Civil Project Engineer - West Texas

Job Location:

Monahans, TX - Monahans, TX, Position Type:
Full Time, Education Level: 4 Year Degree, Salary Range:
Undisclosed, Travel Percentage:
Up to 50% , Job Shift: Day, Job Category:
Engineering, Civil Project Engineer

Location:

West Texas (near El Paso)

Employment Type:

Full-Time

Industry: Mining / Heavy Civil / Earthworks

At Rango, moving material isn’t just what we do. It’s what we’re built for. With deep expertise and years of hands‑on experience, we operate like our machines: productive, efficient, and powerful. Since 2012, Rango has grown into a leading mining services company across the Southwest. We partner with mining and construction companies in sectors from aggregates to precious metals and industrial minerals.

Our culture is fast-paced, supportive, and team-oriented — and we’re just getting started. Join Rango and be part of a crew that keeps things moving.

We are seeking a driven and solutions‑oriented Civil Project Engineer to support mining and heavy industrial operations through the planning, design, execution, and continuous improvement of critical infrastructure, construction, and site development projects. This role plays a key part in ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant operations across mine sites, haul roads, drainage systems, earthworks, and supporting facilities.

This project opportunity will be located in West Texas, near El Paso, TX.

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast‑paced field environment, enjoys solving complex operational challenges, and is passionate about building practical engineering solutions that directly impact production, safety, and long‑term site performance.

• Design, evaluate, and support construction and maintenance of mine infrastructure, including haul roads, leach pads, drainage systems, stormwater controls, and site development projects
• Assist with grading plans, earthwork calculations, and civil design specifications
• Prepare and review engineering drawings, technical reports, scopes of work, and project documentation
• Coordinate with Operations, Maintenance, Safety, Environmental, and subcontractors to ensure successful project execution

• Conduct site inspections and field assessments to monitor project progress, identify issues, and recommend solutions
• Support mine planning and operational improvement initiatives focused on safety, productivity, and cost efficiency
• Assist with infrastructure planning related to expansions, reclamation, and operational improvements
• Evaluate site conditions, materials, drainage, and geotechnical considerations affecting construction activities

• Ensure engineering activities comply with applicable MSHA, environmental, and regulatory requirements
• Support safe work planning and participate in field‑level hazard assessments
• Promote a strong safety culture and exercise Stop Work Authority when necessary

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining schedules, budgets, and quality expectations
• Coordinate with vendors, consultants, surveyors, and contractors to support project deliverables
• Assist with procurement support, contractor oversight, and project tracking/reporting

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Mining Engineering, or related field required
• 3+ years of engineering experience in mining, construction, heavy civil, industrial, or related environments required
• Experience with grading, drainage, earthworks, and site development projects strongly preferred
• Expert in use of MS Excel, MS Project, or other similar project management tools
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, GIS, or related engineering software…