Senior Mine Engineer

Bunker Hill Mining; Kellogg (ID); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Bunker Hill Mine in Kellogg, Idaho seeks a Senior Mine Engineer to lead underground planning, design optimization, and operational support for a polymetallic deposit. You will partner with operations, geology, maintenance, and safety to deliver safe, efficient mine plans and drive life-of-mine objectives.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s in Mining Engineering and 6+ years of underground hard-rock experience, with strong Deswik capability and MSHA knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering or related discipline; 6+ years underground hard-rock mining experience.
• Strong experience in mine planning, design and scheduling.
• Proficiency with Deswik or equivalent planning software.
• Knowledge of MSHA regulations and safety systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and optimization of short, mid, and long-term underground mine plans aligned with production and cost objectives.
• Design underground mine layouts including stopes, development headings, access, ventilation, and ground support systems.
• Prepare and maintain production schedules, forecasts, and mine designs using Deswik or industry-standard software.
• Conduct trade-off studies and economic evaluations to optimize mining methods and sequencing.
• Provide technical support to operations including drill and blast design and dilution control.
• Collaborate with Geology to integrate resource models and reconciliation results into mine plans.
• Support budgeting, cost control, and capital project evaluation processes.
• Ensure MSHA compliance and uphold safety standards; mentor junior engineers.

Skills

Mine planning

Design optimization

Underground mining

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering

Tools

Deswik

Job description

Position Overview

The Senior Mine Engineer at Bunker Hill Mine is a key technical and strategic leader responsible for mine planning, design optimization, and operational support within a complex underground polymetallic mining environment. This role partners closely with operations, geology, maintenance, and safety teams to deliver safe, efficient, and economically optimized mine plans. The position plays a critical role in achieving both short-term production targets and long-term life-of-mine objectives, while mentoring junior engineers and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead development and optimization of short, mid, and long-term underground mine plans aligned with production and cost objectives.
• Design underground mine layouts including stopes, development headings, access, ventilation, and ground support systems.
• Prepare and maintain production schedules, forecasts, and mine designs using industry-standard software (Deswik preferred).
• Conduct trade-off studies and economic evaluations to optimize mining methods and sequencing.
• Provide technical support to operations, including drill and blast design, dilution control, and stope performance analysis.
• Collaborate with Geology to integrate resource models, grade control data, and reconciliation results into mine plans.
• Support budgeting, cost control, and capital project evaluation processes.
• Ensure compliance with MSHA regulations and company safety standards.
• Mentor and support development of junior engineering staff.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational performance and efficiency.

Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 6+ years of progressive underground hard-rock mining experience.
• Strong experience in underground mine planning, design, and scheduling.
• Proficiency in mine planning software (Deswik highly preferred).
• Deep knowledge of underground mining methods, ground control, ventilation, and drill & blast practices.
• Experience with life-of-mine planning and strategic optimization.
• Exposure to budgeting, cost control, and capital evaluation.
• Working knowledge of MSHA regulations and mining safety systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Preferred: Experience in restart, ramp-up, or brownfield operations; leadership experience within an engineering team.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to safely perform work in an active underground mining environment in compliance with MSHA regulations.
• Regularly travel and work underground in conditions including uneven surfaces, confined spaces, poor lighting, noise, dust, diesel emissions, and varying temperatures.
• Ability to wear required PPE for extended periods.
• Ability to walk long distances, climb ladders and stairs, and maintain balance on uneven terrain.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and work in restricted areas.
• Ability to enter/exit underground via hoists, cages, or mobile equipment.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Sufficient vision and hearing to recognize hazards and communicate effectively.
• Ability to meet fitness-for-duty and medical requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation.

About Us

Bunker Hill Mine is a historic underground silver-lead-zinc operation located in Kellogg, Idaho, at the heart of the Silver Valley. With more than a century of mining heritage, Bunker Hill has played a foundational role in the region. Today, we are focused on building its future.

Operated by Bunker Hill Mining Company, the mine is being revitalized through modern engineering, advanced technology, and best-in-class safety and environmental practices. Guided by experienced leadership, strong values, and a clear vision, we are creating a responsible and sustainable operation for the long term. Joining our team means being part of an exciting restart—helping to build a safe, high-performing operation and shaping the next generation of responsible mining in the Silver Valley.

Our success is driven by the values we live in every day. We empower our people to behave like owners and act with a sense of urgency while doing things safely. We assume good intent, be a team player, and hold each other accountable while treating others with respect and kindness. We are committed to continually improve and delivering results—supporting our community, advancing responsible mining, and providing a best-in-class work environment.

Join Our Team!