Mining Engineer – Open Pit Planning & Optimization

Buzzi Unicem USA; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Buzzi Unicem USA is seeking a Mining Manager/Engineer to lead open pit mining planning and support quarry operations across multiple sites. You will develop and update mining plans in collaboration with corporate mining personnel and help optimize production and safety standards.

The role requires 2–5 years of open pit mining experience, a BS in Mining Engineering or Geology, strong communication and problem solving, and proficiency with Surpac, MS Office; AutoCAD is a plus.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Mining Engineering or Geology.
• Two to five years working as a Mining Manager / Engineer. Prior experience with open pit mining required.
• Self-motivated and results driven.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong planning and problem-solving skills.
• Solid computer skills including Surpac Mining Software and MS Office.
• AutoCAD knowledge is a plus.
• Requires physical dexterity to navigate through and around various job conditions, including climbing, walking on less-than-optimal surfaces, etc.
• Must be able to tolerate noise, dust, and dirty conditions.

Responsibilities

• Developing and updating mining plans in cooperation with corporate mining personnel.
• Providing support to quarry personnel on mining and crushing operations as needed, including implementation of mining plans.
• On-going review and optimization of mining related key performance efficiency indicators
• Performing GPS quarry surveys
• Updating mineral reserves
• Working closely with plant Quality Manager to ensure quality and consistency of the quarried material
• Supporting permitting and compliance activities
• Supporting the quarry personnel with optimizing mobile equipment operations, including completion of time studies
• Perform training of quarry personnel as needed
• Completing internal and external quarry operations reports

Skills

Open pit mining experience

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Planning skills

Problem solving

Surpac Mining Software

MS Office

AutoCAD (bonus)

Physical stamina

Education

BS degree in Mining Engineering or Geology

Tools

Surpac Mining Software

MS Office

AutoCAD

Job description

Buzzi Unicem USA is seeking a Mining Manager/Engineer to lead open pit mining planning and support quarry operations across multiple sites. You will develop and update mining plans in collaboration with corporate mining personnel and help optimize production and safety standards.

The role requires 2–5 years of open pit mining experience, a BS in Mining Engineering or Geology, strong communication and problem solving, and proficiency with Surpac, MS Office; AutoCAD is a plus.