Blue Moon Metals

Explores and develops polymetallic mineral projects.

Senior Mine Engineer

Mechanical EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeImlay, NV, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

A Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or a related discipline is required; a Master's degree is an asset.
A Professional Engineer (PE) license, or the ability to obtain one in Nevada, is preferred.
At least 10 years of mining experience, with strong exposure to planning and operations.
Experience in open pit and underground operations.
Proficiency in mine planning software such as Deswik.
Strong understanding of drill and blast, geotechnical considerations, and mine economics.
Knowledge of U.S. mining regulations, including Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) standards.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Leadership and mentoring skills.
Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, remote site environment.
High attention to detail with a focus on safety and efficiency.
Strategic thinking with hands-on operational awareness.

Responsibilities

Develop and support the execution of mine designs and plans for the restart of mining operations.
Design and optimize open pit and/or underground mine layouts, including haul roads, ramps, stopes, and sequencing.
Ensure mine plans comply with safety standards, regulatory requirements, and environmental guidelines.
Collaborate with exploration, operations and mining contractors, permitting, and other site teams to align plans and ensure successful execution.
Support and manage engineering consultants on studies as required.
Monitor mine performance, reconcile actual results against plan, identify variances, and implement improvements.
Conduct economic evaluations, cost analysis, and productivity assessments.
Mentor and supervise junior mine engineers and technical staff.
Support budgeting, forecasting, life-of-mine planning activities, and capital projects.
Implement and maintain mine planning software and systems.
Develop mine planning processes and procedures.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and operational excellence programs.

Desired Qualifications

A Master's degree is an asset.
A Professional Engineer (PE) license, or the ability to obtain one in Nevada, is preferred.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Vice President, Mining, the Senior Mine Engineer is responsible for mine planning, design, and optimization activities to support safe, efficient, and cost-effective mining operations. This role plays a key part in driving the strategic direction of the mining operations, and ensuring alignment between operational execution and strategic mine objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and support the execution of mine designs and plans for the restart of mining operations
Design and optimize open pit and/or underground mine layouts, including haul roads, ramps, stopes, and sequencing
Ensure all mine plans comply with safety standards, regulatory requirements, and environmental guidelines
Collaborate closely with exploration, operations/mining contractors, permitting, and other site teams to align plans and ensure successful execution
Support and manage engineering consultants on studies as required
Monitor mine performance and reconcile actual results against plan; identify variances and implement improvements
Conduct economic evaluations, cost analysis, and productivity assessments
Mentor and supervise junior mine engineers and technical staff
Support budgeting, forecasting, and life-of-mine planning activities and capital projects
Implement and maintain mine planning software and systems
Develop mine planning processes and procedures
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and operational excellence programs

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree inMining Engineering or related discipline (Master’s degree is an asset)
Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain in Nevada preferred
Minimum 10 years of mining experience, with strong exposure to planning and operations
Experience in open pit and underground operations
Proficiency in mine planning software (e.g., Deswik)
Strong understanding of drill & blast, geotechnical considerations, and mine economics
Knowledge of U.S. mining regulations (MSHA standards)

Skills & Competencies

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Leadership and mentoring skills
Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration
Ability to work in a fast-paced, remote site environment
High attention to detail with a focus on safety and efficiency
Strategic thinking with hands-on operational awareness

Working Conditions

Site-based role at a mining operation in Nevada
Exposure to typical mining environments (dust, noise, varying weather conditions)

What We Offer

Competitive salary
Comprehensive benefits package
401(k)
Career development and advancement opportunities

Pay Range & Compensation Package

Compensation details will be discussed during the interview process.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are committed to diversity and inclusivity in our hiring practices and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

About the Company

Blue Moon Metals

Explores and develops polymetallic mineral projects.

Blue Moon Metals Inc. focuses on mineral exploration and development of brownfield, polymetallic projects in stable mining jurisdictions, primarily the United States and Norway. Its plan is to generate revenue by selling processed metal concentrates from assets such as the flagship Blue Moon zinc project in California, plus its Norway copper projects Nussir and NSG and the Springer mill processing hub in Nevada. The company leverages existing infrastructure and historical data at sites with prior mining to fast-track toward production, using a central processing hub to treat its own and regional high-grade ores. Under CEO Christian Kargl-Simard, the company targets growth through project development and selective acquisitions, aiming to bring projects into production and monetize concentrates in the global market.

Company size: 1-10
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Vancouver, Canada
Founded: 2007

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