Mining Engineer (PE): Field Projects & Design Lead

SynTerra Corp.; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

PTO + holidays

Flexible work‑life balance

Tech stipend

Professional development

Job summary

SynTerra is seeking an experienced and licensed Mining or Civil Engineer to bring technical expertise and innovative solutions to our clients. This role requires a balance of independent project work, client collaboration, and teamwork with fellow engineering and environmental professionals.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of engineering experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to thrive in both office and field settings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mining or Civil Engineering (preferred).
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Experience in environmental consulting is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Conduct engineering analyses, develop designs, and support construction drawings.
• Manage and execute multiple tasks across projects.
• Participate in field work and travel to client sites.
• Document commitments and manage project schedules.
• Use office software to prepare professional documents and presentations.
• Interpret site data and plans to deliver project documentation.
• Communicate with team, clients, subcontractors, and regulators.

Skills

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Travel willingness

Proficiency with MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mining or Civil Eng

Tools

CAD

GIS

Job description

SynTerra is seeking an experienced and licensed Mining or Civil Engineer to bring technical expertise and innovative solutions to our clients. This role requires a balance of independent project work, client collaboration, and teamwork with fellow engineering and environmental professionals.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of engineering experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to thrive in both office and field settings.