Mining Engineer

Imerys is the world’s leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for the industry with €3.4 billion in revenue and 12,300 employees in 40 countries. The Group offers high value-added and functional solutions to a wide range of industries and fast-growing markets such as solutions for the energy transition and sustainable construction, as well as natural solutions for consumer goods. Imerys draws on its understanding of applications, technological knowledge, and expertise in material science to deliver solutions which contribute essential properties to customers’ products and their performance. As part of its commitment to responsible development, Imerys promotes environmentally friendly products and processes in addition to supporting its customers in their decarbonization efforts.

About the role

The Mining Engineer is responsible for mine planning, scheduling, and development for Andersonville, GA and Eufaula, AL. They will manage mine capital cost planning, monitoring, and budgeting, as well as mine permitting to ensure sufficient timing for future mining areas. The role involves collaboration with the Andersonville Mine Manager, the Eufaula Mine Superintendent, the Andersonville Plant Manager, and remote Corporate Mine and Resource Planning groups.

Location: Andersonville, GA

Responsibilities

• Develop and create mine plans, designs, and schedules for mine development and production.
• Manage grade control modeling and monitor mine performance.
• Coordinate with and monitor the stripping contractor on the opening of new mines.
• Perform reclamation design, scheduling, and cost management for current mined-out areas and future liabilities.
• Monitor capital costs related to the mines and assist in annual budgeting.
• Coordinate directly with Mine Manager EHS on mine-related permits planning and evaluations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Mining Engineering, Geology, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of mining and/or technical support experience.
• Mine planning experience preferred.
• Understanding of resource geology and block modeling.
• Proficiency in mining and geology geo-statistical software such as Leapfrog, Surpac, and/or Deswick.
• Proficiency in GIS software such as QGIS or ArcMap.
• Experience in operating surface mines is a plus.
• Knowledge of both MSHA regulations and NPDES is a plus.

Skills

• Strong analytical skills to organize, interpret, and draw conclusions from data.
• Ability to communicate effectively to all levels of mining personnel.
• Good organizational skills.
• Ability to inspect and report the development of mineral deposits and properties.
• Demonstrated ability to influence without direct authority.
• Strong ability to self-task.

Environment

• Combination of office and field environment.
• Must be able to work outdoors in an open-pit mining environment with daily exposure to seasonal climate conditions.
• Frequent exposure to dust, noise, and muddy, slippery surfaces.
• Extensive walking on rough, uneven ground.
• Must be able to travel—up to 10% traveling is estimated.

Schedule

Full time and permanent.