Geomechanical Engineer II - Underground

At Climax Molybdenum, we are committed to providing an employment package that recognizes excellence, encourages safe production, and fosters a culture supported by our core values. Here, you’ll find a collaborative environment where safety is a top priority, all opinions are valued, and people are empowered to grow in their career.

About the Role

Our Henderson mine and mill are an hour’s drive apart—separated by the Continental Divide and a 15-mile conveyor system (10 miles underground). The Henderson mine is an underground molybdenum mining operation located approximately 42 miles west of Denver and 10 miles west of Empire. It has been in operation since 1976 and today consists of a large block-cave, underground mining complex feeding a concentrator with a current capacity of approximately 32,000 metric tons per day, producing approximately 15 million pounds of molybdenum per year. The Henderson mill is located 15 miles west of the mine, between Dillon and Kremmling. Both sites are surrounded by US Forest Service land of the Arapaho National Forest, offering year-round outdoor activities such as hiking, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing.

Employees required to work on-site are eligible for a $1,450 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet program guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee underground excavation stability management functions, including underground excavation support design and stability monitoring.
• Serve as a resource for geomechanical information and analysis.
• Perform geotechnical analyses related to underground mining, document and present findings, and stay current with state-of-practice geotechnical engineering.
• Develop and review ground support designs for underground excavations using empirical, kinematic, and stress-based analysis methods to ensure a safe working environment.
• Manage and review underground excavation stability data collection, analysis, monitoring data processing, and remedial work.
• Communicate accurate, timely, and relevant geomechanical and underground excavation stability information to mine and site personnel through reports and presentations.
• Proactively seek improvements to safe mining practices related to monitoring, maintenance, support design, and data acquisition.
• Develop, maintain, and implement strategic plans to enhance underground excavation stability programs.
• Provide geomechanical project oversight and review for external consultants.
• Utilize appropriate software including MS Office, AutoCAD, Deswik (or equivalent), and RocScience tools such as unWedge, Phase2, RS3, and Dips.
• Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate Engineering discipline and three (3) years of related experience in hard rock mining relating to rock mechanics and underground excavation stability OR
• Master’s degree in an appropriate Engineering discipline and two (2) years of related experience in hard rock mining relating to rock mechanics and underground excavation stability.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mine Engineering
• Bachelor’s degree in Geological Engineering
• Bachelor’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Skills

• Proficiency in MS Office, AutoCAD, Deswik (or equivalent), and RocScience tools (unWedge, Phase2, RS3, Dips).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in geotechnical engineering.
• Effective communication and presentation skills.

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Company-paid life and disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan with employer contribution/match.
• Paid time off, paid sick time, holiday pay, and parental leave.
• Tuition assistance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Discounted insurance plans for pet, auto, home, and vehicle.
• Internal progression opportunities.

Pay

The estimated annual pay range for this role is $87,500–$120,000 (base salary only). This range reflects base salary and does not include bonus payments, benefits, or retirement contributions. Actual base pay is determined by experience, qualifications, skills, and other job-related factors. This role is eligible for additional discretionary and incentive payment considerations based on company and individual performance.

Employees required to work on-site are eligible for a $1,450 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet program guidelines.

Schedule

• Employees may be required to work a non-standard schedule, which may include shift work (other than day shift) at a 24/7, 365-day operation.

Candidates may be required to pass a medical exam and all required training and/or testing. Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment using mandatory pre-employment drug testing and ongoing drug and alcohol testing, as allowed by applicable laws.