Underground Mining Automation Engineer

Worley; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 163,863 - 240,975; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent remuneration & benefits package

Opportunity to develop career prospects

Job summary

Worley is seeking an Underground Mining Automation & Autonomous Systems Engineer to support clients in underground mining operations. This hybrid role involves technology assessments, system definition, and project execution. Candidates must have significant experience in mining operations and a degree in Mining Engineering or related discipline.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong understanding of automation technologies, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to communicate technical concepts effectively. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in automation systems for mining operations.
• Practical experience in underground mining environments.
• Exposure to data, analytics, or digital mining platforms.

Responsibilities

• Support Mining Automation and Technology Subject Matter Experts.
• Create and maintain technical deliverables including reports.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams.

Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Hands-on experience with DCS, PLC, and SCADA

Comfortable working in multidisciplinary teams

Ability to communicate complex technical concepts

Education

Degree in Mining Engineering or related discipline

Professional Engineer (P.Eng. / P.E.) preferred

Tools

Automation technologies

Digital mining platforms

Job description

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Worley Consulting. Be part of the solution. Worley Consulting is a global group of consultants, scientists, engineers, and digital experts dedicated to solving the world’s critical infrastructure, environmental, energy, and resource challenges.

We partner with our customers to find solutions that create value over the life of their assets. We implement new technologies to run assets more efficiently, secure and safeguard social license, support local communities, and accelerate the energy transition. We evaluate options and identify opportunities and risks to support our customers’ decision making. We assist with asset strategy and selection, business case preparation, concept and feasibility studies, technology evaluation, energy strategies and asset operational excellence.

Purpose

The Underground Mining Automation & Autonomous Systems Engineer provides technical engineering expertise and consulting support for automation and autonomous systems in underground mining operations. The role supports clients through technology assessments, frontend studies, system definition, and project execution related to automation‑ and autonomy‑enabled underground mining environments. This position requires hands‑on underground mining experience, strong understanding of automation, control systems, and digital mining technologies, delivering robust, reliable, secure fit‑for‑purpose solutions that improve safety, reliability, productivity, and operational readiness of underground operations. This is a full‑time hybrid position based at a Worley office location in Canada or the U.S.

Overall Responsibilities And Key Accountabilities

• Support Mining Automation and Technology Subject Matter Experts across autonomous mining and technology projects.
• Create, consolidate, and maintain high‑quality technical deliverables including reports, market analysis, presentations, and automation deliverables for the client.
• Ensure consistency and alignment of technical content with project requirements and standards.
• Analyze and interpret technical information to support decision‑making and recommendations.
• Support execution of assigned work packages with a high level of independence.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams across mining, telecom, mechatronics, digital, automation, and consulting disciplines.
• Provide clear and effective written and verbal communication to internal and external stakeholders.
• Apply Worley processes, systems, and quality requirements consistently.
• Support continuous improvement of documentation workflows and knowledge management practices.
• Approximately 25% travel is expected. The role is hybrid and 3 days per week is expected in office when not traveling.

What You Will Bring

Technical and Industry Experience

• Significant experience in mining operations, projects, or consulting, with exposure to automation or autonomous systems.
• Practical experience in underground mining environments and projects involving:
  • Tight integration of equipment automation, safety systems, and infrastructure
  • Functional safety and fail‑safe design
  • Human–machine interfaces under constrained conditions
• Experience implementing underground projects involving:
  • Control systems + safety integration
  • Ventilation‑on‑demand and energy optimization
  • Instrumentation & real‑time monitoring
  • Functional requirements definition under regulatory constraints
  • Understanding of Cyber Security Implications of Proposed Solutions
• Demonstrated impact in operational improvement, performance optimization, or similar workstreams centered around autonomous and automation.
• Hands‑on experience with DCS, PLC, and SCADA applications and systems as it applies to underground mining.
• Understanding interfaces between mobile equipment, control systems, communications, and digital platforms.
• Experience supporting projects across multiple phases including studies, design, implementation, and operational support.
• Exposure to new and emerging applications of Mine Automation, Autonomous Mining, or digital mining technologies.

Consulting And Professional Skills

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with a practical engineering mindset.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly and succinctly with operations, technical teams, OEMs, and client stakeholders.
• Ability to bridge technical detail and operational reality (engineering + mine ops).
• Comfortable working in multidisciplinary teams across engineering and digital domains.
• Self‑motivated, adaptable, and capable of managing multiple workstreams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while integrating effectively with project teams.
• Proactive, self‑motivated, and results‑driven mindset.
• Able to identify novel and innovative solutions to tough business problems.

Education – Qualifications, Accreditation, Training

• Degree in Mining Engineering or related engineering discipline (Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Controls, Computer).
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng. / P.E.) preferred where applicable.
• Training or familiarity with mining safety standards (e.g., MSHA or equivalent).
• Exposure to data, analytics, or digital mining platforms is increasingly valued.

Additional Information

For applicants based in the province of British Columbia, the salary range is CAD $166,832 to $245,341, commensurate with experience.

For Denver, Colorado based candidates, the salary range is USD $163,863-$240,975 annually, commensurate with experience.

Application of the pay band: Variation in salary is determined by factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.

Please note: No agency representation or submissions will be recognized for this vacancy.

Worley Consulting offers an excellent remuneration & benefits package, a friendly, professional, dynamic and flexible work environment along with the opportunity to develop your career prospects within Canada and overseas.

We strive to be an industry leader in health, safety and environmental performance. Our vision is to achieve zero harm to people and assets, and zero environmental incidents. We select people who share our values, beliefs and commitment to this vision and who demonstrate the expected behaviours, competencies and performance associated with their prospective roles within the company.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Accommodation

We are committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the hiring process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. If you require any accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.

We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.

Our policy is to conduct background checks for all U.S. based candidates who accept an offer of employment with us.

Worley Consulting is an equal opportunity employer.

Applicants Contact

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.