Mining Engineer

Job Summary

The Mining Engineer will provide technical support to Mojave Quarry Operations and will lead the quarry operations in terms of safety, quality, and efficiency.  

Benefits

CalPortland is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that provides health and financial support to our most important resources: our employees. Your benefits are an important part of your overall compensation at CalPortland. That’s why we give you a wide range of benefits to choose from. 

• Medical, Dental, Vision 
  • low-cost premiums even for family coverage
• Company-paid life/AD&D insurance
• Company-paid short-term disability
• Paid sick/vacation/holiday
• 401k/Company Funded Pension Program (program is dependent upon location and job type)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Additional voluntary benefits 

Compensation

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Quarry Supervisor and Quarry Manager in technical support of the operation
• Assist in performing mine engineering and mine planning activities to include the following:
  • Develop short-range 30/60/90-day Drill & Blast scheduling plans
  • Design Drill & Blast patterns and upload to Drill GPS systems
  • Perform surveying as required with varying survey equipment e.g. GPS, drone, total station
  • Produce blast hole drill assay maps
  • Perform Block Model reconciliation from blast hole drill assay rock quality information
  • Work with Corporate Mine Engineers to develop and annually revise the one, five, and life of mine plans by using Surpac and MineSched mining softwares
• Learn and administer all company policies and safety procedures to maintain and promote a safe workplace
• Develop an understanding of the cement and aggregate manufacturing process to improve efficient mining methods; also understand changes to the plant’s manufacturing chemistry and how it impacts the mineral requirements and reserves
• Interface with, and assist plant, corporate personnel, and contractors as required
• Work with the environmental division to mining operations compliance with local and federal agencies
• Operate as a commercial drone pilot operate remote drones for aerial survey work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering or related field preferred; degrees such as a degree in Civil Engineering or Geosciences may be acceptable depending on work experience.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Must have or willing to acquire FAA Part 107 sUAS drone pilot certification
• Surveying knowledge preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite 
• Highly organized self-starter with an eye for detail and able to maintain multiple on-going projects simultaneously
• Flexible attitude with ability to work well in ambiguous, changing situations and able to reprioritize work accordingly
• Excellent interpersonal skills to facilitate positive working relationships with all levels of management and staff
• Able to exercise sound judgment in problem-solving
• Physical requirements: able to walk/hike long distances, stoop, crawl under and into enclosed spaces, and climb on equipment to provide supervision during work
• Able to walk on all types of surfaces (uneven and/or slippery ground), climb stairs, ladders, and stockpiles; may require work in hot or cold climates

Preferred:

• Familiarity with MSHA and OSHA regulations
• Supervisory / Engineering experience in open pit mining
• Experience with open pit drill & blast operations
• Familiarity with Surpac mining software and AutoCAD

Conditions of Employment

Successful candidate must submit to a post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check. Some positions require Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) registration/clearance as well as ongoing alcohol and drug testing.