Mine Planning Engineer

Martin Marietta · Overland Park, KS · 1 mo ago

ManufacturingFull-time

About the role

Martin Marietta is seeking a Mine Planning Engineer to join the Enterprise Excellence team and to provide world-class operations support. This position will closely collaborate with operations and other operations services teams to assist in the safe and efficient execution of open-pit quarry as well as sand and gravel operations. This individual will also support continuous improvement of the business processes and operational excellence across the enterprise.

Responsibilities

Perform and/or support mine planning for open pit and sand and gravel operations
Lead continuous improvement in mine planning through the development and maintenance of standards and best practices
Working with operations management and other operation services groups to develop short, mid-range, and life-of-mine plans for operations quarries, pits, and mines
Analyzing geological data and recommend optimal extraction sequences and equipment utilization
Conducting feasibility studies and economic evaluations to assess the viability of new mining projects
Monitoring and tracking mining progress, identifying and addressing deviations and recommending reconciliation plans
Collaborating with operations and operations support teams on the execution of mine plans
Providing creative solutions for mine planning and site development, as well as cost-effective options for operations management

Requirements

Hold a bachelor's degree in mining, geological, or civil engineering
Have 2+ years of experience in mine planning, preferably for aggregate or industrial mineral mining operations
Have experience in developing mine plans for surface and underground operations
Have experience with exploration drilling and geologic interpretation
Possess or can obtain a professional engineering (PE) or geology (PG) license

Qualifications/Skills

Strong commitment to leadership in the Company's world-class safety culture
Experience in mine planning utilizing Carlson, GEOVIA, and/or MAPTEK Mining software programs; experience with Carlson preferred
Knowledge of AutoCAD, GIS applications, and Microsoft Office computer skills
Knowledge and experience with Stonemont, Plant Flow, and/or Aggflow software a plus
Experience operating UAVs/drones for mine sites, including conducting site surveys and measuring stockpiles. FAA Part 107 certification and experience with Propeller area
Superb time management and judgment skills; ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
Excellent oral and written communication skills, including report writing
Strong interpersonal skills; self-motivated with the ability to work productively in both individual and group settings
Through strategic thinking, manage and create easy-to-follow plans to guide site planning and development
Project management and practical application experience; experience in capital project support and/or management
Out-of-town travel required

Benefits