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JDS Energy & Mining

Senior Mining Engineer

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JDS Energy & Mining

Vancouver, CA · Full-time · C$120,000 – C$160,000

About this role

The Senior Mining Engineer will support Project Managers by completing open pit and underground mine engineering, design, planning, and operating and capital cost estimation. This role is assigned to a variety of projects including technical studies from desktop studies to NI 43-101 compliant technical reports.

Key responsibilities include providing senior-level mining engineering and design services for mine studies, preparing equipment specifications, and assisting with procurement. The engineer also designs mine infrastructure, ventilation systems, backfill systems, and mining services, and prepares detailed CAPEX and OPEX cost estimates.

The role promotes the JDS Way, which emphasizes professional, ethical, and practical conduct, open communication, and accountability. The engineer will lead and mentor junior engineering staff, fostering a culture of no mediocrity and high standards, while ensuring no harm to people, environment, assets, or reputation.

This position offers exposure to a multitude of projects, from desktop studies to detailed design and operational assistance. The Senior Mining Engineer will have the opportunity to present findings to a wide range of audiences and clients and contribute to NI 43-101 technical reports.

Requirements

  • Professional Engineering designation (P.Eng) in Canada or eligible for registration
  • Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or a related field
  • Proven experience in open pit and underground mine design and planning
  • Proficiency with mine planning software (e.g., Deswik, Vulcan, Surpac)
  • Strong understanding of NI 43-101 technical report standards
  • Experience in preparing detailed CAPEX and OPEX cost estimates for mining projects
  • Demonstrated leadership and mentoring abilities

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 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