Senior Mining Engineer
About the job Senior Mining Engineer

The Senior Mining Engineer will support Project Managers by completing open pit and underground mine engineering, design, planning, and operating and capital cost estimation. The Senior Mining Engineer will be assigned to a multitude of projects, including technical studies ranging from desktop studies to NI 43-101 compliant technical reports, technical project and due diligence reviews, and operational assistance.

Promote and adhere to the JDS Way

Accept No Mediocrity

Conduct Business Professionally, Ethically, and Practically

Be True to Our Word

Uphold the Highest Standard of Leadership, Teamwork, and Accountability

Maintain Open and Honest Communication both internally and with customers

Ensure No Harm to People, Environment, Assets, or Reputation

Key Responsibilities

Provide senior-level mining engineering and design services for underground and open pit mine studies, including scoping, prefeasibility, feasibility, detailed design, and NI 43-101 technical reports

Prepare mining equipment specifications and assist with mining equipment procurement

Prepare technical specifications based on input received from other disciplines

Prepare and contribute to technical memos and reports within areas of expertise

Prepare detailed mining CAPEX and OPEX cost estimates

Design mine infrastructure, ventilation systems, backfill systems, and mining services

Lead and mentor junior engineering staff

Present and communicate findings in a concise manner to a wide range of audiences and clients

Self-reliant and adaptable to change

Creative and cutting-edge in providing solutions

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to make quality decisions

Compensation

Competitive compensation based on actual hours worked

Compensation will be based on the experience of the applicant

Work Schedule

Office work is generally performed at 8 hours per day, 5 days per week, and will not exceed 10 hours per day





On-site work may be performed up to a maximum of 12 hours per day

On-site rotational work is required depending on project phase

Travel time to and from project sites is paid from point of hire, up to a maximum of 8 hours per travel day

Travel costs to and from project sites are reimbursed

Time off will be accommodated with appropriate advance notice to the General Manager

Vacation starts at two weeks per year and is included in hourly compensation

Additional unpaid time off may be available based on project workload

Qualifications / Experience / Education Requirements

Undergraduate or graduate degree in Mining Engineering (or related discipline)

Registered Qualified Engineer (P.Eng.) in BC or another province/territory

Ability to act as a Qualified Person under NI 43-101 and CIM standards

Minimum 10 years of experience in open pit and/or underground mine engineering

Familiarity with NI 43-101 (or similar) public disclosure and reporting standards

Advanced expertise with mine planning software (Deswik, Vulcan, or MineSight preferred)

Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD and proficiency in Microsoft Office 365

Broad exposure to the mineral resource industry, including geology, metallurgy, mineral processing, and site infrastructure

Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills

Bilingualism (English/French/Spanish) is considered an asset

Ability to travel within Canada and internationally

Character

Enthusiastic and motivated to contribute to a high-performing multidisciplinary team focused on maximizing resource development value

Able to maintain strong, collaborative relationships with team members, clients, and suppliers

Professional and effective communicator with both colleagues and clients

Accountable, self-motivated, and driven to set and achieve goals

Flexible and adaptable across assignments, work locations, and roles

Comfortable working in both industrial and engineering office environments

Strong English written and verbal communication skills

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📌 Senior Mining Engineer (Alberta)
🏢 Careermine
📍 Alberta