Mining Engineer - United States

About the Role

We are currently seeking a Mining Engineer to support Mining Operations, with a focus on underground planning and production. This role will be based in the United States, with a preference for candidates located in or around Salt Lake City, Utah, or Seattle, Washington. Other US locations may be considered for the right candidate. The position offers the opportunity to work with leading North American mining operations, with potential opportunities to support projects across Canada, and Australia in the future.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist clients with on-site production engineering requirements
• Assist clients with on-site short to medium term planning & scheduling requirements
• Complete various development designs as required
• Assist in developing & implementing systems and processes to various mining operations
• Complete stope design & optimisation work
• Complete D&B design or planning work remotely
• Assist AMPS Senior Consultants with Client technical department optimisations & system implementations

Why AMPS?

• Local Presence, global Reach: Work for a respected consultancy with strong global roots while building your career in the United States.
• Roster: Work a favorable FIFO roster.
• Career flexibility: Potential opportunities to work in Canada, Australia or on international projects as the role evolves.
• Professional growth: Access to learning and development programs and technical support from the global AMPS engineering team.
• Competitive package: An attractive salary and incentive package, including recognition and reward incentives.

About You

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering
• US working rights are essential
• Experience: 2–5+ years of mining engineering roles in production or planning based roles
• Technical Skills: Strong understanding of Drill & Blast, mine planning concepts and operational performance of underground mines; Proficient in Deswik CAD packages. Drill and Blast and scheduler considered an asset; Mine scheduling experience considered an asset
• Communication: Clear written and verbal communication skills with well-developed interpersonal skills.
• Safety & Quality: A strong commitment to quality and safety in the workplace.
• Requirements: You will be required to complete a full medical.