Jr. Mine Engineer

Join Capstone Mining’s Mine Engineering team to support short-range mine planning and daily execution for an open-pit copper operation in Miami, AZ (onsite).

Responsibilities

• Model commitment to workplace safety and Capstone’s Values in Action through daily actions.
• Maintain compliance with MSHA regulations by staying visible in the field and reinforcing safety protocols.
• Build, update, and maintain short- and mid- range mine plans aligned to production targets, geotechnical parameters, and economic goals.
• Partner with Geology, Operations, and Drill & Blast teams to improve pit designs, scheduling, and haulage efficiency.
• Use Deswik and MinePlan to develop pit designs, sequences, and schedules across multiple time horizons.
• Compare actuals vs. plan to support forecast updates, performance reconciliation, and strategic planning.
• Perform regular site visits to track progress, confirm quality, and verify alignment with engineering designs.
• Share mine plans and progress with internal stakeholders, including Dispatch, Operations, and Maintenance.
• Support budgeting, reporting, and project execution using a proactive, solutions-oriented approach.
• Accept additional assigned tasks and responsibilities with flexibility and initiative.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience in surface mining operations.
• Mine Engineering or similar degree.
• Strong computer skills with Microsoft Suite (including Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Strong project management skills.
• Proven ability to identify problems and develop solutions.
• Strong communication, analytical, management, and problem-solving skills.
• Fluent in English for speaking, comprehension, reading, and writing.

Technologies

• Deswik
• MinePlan
• Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• MSHA regulations

Preferred

• Experience with mine planning software, including Deswik, Minesight, and Terrain.
• Knowledge of drill-blast-load-haul open pit mining sequence.

Benefits

• 401(k) Savings Plan (eligible from day one; contribute up to 30% with dollar-for-dollar match up to 6%; fully vested immediately)
• Retirement Boost (company contributes 8.5% of salary; increases to 14.2% after reaching the Social Security wage base; 100% immediate vesting)
• Employee Share Purchase Plan (after three months; contribute 2% to 7% with max $5,000/year; 50% company match; fully vested upon grant)
• 4-day, 10-hour work schedule
• Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits (effective on start date), including Telehealth options and additional supplemental insurances
• Disability and Life Insurance (effective on start date)
• Paid time-off including vacation, holidays, sick leave, and parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Internal progression opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Discounted insurance plans for pets, automobiles, and homes