Mining Engineer/Surveyor

About the role

We are seeking a Mining Engineer/Surveyor to support the operations of an established and growing anthracite coal company.

Responsibilities

• Create an atmosphere in your areas of responsibility that continually supports the Company's operations.
• Assist in prospecting for and proving new potential reserves for quality, consistency, and quantity.
• Evaluate sites relating to mineability and potential impediments.
• Assist in layout of exploration to maximize utility and control costs.
• Plot test results to provide cross sections and/or geologic models.
• Assist in evaluating results of exploration drilling and/or other exploration.
• Evaluate reserves estimates in relation to mine design and equipment selection.
• Assist in proving existing reserves for quality, consistency, and quantity.
• Evaluate all available data and coordinate with management and production staffs to prepare mining designs/plans.
• Provide field layout of mining design limits and ensure proper execution by Mine Foreman/field personnel.
• Prepare budget calculations and production schedules as required.
• Assist in surveying to lay out and locate production and exploration drill holes, conduct pit surveys, check/set operational grades and limits to comply with the mine plan and mining permit.
• Assist in conducting surveys of coal stockpiles and calculating volumes as required.
• Assist in preparing and maintaining production/cost data including pit survey volumes, equipment production, drilling & blasting costs, unit operations evaluations, etc.
• Represent the Company at public hearings and meetings with Regulatory Agencies and/or local government bodies as necessary.
• Prepare Mining Permit applications.
• Assist in maintaining all required permits and approvals (renewals, revisions, Annual Bond Reviews, etc.).
• Prepare and submit MSHA permits and documents as required.
• Assist in developing reclamation plans to meet all applicable rules and regulations and to maximize the value of the property after mining is complete.
• Tour and inspect mine sites to ensure safe work practices and permitting compliance.
• Support adherence to mining laws and safety regulations, applicable rules and regulations for all operations.
• Carry out all responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
• Assist other members of the Engineering staff as required.

Requirements

• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability, statistics, geometry, and trigonometry.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or scheduled form.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree (B.S.) in mining, agricultural, or civil engineering, surveying, or related field; or minimum of five years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Mining and/or surveying knowledge and experience.
• Knowledge of college-level chemistry and mathematics.
• Self-motivated with good organizational and communicative skills and the ability to work with people.
• Project management skills.
• Computer skills should include working in Word, Excel, and CAD, Terramodel, Carlson, or similar land modeling programs.
• Practical knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations governing mining, environmental, safety, and plant operations.