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Teck

$147K - $203K/yr

... blasting at Red Dog Operations. The role is accountable for improving D&B design, governance, field execution and performance while developing sustainable technical capability within the Mine ...

Jones Bros. Contractors, LLC

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$17 - $22.50/hr

... blasting operations in coordination with superintendents and project engineers.Supervise and direct drilling and blasting crews, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.Handle ...

Ultra Clean Technology

$60 - $80/hr

Perform media blasting operations using various blast equipment and media types to clean, texture, or prepare parts to engineering specifications. * Set up, operate, and adjust blasting equipment ...

Rotating Machinery Svcs Inc

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Pasadena, TX · On-site

$16.50 - $21.75/hr

This position supports production activities through blasting, solvent cleaning, and painting of ... With an equal blend of cutting-edge technology, engineering experience, and the work of skilled ...

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Mission Critical Group

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Belle Chasse, LA

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By integrating engineering, manufacturing, modular deployment, and lifecycle services under one ... Operate blasting equipment to clean and prepare sheet metal surfaces. * Remove scale, rust, grease ...

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As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for blasting engineer in the United States is $96,166.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $80,000.00 and $110,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Blasting Engineer is responsible for designing, planning, and overseeing controlled explosions in mining, construction, and demolition projects. They analyze geological data, select appropriate explosives, and ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations. Their role involves minimizing risks, optimizing efficiency, and coordinating with other engineers and site personnel. Blasting Engineers must have strong technical knowledge, problem-solving skills, and an understanding of blast physics.

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Blasting Engineers are responsible for designing blast patterns, preparing and loading explosives, monitoring site conditions, and ensuring all activities comply with safety standards and regulations. They regularly conduct pre- and post-blast inspections, analyze blast results, and adjust plans to optimize future performance. Additionally, Blasting Engineers often collaborate closely with mining crews, geologists, and safety officers to coordinate blasting schedules and minimize operational disruptions. This hands-on and dynamic work environment requires strong attention to detail and constant communication with the project team.

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To thrive as a Blasting Engineer, you need a strong background in mining engineering, geology, or a related field, and a solid understanding of explosives handling and safety regulations. Proficiency with blast design software, GPS, and compliance certifications such as a blasting license or MSHA certification is typically required. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication are vital soft skills that help ensure coordination and project safety. These capabilities are essential for optimizing blast outcomes, maintaining regulatory compliance, and ensuring the safety and efficiency of mining or construction operations.

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Senior Mine Engineer - Drill and Blast

Teck

$147K - $203K/yr

Full-time

Posted 19 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Provide technical leadership and assurance for drill and blast design, complex conditions, and high-risk blasting activities.

  • Coach, mentor, and develop Mine Engineers through technical training, design review, and field coaching to build site capability.

  • Lead the design, optimization, and continuous improvement of blast parameters, including drill patterns, explosive loading, and blast performance analysis.

Job description

Closing Date: September 19, 2026

Location: Red Dog Mine, AK, United States
Employment Type: Regular Full Time
Workplace Type: On-site

About Red Dog

Red Dog Operations is both the largest critical minerals mine in the United States and one of the largest zinc mines in the world. In 1982, Red Dog was developed through a partnership between Teck and the land-owner NANA, an Alaska Native corporation owned by the Iñupiat of northwest Alaska. The partnership between Teck and NANA ensures real benefits for the local Iñupiat community, while recognizing there is still more to do as we advance our commitment to sustainable practices and meaningful engagement.

Role Overview

Reporting to the Principal Mine Engineer the Senior Mine Engineer - Drill & Blast provides technical leadership and subject matter expertise for drilling and blasting at Red Dog Operations. The role is accountable for improving D&B design, governance, field execution and performance while developing sustainable technical capability within the Mine Technical team. The Senior Mine Engineer will coach and mentor engineers responsible for D&B activities, drive implementation of standards and improvement initiatives, and work closely with Operations and technical disciplines to translate engineering into safe, efficient and predictable blast outcomes


