Mining/Geological Engineer
Job Description
Eagle Mine, LLC is seeking a Mining/Geological Engineer to provide technical expertise and operational support for underground mining. This onsite role in Big Bay, MI focuses on mine geology, mine planning, and rock mechanics to help support safe, efficient, and effective mining operations.
Responsibilities
The Mining/Geological Engineer will support multiple technical services functions and apply practical mining knowledge and engineering judgment across key deliverables.
- Perform face and scanline mapping to document geological and structural conditions.
- Collect muck samples, track and compile assay and production data, and interpret results to support accurate ore classification and ore/waste calls.
- Assist in preparation of weekly mine plans that align with monthly production targets and operational priorities.
- Conduct geotechnical inspections and document ground conditions and ground support performance.
- Use empirical, numerical, and analytical methods to assist with design and evaluation of ground support systems and stope geometries.
- Perform quality control testing on ground support and backfill elements.
- Maintain accurate technical records, including databases, maps, and reporting systems.
- Collaborate with operations personnel to identify and address ground control, safety, performance, and compliance issues impacting mining activities.
- Assist with surveying, ventilation, drill & blast, and other engineering projects as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree (B.S.) in Geology, Geological Engineering, Mining Engineering, or equivalent required.
- 3-5 years of experience in underground mining.
- Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills, with ability to apply practical judgment to operational and technical challenges.
- Exposure to mine design software (Deswik, Vulcan) preferred.
- High level proficiency with MS Office Suite required.
- Awareness of Mine Safety and Health Administrations (MSHA) act and regulations.
- Ability to work independently.
Technologies
- Deswik
- Vulcan
- MS Office Suite
HSEC Accountabilities
- Accept personal responsibility for HSEC and for the safety of co-workers.
- Perform all tasks in accordance with relevant HSEC Site Procedures to work safely and keep the workplace safe.
- Identify hazards, unsafe actions, and conditions that could result in damage to property, injury, impacts to the environment, and impacts to the community.
- Obey instructions issued to protect personal health and safety, the health and safety of others, protection of the environment, and protection of the community.
- Report, as soon as practicable, to the Manager any situations where HSEC requirements are not being conformed to within the work area.
- Avoid endangerment of any other person through any act or omission.
- Only use equipment the employee is trained to use, operating it safely, protecting the environment, and avoiding undue community impacts.
- Participate in HSEC training provided.
- Report all incidents, including injuries, near misses, community interactions and impacts, environmental impacts, spills, and unsafe work practices.
Key Personal Competencies
- Action oriented.
- Ensures Accountability.
- Decision Quality.
- Collaborates.
- Communicates Effectively.
- Manages Ambiguity.
- Drives Engagement.
- Plans and Aligns.
- Strategic Mindset.
- Builds Effective Teams.