Senior Long Range Mine Planning Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Lovelock (NV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Coeur Mining is seeking a Senior Long Range Mine Planning Engineer for its Rochester operation near Lovelock, NV. The role involves open pit mine planning and design, requiring a Bachelor's degree in Mine Engineering and at least 5 years of experience in the field. The company offers relocation assistance, a flexible schedule, and full benefits from day one.

Benefits

Full benefits on day 1

6% dollar-for-dollar employer match to 401k

Flexible schedule

Travel pay for those outside of bussing service

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in open pit hard rock mining.
• Professional designation as a Qualified Person (PE, SME RM, etc.) is required.
• High level of proficiency in mine design and scheduling software.

Responsibilities

• Lead, optimize, and develop long range mine plans.
• Identify risks to long range mine plans and develop mitigation plans.
• Provide technical support and expertise to short range planning.

Skills

Mine Planning

Teamwork

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mine Engineering

Tools

Deswik GO

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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We Pursue a Higher Standard

Coeur Mining is a U.S.-based, well-diversified, growing, precious metals producer with four wholly-owned operations: the Palmarejo gold-silver complex in Mexico, the Rochester silver-gold mine in Nevada, the Kensington gold mine in Alaska and the Wharf gold mine in South Dakota. In addition, the Company wholly-owns the Silvertip silver-zinc-lead exploration project in British Columbia.

Coeur Rochester is an open pit, heap leach silver and gold operation. The Rochester mine has the company’s distinct position as Coeur’s largest expansion investment project in its 95-year history. The expansion project initiated commercial production in Q1 2024 and is currently in ramp-up, targeting a tripling of production rates from historical. Additionally, Rochester has the largest silver reserve asset in the United States.

Coeur Rochester has been an integral part of the local community for over 30 years and is committed to supporting its cultural heritage, educational programs, and health and wellness programs.

Coeur Rochester employs approximately 350 mine engineers, geologists, front-line operators, exploration, and business leaders. Coeur Rochester prioritizes safety, teamwork, career development, and growth. If you want to grow your career in a progressive, team-oriented environment, apply today.

About the Job:

We are seeking a Senior Long Range Mine Planning Engineer for our Rochester operation near Lovelock, NV. This position will report to the Engineering Superintendent. The successful candidate will be primarily responsible for open pit long range mine planning and design. This position will require company-supported relocation to Northern Nevada to work 4 days on, 3 days off schedule on-site at Coeur Rochester near Lovelock, NV

Responsibilities:

• Maintain a safe, healthy and clean environment by ensuring Coeur’s values and standards are present in all aspects of work execution
• Lead, optimize, and develop long range mine plans and design updates for budget and strategic planning cycles
• Perform annual updates for mineral reserve declarations and produce supporting information
• Provide technical direction for the mine related to operational strategy and implementation
• Identify risks to long range mine plans and investigate and develop mitigation plans
• Calculate unit cost assumptions, assist with infrastructure design and planning, update mine plan equipment fleet requirements, and conduct economic analyses of mine plans
• Working closely with mining operations to develop achievable mine plans and set performance targets and with maintenance and accounting departments to provide engineering expertise and improve cost optimization
• Provide technical support and expertise to short range planning, mid-range planning, ensuring integrated and deliverable plans across all time horizons
• Periodically audit design and planning processes and propose improvements to remain current with industry leading practices
• Assist with internal and external audits for mineral reserves and corporate engineering standards
• Support the preparation of Technical Report updates in accordance with SK-1300 guidelines
• Integrate with and maintain close relationships with teams across the mine site to ensure the plans are informed and executable.
• Perform other duties as required

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Ability to work safely and promote safe behavior in others
• Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in Mine Engineering or related engineering discipline
• Minimum 5 years of experience in open pit hard rock mining with an emphasis in mine planning
• Professional designation as a Qualified Person (PE, SME RM, etc.)
• High level of proficiency in mine design and scheduling software (Deswik GO )
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team effort as well as individually
• Ability to individually research and analyze information of considerable difficulty and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to conduct financial, economic, and cost analyses
• Strong verbal, written, analytical and communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees and management
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite of products, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

Workplace Requirements

• Work as a team member and communicate openly with others
• Self-directed and able to take leadership role on many projects
• Willing to stop work for safety concerns and always abide by safety best practices, policies and procedures

Additional Information:

• Relocation available for certain positions
• Full benefits on day 1 (medical, vision, dental, employee assistance program, Teladoc service)
• 6% dollar-for-dollar employer match to 401k or Roth, immediate vesting
• Flexible schedule
• Bus service from Lovelock, Winnemucca, and Fallon
• Travel pay for those outside of bussing service

It is the policy of Coeur Mining, Inc. and its direct and indirect United States subsidiaries (the “Company”) to provide equal opportunity employment to all Employees and applicants for employment. No person working at the Company's facilities in the United States is to be discriminated against in employment because of , , , , , , , or veteran status.