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How much do explosive engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for explosive engineer in Pennsylvania is $116,143.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $83,200.00 and $151,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an explosive engineer do?

An Explosive Engineer specializes in the safe design, handling, and use of explosives for various applications such as mining, demolition, and construction. They analyze blast requirements, ensure compliance with safety regulations, and oversee controlled detonations. Their work involves risk assessment, environmental considerations, and collaboration with other engineers to achieve project goals efficiently and safely.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an explosive engineer?

To succeed as an Explosive Engineer, you need a solid background in chemical engineering, physics, and materials science, typically backed by a relevant engineering degree and specialized training in explosives. Familiarity with modeling software, blast simulation tools, and certifications such as ATF licensing or IMES compliance are often required. Strong problem-solving abilities, meticulous attention to detail, and effective teamwork and communication skills help distinguish top professionals in this field. These competencies are critical for ensuring safety, complying with regulations, and delivering successful project outcomes involving hazardous materials.

What is a typical work environment like for an explosive engineer?

Explosive Engineers often split their time between office-based planning and on-site fieldwork, which can include mines, construction sites, or testing facilities. You may collaborate closely with safety officers, site managers, and regulatory authorities to design, implement, and monitor controlled explosions. The role frequently involves strict adherence to safety protocols, detailed documentation, and ongoing risk assessments to ensure compliance with local and federal regulations. While the environment can be high-pressure and requires the utmost precision, it also offers opportunities to work with cutting-edge technology and be part of multidisciplinary teams tackling complex engineering challenges.

What are the most commonly searched types of Explosive Engineer jobs in Pennsylvania?

The most popular types of Explosive Engineer jobs in Pennsylvania are:

Infographic showing various Explosive Engineer job openings in Pennsylvania as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 78% Full Time, and 22% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $116,143 per year, or $55.8 per hour.

Construction Superintendent Trainee

MDB GROUP, LLC

Lancaster, PA • On-site

$59K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

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Job description

Construction Superintendent Trainee (CST) Program

About Us

Come work with the best! At Maine Drilling & Blasting (MD&B) we work like owners because we are owners. As a majority employee owned ESOP Company, we work with the unity of family and the determination of business owners. Our standard is to achieve operational excellence at all levels of the organization, whether we are serving internal or external customers. We are fueled by success, because we are personally vested in the outcome. In addition to our employer-contributed Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) retirement program, we also have a traditional Company matched 401(k), health, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits.

About The Opportunity

If advancement is what you're looking for, we offer that also. Our learning and development opportunities are industry leading, and the formula for our success is centered on promotion from within.

Intrigued? Read on to learn more about specific opportunities to join our dedicated team.

Salary: $59,800 plus vehicle/fuel allowance. Target incentives up to an additional $150 per week as you achieve deliverable milestones!

We are experiencing explosive growth and looking to build an even more robust pipeline of future business leaders. Our Construction Superintendent Trainee (CST) program is designed to introduce you to the drilling and blasting industry the MD&B way. Our CSTs join an internal Leadership Development Program aimed at building and developing a broad range of skills, knowledge, and experiences necessary to move into career paths toward future manager, supervisory, and leadership positions in support of the Company's growth.

You will learn:

  • Safety and compliance as they relate to drilling and blasting operations
  • All aspects of drilling in both construction and quarry environments
  • How to become a State licensed Blaster
  • Procurement and logistics related to drilling and blasting activities (materials, supplies, equipment)
  • How QC efforts support project profitability
  • Project budgets and standards
  • Project supervision and leadership

In order to facilitate your learning, here's what we will need from you:

Our geographic footprint is large (and growing), the pace of your professional growth will be directly related to your willingness to follow opportunities wherever they are presented. This means travel within a multi-state area (don't worry, your meals and hotels are covered); You will be learning our trade from the ground up, which means laboring, drilling, and blasting. It's a manual process, and we need you to be excited about all the steps; We work outside on varied terrain. All the time. And in all the weather. We're not always happy about it, but drilling and blasting are rarely done inside (ok, never inside), and we get it done safely and on time. Did we mention, in all the weather? The CST program builds future leaders, and part of the process is an established roadmap for you. We call this a Development Plan, and you will be highly engaged in the success of this Plan. In fact, you own it. We will assign you a dedicated mentor to support you at all times, but the motivation to succeed is all you.

About You

This is an entry level leadership development position, and as such you are most likely a recent College grad with a degree in Construction, Engineering, Mining, or similar. You may also be recently separated from Military service and looking for an opportunity that will value your self-discipline and standards for safety and excellence. But honestly, this is not the only blueprint for success at MD&B. Dedication, enthusiasm, hard work, integrity, honesty, and responsibility are key indicators for us in any candidate interested in joining our world class team. Our leaders are good communicators, highly competitive (we want to win!), and can build teams through influence and building consensus.

Skeptical about advancement opportunities? Check out these videos:

Dante (CST) talks about what it's like to work at MD&B

Dan (CEO) talks about career advancement opportunities

Does this sound like you? If it does, then go ahead and hit that APPLY button because we cannot wait to meet you!

Qualifications

Preferred Education:

Associates or better in Civil Engineering or related field.

Associates or better in Construction Engineering or related field.

Associates or better in Construction Management Services or related field.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.