Mining Engineer & Survey Lead - Plan, Map & Optimize

Lhoist North America; Calera (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with employer match

Educational assistance

Paid vacation

Sick time

Job summary

Lhoist North America is seeking a Mine Engineer to lead surveying, mapping, ground control, and QA in our mining operations. You will supervise interns, technicians, and contractors and work with mine supervision to ensure safe, efficient extraction.

The role focuses on mine planning, data collection, blast pattern design, and coordinating with geology and maintenance to meet production targets while complying with MSHA standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in geology, mining, or related engineering/technical degree required.
• 4+ years of progressive technical responsibility in mining environment; leadership experience a plus.
• Experience with CAD/Surveying tools and geologic data collection is essential.

Responsibilities

• Champion safety in all aspects of job performance and trainings.
• Lead mapping and surveying functions, coordinate survey control, and publish mine maps.
• Own mine planning and reconciliation processes, develop STMP/MTMP/LTMP planning.
• Communicate with mining team to align mine plans with long-term strategy and geology insights.
• Provide technical support for mine infrastructure and ensure MSHA compliance.

Skills

CAD software

GPS survey equipment

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor of Science in geology/mining/related engineering

BS/MS in Mining Engineering or Geology

Tools

MS Word/Excel/PowerPoint

Job description

Lhoist North America is seeking a Mine Engineer to lead surveying, mapping, ground control, and QA in our mining operations. You will supervise interns, technicians, and contractors and work with mine supervision to ensure safe, efficient extraction.

The role focuses on mine planning, data collection, blast pattern design, and coordinating with geology and maintenance to meet production targets while complying with MSHA standards.