Senior Mine Engineer

Blue Moon Metals; Imlay (NV); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Blue Moon Metals is seeking a Senior Mine Engineer for its operation in Imlay, Nevada. This role will involve comprehensive mine planning, design, and optimization activities to enable safe and efficient mining operations. You will play a critical role in driving strategic objectives, ensuring regulatory compliance, mentoring junior engineers, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering, are licensed Professional Engineers, and have extensive experience in both open pit and underground mining operations.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of mining experience with planning and operations exposure.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
• Strong understanding of mining regulations and geotechnical considerations.

Responsibilities

• Develop mine designs and plans for restarting operations.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Monitor mine performance and implement improvements.

Skills

Mine planning and design

Leadership skills

Analytical problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering

Master’s degree (asset)

Tools

Mine planning software (Deswik)

Job description

Springer Mine and Milling Complex, Imlay, Nevada, USA

Position Summary

Reporting to the Vice President, Mining, the Senior Mine Engineer is responsible for mine planning, design, and optimization activities to support safe, efficient, and cost-effective mining operations. This role plays a key part in driving the strategic direction of the mining operations, and ensuring alignment between operational execution and strategic mine objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and support the execution of mine designs and plans for the restart of mining operations
• Design and optimize open pit and/or underground mine layouts, including haul roads, ramps, stopes, and sequencing
• Ensure all mine plans comply with safety standards, regulatory requirements, and environmental guidelines
• Collaborate closely with exploration, operations/mining contractors, permitting, and other site teams to align plans and ensure successful execution
• Support and manage engineering consultants on studies as required
• Monitor mine performance and reconcile actual results against plan; identify variances and implement improvements
• Conduct economic evaluations, cost analysis, and productivity assessments
• Mentor and supervise junior mine engineers and technical staff
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and life-of-mine planning activities and capital projects
• Implement and maintain mine planning software and systems
• Develop mine planning processes and procedures
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and operational excellence programs

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree inMining Engineering or related discipline (Master’s degree is an asset)
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain in Nevada preferred
• Minimum 10 years of mining experience, with strong exposure to planning and operations
• Experience in open pit and underground operations
• Proficiency in mine planning software (e.g., Deswik)
• Strong understanding of drill & blast, geotechnical considerations, and mine economics
• Knowledge of U.S. mining regulations (MSHA standards)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Leadership and mentoring skills
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, remote site environment
• High attention to detail with a focus on safety and efficiency
• Strategic thinking with hands‑on operational awareness

Working Conditions

• Site-based role at a mining operation in Nevada
• Exposure to typical mining environments (dust, noise, varying weather conditions)

What We Offer

• 401(k)
• Career development and advancement opportunities