and/or managementOut-of-town travel required