Chief Mine Engineer

Chief Mine Engineer

The Chief Mine Engineer is responsible for guiding, coordinating, and overseeing Short Range and Long Range Mine Planning. Responsibilities include maintaining the quality of mine plans and schedules, monitoring operations’ progress, and coordinating with operations and stakeholders. The role requires leadership, mentorship, and the ability to apply engineering knowledge to solve operational challenges and maximize profit.

• Lead the Mine Planning team in project development, fostering collaboration and optimizing resources to enhance productivity and safety.
• Mentor and develop Technical Services staff.
• Develop strategic mine plans
  , including 5‑year and Life of Mine plans.
• Assist in Long‑Range Planning
  —pit optimization, mine scheduling, fleet sizing, dump designs, technical studies, and asset optimization.
• Support Short‑Range Planner in establishing, executing, and monitoring weekly and monthly plans.
• Participate in weekly planning meetings
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• Evaluate methods to optimize ore extraction and mining sequence; prepare trade‑off analyses as required.
• Coordinate mine planning work with geology, dewatering, slope engineering, drill & blast, and mine operations.
• Troubleshoot problems, conduct frequent open‑pit inspections, analyze data, and recommend solutions.
• Identify mine design and fleet efficiency issues and implement improvements.
• Prepare technical memos or presentations to aid decision‑making.
• Contribute to the development of engineering policies and procedures.
• Manage annual budgets.
• Track actual production and compare progress to long‑ and short‑range plans.
• Assist with designing and implementing special projects.
• Ensure engineering designs align with industry standards and best practices.

• Advanced knowledge of Hexagon Mine Plan software packages.
• Proficiency in 3‑D mining software (Hexagon Mine Plan, Whittle), fleet management systems (Modular Mining Dispatch, Pro Vision), and databases (ac Quire, Access).
• Effective time‑management and prioritization skills.
• Strong leadership and ability to create a positive work environment.
• Self‑motivated, safety‑conscious.
• Prioritization of multiple tasks with demonstrable project‑management skills.
• Knowledge of MSHA and State, Environmental, and Safety regulations is beneficial.
• Responsibility for executing, supporting, and enforcing the Company’s Environmental, Health, and Safety program.

• Seven (7) or more years of directly related open‑pit Mine Planning and Mine Operations experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in mining engineering or a related field.

ASARCO places a high priority on safety. All employees are required to demonstrate a good working knowledge of modern safety systems and to work within all required safety procedures. ASARCO is an equal‑opportunity employer. Candidates must hold a current and valid driver’s license. Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful criminal background check and pre‑employment physical, including a drug screen.

ASARCO offers an excellent low‑cost benefits package, including medical, prescription, dental, vision, disability coverage, life insurance, and optional coverage, along with a 401(k) plan with company match.

• Seniority level:
  Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Industry: Mining