Rotational Schedule will be 2 weeks on-site with 2 weeks off-site

Key Responsibilities

•    Act as the site technical subject matter expert for Drill & Blast, providing technical leadership, review and assurance for blast design, complex conditions and higher-risk blasting activities
•    Coach, mentor and develop Mine Engineers performing D&B work through structured technical training, design review and field coaching to build sustainable site capability
•    Establish and maintain D&B engineering standards, design criteria, procedures, QA/QC requirements and technical governance to ensure consistent design, execution practices, performance and outcomes
•    Lead the design and optimization of drill patterns, explosive loading, initiation and timing, wall control and other blast parameters based on geological, geotechnical and operational conditions
•    Lead field QA/QC, design-to-execution reconciliation and blast performance analysis, using fragmentation, diggability, floor control, dilution, blast movement and other performance measures to drive continuous improvement
•    Work closely with Geotechnical Engineering and other technical disciplines to manage wall control, ground hazards, reactive ground and other complex blasting conditions
•    Collaborate with Mine Planning, Operations, Geology, Geotechnical, Survey and Mine Systems to ensure D&B constraints, priorities and blast inventory are appropriately incorporated into mine plans and execution
•    Lead D&B coordination, blast review and continuous improvement processes, ensuring learnings, root causes and corrective actions are incorporated into future designs and work practices
•    Drive technical trials and implementation of D&B technologies and improvement initiatives, including drill data utilization, fragmentation monitoring, blast modelling, electronic initiation and other emerging technologies
•    Support optimization of overall mining performance and cost by evaluating the relationship between drilling, blasting, highwall response, fragmentation, loading performance and downstream impacts
•    ptemberWork with explosives suppliers, vendors, consultants and corporate specialists to resolve technical issues, evaluate opportunities and maintain alignment with regulatory requirements and industry good practice
•    Support technical investigations, risk assessments and reviews associated with blasting incidents, unexpected outcomes and D&B-related operational risks
•    Lead and maintain continuity of D&B improvement initiatives, ensuring projects, performance monitoring programs, technical trials and key action items progress consistently across rotational schedules and changing operational priorities.
•    Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

•    Bachelor's Degree in Mining Engineering or a related engineering discipline
•    Minimum eight years (8) years of significant technical and operational experience in Drill & Blast within open-pit mining operations, underground drill and blast experience is considered an asset
•    Advanced capability in drill and blast design, explosives and initiation systems, wall control techniques and practices, field execution, Mine to Mill initiatives and overall drill and blast optimization
•    Experience with drill and blast QA/QC, vibration monitoring and analysis, reconciliation, fragmentation and overall performance monitoring and continuous improvement
•    Demonstrated experience coaching, mentoring and technically developing engineers and operational personnel
•    Demonstrated experience with D&B design and analysis software such as ShotPlus, BlastIQ, Deswik and similar applications
•    Experience working with electronic initiation systems, fragmentation monitoring systems, drill data analysis and blast modelling
•    Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making abilities with the ability to translate technical analysis into practical operational improvements
•    Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate, influence, teach and build effective relationships across technical and operational teams
•    Experience working at a remote or rotational mining operation is considered an asset

Working Conditions:

  • Access: Fly in, fly out
  • Schedule: We offer a two-weeks on / two-weeks off rotational schedule to support a healthy work-life balance.
  • Accommodation: Our modern facilities, including dedicated spaces for group and individual physical activities, weights, cardio equipment, movie rooms, theme nights, and modern accommodation complexes. All meals are provided, making it easier for you to focus on your work and well-being.
  • Culture: At Red Dog, we believe in fostering a safe and healthy environment for all our employees. We are proud to be a drug and alcohol-free workplace and will include a drug test as part of our hiring process.

Why Teck

At Teck, your work matters — to the world, to our communities and to your future.
As a leading Canadian resource company, we focus on responsibly providing the metals essential for global development and the energy transition while caring for the people, communities and land that we love. We do this guided by our values that, together, form The Teck Way. At Teck, you’ll find purpose-driven work, a culture of respect and inclusion, and the opportunity to grow your career while helping build a better world.

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Take the next step in your career by applying for the Senior Mine Engineer - Drill and Blast role. We review applications on a rolling basis and encourage you to apply, even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free hiring process. Accommodations are available upon request, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

Requisition ID: 54459 | Job Category: Engineering | Employment Type: Regular Full Time | Location: Red Dog | Workplace Type: #LI - On-site

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