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Boart Longyear

Driller - NV Surface RC

Elko, NV · On-site

$22.25 - $30.25/hr

About Boart Longyear Since 1890, Boart Longyear has led the way in drilling services, orebody knowledge technology, and productivity-driven equipment for mining and exploration. We support projects ...

Coeur Mining

Experienced Longhole Driller

Juneau, AK · On-site

$24.25 - $33/hr

Utilize in-house drilling equipment to drill planned and directed shot patterns. * Ability to operate multiple pieces of powered mining equipment such as rock drills, bolters, loaders, hauler trucks ...

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Mining Engineer (Junior to Senior Level)

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$100K - $150K/yr

Our technology drives transformative, sustainable applications in energy-intensive industries such as mining, geothermal drilling, and other advanced fields, aiming to reduce global industrial power ...

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As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for drilling mining in the United States is $41.47, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $34.38 and $44.71 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Drilling Mining job involves operating drilling equipment to extract minerals, oil, or gas from beneath the earth's surface. Workers in this field are responsible for setting up, maintaining, and monitoring drilling operations to ensure efficiency and safety. They may work in open-pit or underground mines, oil fields, or exploration sites. The job requires technical expertise, physical stamina, and adherence to strict safety regulations to prevent accidents and equipment malfunctions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the drilling mining position, and why are they important?

To excel in Drilling Mining, a strong understanding of geology, drilling techniques, and heavy equipment operation is essential, often supported by relevant technical training or certification. Familiarity with drilling rigs, safety systems, GPS technology, and industry-standard health and safety certifications like MSHA or OSHA is typically required. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and strong teamwork skills help individuals stand out in this demanding field. Mastering these competencies ensures safe, efficient extraction operations and helps maintain productivity while minimizing risks.

What is a typical work environment like for someone in a drilling mining role?

Drilling Mining professionals usually work outdoors at mine sites, which can be located in remote or challenging environments and often require shift work that may include nights or extended rotations. The role involves collaborating closely with geologists, engineers, and safety personnel, as well as operating and maintaining various drilling equipment under strict safety protocols. While physically demanding, the role offers a dynamic and hands-on workday with diverse tasks such as site preparation, sample collection, and machinery troubleshooting. Many employers provide opportunities for career growth into supervisory or technical specialist positions as you gain experience and additional certifications.

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Infographic showing various Drilling Mining job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 93% Full Time, 3% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 88% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $86,248 per year, or $41.5 per hour.

Senior Mining Engineer

Kings Mountain, NC • On-site

Albemarle Corporation
Construction • 10K+ employees
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Full-time

Re-posted 23 days ago

Job description

Be an essential element to a brighter future.
We work together to transform essential resources into critical ingredients for mobility, energy, connectivity and health. Join our values-led organization committed to building a more resilient world with people and planet in mind. Our core values are the foundation that make us successful for ourselves, our customers and the planet.
Job Description
We work together to transform essential resources into critical ingredients for mobility, energy, connectivity and health. Join our values-led organization committed to building a more resilient world with people and planet in mind. Our core values are the foundation that make us successful for ourselves, our customers and the planet.
Albemarle is hiring for a Senior Mining Engineer, reporting to the Lead Mining Engineer. The position is located on-site at Kings Mountain Lithium Project in North Carolina. This will include mining engineering functional support through the various study phases, operational readiness, and the execution phase of the project. The role will transition from the study team to the mining operation at project execution or to further studies as required.
What You Will Do
  • Contribute to strategic and tactical mine planning activities including pit optimization, mine design, drill and blast design, production scheduling, and trade-off analyses
  • Provide mine engineering support to geotechnical, hydrology, environmental, process, geometallurgical, and waste-management workstreams
  • Evaluate mining methods, equipment strategies, and operational configurations to identify optimal project solutions
  • Participate in risk assessments, mine-plan reviews, and scenario evaluations that guide technical decision-making
  • Maintain continuity of technical work as the project advances from study phases toward execution
  • Prepare and review budgets, capital (CAPEX) and operating (OPEX) cost estimates related to mining
  • Collaborate with other core departments in the development of their operating budgets and capital projects
  • Provide inputs to economic models, including schedules, productivity assumptions, equipment requirements, and labor estimates.
  • Contribute to early operational readiness frameworks, including developing standards and procedures
  • Conduct mining equipment selection tradeoff studies and work closely with OEMs to deliver fit for purpose equipment on time and ready for work in the Kings Mountain mining project
  • Assist with mine-site layout planning and integration with downstream processing and surface facilities, including infrastructure planning
  • Work with environmental, permitting, processing, construction, and planning teams to ensure aligned project development
  • Provide mine engineering inputs for regulatory submissions and environmental documentation
  • Develop and maintain mine engineering standards, procedures, and best practices supporting safe and productive mining
  • Support the preparation of industry compliant reports with mining performance data.
  • Monitor the mining performance of the operation against the approved mine plan and corresponding KPIs, and develop continuous improvement initiatives through data diagnostics to promote best in class performance
    Competencies
  • Demonstrated capability with open pit mine design and scheduling software across short-, medium, and long-term horizons with a strategic focus
  • Open pit drill and blast design and operations experience
  • Ability to analyze, interpret, and apply inputs for mine engineering
  • Strong attention to detail, and ability to think critically and strategically
  • Ability to collaborate and influence across different functions, including mining and process operations, technical services, environmental and corporate
  • Ability to build relationships both internal and external to the organization, including with technical experts and vendors
  • Ability to develop and review mine operating and capital cost estimates
  • Strong problem solving, analysis and decision-making skills
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills

What You Bring
Required:
  • Minimum B.S. or Engineering degree in Mining
  • 7+ years of mine engineering and operations experience
  • Strong knowledge of surface mining methods for hard-rock deposits
  • Proficient mine design and scheduling software
  • Demonstrated knowledge of U.S. mining regulatory (MSHA) and permitting processes

It'd be great if you also have:
  • Experience evaluating and implementing new mining technologies
  • Demonstrated team leadership experience
  • Experience with GIS software such as ArcGIS/ArcView
  • Multi-commodity mining experience
  • Underground mining experience
  • Experience in mine commissioning and start-up

Success Indicators
  • Delivery of complete, defensible mine engineering inputs that support ongoing study and design development
  • Clear, data-driven recommendations for mine optimization, design, scheduling, and fleet strategy
  • Effective cross-team collaboration and communication of risks, assumptions, and opportunities
  • Contribution to engineering standards, project governance, and overall project performance

Benefits of joining Albemarle
  • Competitive compensation
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • A diverse array of resources to support you professionally and personally.

We are partners to one another in pioneering new ways to be better for ourselves, our teams, and our communities. When you join Albemarle, you become our most essential element and you can anticipate competitive compensation, a comprehensive package, and resources that foster your well-being and fuel your personal growth. Help us shape the future, build with purpose and grow together. #LI-JH3
Be an essential element to a brighter future.
Benefits of Joining Albemarle
  • Competitive compensation
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • A diverse array of resources to support you professionally and personally.

We are partners to one another in pioneering new ways to be better for ourselves, our teams, and our communities. When you join Albemarle, you become our most essential element and you can anticipate competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and resources that foster your well-being and fuel your personal growth. Help us shape the future, build with purpose and grow together.
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About Albemarle

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Albemarle Corp (Albemarle) is a specialty chemical manufacturer. It carries out the development, manufacturing and marketing of highly-engineered value added products including catalysts, bromine and derivatives and lithium compounds.

Industry

Construction and manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Charlotte, NC, US

Year founded

1887

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