Senior Mining Engineer I

AECOM; Utah; On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a motivated and technically strong Surface Senior Mining Engineer I to join our Mining team across North America. You will collaborate with senior engineers, project managers, and discipline leads to develop practical engineering solutions for mining clients, contributing from early studies through detailed engineering and construction support.

The role requires solid technical knowledge, strong engineering judgment, and the ability to manage multiple assignments while building

Qualifications

• BS in Mining Engineering or related field. 4+ years of relevant experience or equivalent.
• EIT certification or progression toward PE is an asset.
• Open pit mining planning, production scheduling, and equipment selection experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support mine access planning and mining method selection, development strategies, and supporting infrastructure.
• Assist with open pit mine design, phase planning, and optimization for safe/resource-efficient extraction.
• Perform waste dump and haul road design, fleet evaluation, and equipment analysis.
• Develop mine schedules and production plans under senior guidance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

EIT/PE pathway asset

Education

BS in Mining Engineering or related

Tools

MineSight

Deswik

Datamine

Vulcan

Whittle

Job description

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There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

AECOM is seeking a motivated and technically strong surface Senior Mining Engineer I to join our growing Mining team supporting projects across North America. The successful candidate will contribute to mining projects from early-stage studies through detailed engineering and construction support while working as part of multidisciplinary project teams.

This individual will collaborate with senior mining engineers, project managers, and engineering discipline leads to develop practical and innovative engineering solutions for mining clients. The role requires solid technical knowledge, sound engineering judgment, and the ability to manage multiple assignments while continuing to build technical expertise in mine planning and engineering.

Key Responsibilities

• Support clients in evaluating and developing mining solutions, including mine access planning, mining method selection, mine development strategies, and supporting infrastructure.
• Assist with open pit mine design, phase planning, and optimization to support safe and efficient resource extraction.
• Perform waste dump design, haul road design, fleet evaluations, and equipment analysis to support mining operations.
• Develop mine schedules and production plans under the guidance of senior mining engineers.
• Assist with the preparation of capital and operating cost estimates to support engineering studies and project evaluations.
• Coordinate with mining, civil, geotechnical, structural, mechanical, electrical, process, environmental, and water resources engineering teams.
• Prepare engineering calculations, technical reports, specifications, and design packages for mining projects.
• Participate in interdisciplinary design reviews and assist in resolving technical challenges throughout project execution.
• Provide engineering support during field investigations, construction activities, commissioning, and operational troubleshooting as required.
• Travel approximately 20% domestically and internationally, including occasional extended assignments.
• Ensure engineering work complies with client requirements, applicable industry standards, and AECOM quality procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS in Mining Engineering or a related engineering discipline and 4+ years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

Preferred Qualifications

• 6 years of progressive mining engineering experience with an emphasis on surface mining.
• Experience using mine planning software such as MineSight (MPSO), Deswik (Spatial-LHS-IS), Datamine (NPVS/Minemax), Vulcan, or similar applications.
• Experience using Whittle or other pit optimization software.
• Experience supporting conceptual studies, prefeasibility studies, feasibility studies, or detailed engineering projects.
• Familiarity with open pit mine planning, production scheduling, haulage analysis, and equipment selection.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary engineering teams while managing multiple project assignments.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or progression toward Professional Engineer (PE) licensure is considered an asset.

• No sponsorship will be offered for this role now or in the future.
• No relocation will be offered for this role.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.