Senior Long Range Mine Planning Engineer
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Coeur Mining is a U.S.-based, well-diversified, growing, precious metals producer with four wholly-owned operations: the Palmarejo gold-silver complex in Mexico, the Rochester silver-gold mine in Nevada, the Kensington gold mine in Alaska and the Wharf gold mine in South Dakota. In addition, the Company wholly-owns the Silvertip silver-zinc-lead exploration project in British Columbia.
Coeur Rochester is an open pit, heap leach silver and gold operation. The Rochester mine has the company’s distinct position as Coeur’s largest expansion investment project in its 95-year history. The expansion project initiated commercial production in Q1 2024 and is currently in ramp-up, targeting a tripling of production rates from historical. Additionally, Rochester has the largest silver reserve asset in the United States.
Coeur Rochester has been an integral part of the local community for over 30 years and is committed to supporting its cultural heritage, educational programs, and health and wellness programs.
Coeur Rochester employs approximately 350 mine engineers, geologists, front-line operators, exploration, and business leaders. Coeur Rochester prioritizes safety, teamwork, career development, and growth. If you want to grow your career in a progressive, team-oriented environment, apply today.
About the Job:
We are seeking a Senior Long Range Mine Planning Engineer for our Rochester operation near Lovelock, NV. This position will report to the Engineering Superintendent. The successful candidate will be primarily responsible for open pit long range mine planning and design. This position will require company-supported relocation to Northern Nevada to work 4 days on, 3 days off schedule on-site at Coeur Rochester near Lovelock, NV
Responsibilities:
Maintain a safe, healthy and clean environment by ensuring Coeur’s values and standards are present in all aspects of work execution
Lead, optimize, and develop long range mine plans and design updates for budget and strategic planning cycles
Perform annual updates for mineral reserve declarations and produce supporting information
Provide technical direction for the mine related to operational strategy and implementation
Identify risks to long range mine plans and investigate and develop mitigation plans
Calculate unit cost assumptions, assist with infrastructure design and planning, update mine plan equipment fleet requirements, and conduct economic analyses of mine plans
Working closely with mining operations to develop achievable mine plans and set performance targets and with maintenance and accounting departments to provide engineering expertise and improve cost optimization
Provide technical support and expertise to short range planning, mid-range planning, ensuring integrated and deliverable plans across all time horizons
Periodically audit design and planning processes and propose improvements to remain current with industry leading practices
Assist with internal and external audits for mineral reserves and corporate engineering standards
Support the preparation of Technical Report updates in accordance with SK-1300 guidelines
Integrate with and maintain close relationships with teams across the mine site to ensure the plans are informed and executable.
Perform other duties as required
Required Qualifications & Skills:
Ability to work safely and promote safe behavior in others
Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in Mine Engineering or related engineering discipline
Minimum 5 years of experience in open pit hard rock mining with an emphasis in mine planning
Professional designation as a Qualified Person preferred (PE, SME RM, etc.)
High level of proficiency in mine design and scheduling software (Deswik GO preferred)
Ability to work effectively as part of a team effort as well as individually
Ability to individually research and analyze information of considerable difficulty and draw valid conclusions
Ability to conduct financial, economic, and cost analyses
Strong verbal, written, analytical and communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees and management
Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite of products, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
Workplace Requirements
Work as a team member and communicate openly with others
Self-directed and able to take leadership role on many projects
Willing to stop work for safety concerns and always abide by safety best practices, policies and procedures
Additional Information:
Relocation available for certain positions
Full benefits on day 1 (medical, vision, dental, employee assistance program, Teladoc service)
6% dollar-for-dollar employer match to 401k or Roth, immediate vesting
Flexible schedule
Bus service from Lovelock, Winnemucca, and Fallon
Travel pay for those outside of bussing service
It is the policy of Coeur Mining, Inc. and its direct and indirect United States subsidiaries (the “Company”) to provide equal opportunity employment to all Employees and applicants for employment. No person working at the Company's facilities in the United States is to be discriminated against in employment because of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
- Location:
- Lovelock
- Job Type:
- PartTime