Senior Underground Mine Planner & Design Leader

Bunker Hill Mining; Kellogg (ID); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Bunker Hill Mining is seeking a Senior Mine Engineer in Kellogg, Idaho. This role involves leading mine planning and optimization efforts within a complex underground mining environment and mentoring junior engineers.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering and over 6 years of relevant experience in underground mine planning, with proficiency in mine planning software like Deswik. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential for driving continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6+ years of progressive underground hard-rock mining experience.
• Strong experience in underground mine planning, design, and scheduling.
• Knowledge of MSHA regulations and mining safety systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of short, mid, and long‑term underground mine plans.
• Design underground mine layouts including stopes and ventilation systems.
• Mentor and support development of junior engineering staff.

Skills

Underground mine planning

Design optimization

Economic evaluations

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering

Tools

Deswik

Job description

Bunker Hill Mining is seeking a Senior Mine Engineer in Kellogg, Idaho. This role involves leading mine planning and optimization efforts within a complex underground mining environment and mentoring junior engineers.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering and over 6 years of relevant experience in underground mine planning, with proficiency in mine planning software like Deswik. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential for driving continuous improvement.