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As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance coal mining engineering in the United States is $47.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.28 and $61.78 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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CredentialsEngineering degree, certifications in mining or civil engineeringGeology degree, certifications in geology or earth sciences
Work EnvironmentOn-site at mining operations, project-basedExploration sites, research environments
Industry UsageDesigning, planning, and managing mining operationsExploring and assessing coal deposits

Freelance Coal Mining Engineers focus on designing and managing mining projects, requiring engineering credentials, while Coal Mining Geologists specialize in exploring and evaluating coal deposits. Both roles are essential in the mining industry but differ in their focus, credentials, and work environments.

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Freelance coal mining engineers are in moderate demand, primarily in regions with active coal extraction industries. Their expertise in geology, mine design, and safety protocols is valued, but demand fluctuates with market conditions and environmental regulations.
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Sr Manager Engineering & Environmental

Peabody Energy

Adger, AL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 20 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Manage technical services and engineering personnel, perform mine engineering and environmental surveying, and ensure proper procedures are followed for mining and reclamation activities.

  • Coordinate and develop short-term and long-term mine plans, mine infrastructure, and reclamation operations, ensuring compliance with regulations and efficiency improvements.

  • Review and monitor mining and reclamation activities, ensure regulatory compliance, and act as the company's representative during inspections.


Peabody Energy rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 30 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

5th of 41 rated mining


Job description

Site: Shoal Creek

We are currently seeking a Senior Manager Engineering & Enviormental to join our production team at our Shoal Creek Mine, located in Oakman, Alabama. Shoal Creek Mine is one of the deepest underground coal mines in the United States. Located on the Black Warrior River, this site produces one of the highest qualities of met coal in the United States. With nine-foot-tall workings, a brand-new longwall, and 15+ years of projected coal reserves, Shoal Creek mine is an ideal place to work.  

Located in between Jefferson, Walker, and Tuscaloosa counties in Alabama, this area offers beautiful rivers and lakes, landscapes, and rolling hills at the foot of the Appalachian Mountains. Oakman is about an hour from Birmingham and Tuscaloosa, both of which provide diverse, family-friendly communities with something for everyone, such as vibrant downtowns, safe, friendly neighborhoods, and excellent schools, including the University of Alabama and other area colleges.

Peabody's Shoal Creek Mine has a safety-first culture and strives to have zero recordable MSHA injuries/incidents.

Responsibilities:

Plan and coordinate engineering feasibility studies, mine plans, capital requirements, and mine designs for the mine and plant.  Provide support as needed for new mine construction activity and operations. 

Duties will include:

  • Manages Technical Services / Engineering personnel and performs mine engineering & environmental surveying to ensure accurate and proper procedures and measures are being utilized to control, monitor, record and report actual production, cost and performance data for all mining and reclamation activities at the mine.
  • Responsible for ensuring that accurate production and operating reports are compiled and submitted within the prescribed time limits to Mine Management and the Corporate Office.
  • Coordinates with Mine Management in the planning and projection of short-term mining plans and reclamation operations and submits projected production plans as requested.
  • Manages and provides input for the development of long-term mining plans and the mining/reclamation regulatory approvals needed for implementation.
  • Provides engineering assistance to Mine Management in the planning, layout and construction of the mine infrastructure including slopes and/or shafts, roof control, ventilation systems, haul roads, drainage systems, electrical power distribution systems, erosion control structures, and reclamation post-mining land use areas.
  • Reviews mining and reclamation operations and make recommendations to Mine Management and/or develop plans that would decrease operating costs or improve operating efficiency.
  • Manages, reviews and monitors all mining and reclamation activities to ensure compliance with State and Federal mining and reclamation laws and permits.
  • Coordinates with Mine Management in evaluating, developing and completing projects required to rectify any compliance problems found during regulatory agency's inspection.
  • Act as Company's representative during inspections conducted by State and Federal reclamation inspectors on both surface and underground areas as needed.
  • Ability to use a personal computer and applicable software to adequately model various systems at the mine for use in problem solving and the development of projects, production and cost analysis reports. 
  • Provide technical assistance in project evaluations, proposed changes, testing and/or development for improved performance, efficiency and safety at the operation. 
  • Coordinates and inspects construction projects performed by either mine personnel or outside contractors to ensure compliance with design plans or contract provisions.
  • Monitor employee work performance and take necessary corrective action consistent with company policy.
  • Provide technical assistance and support to other departments as needed to contribute to the overall success of the operation.

The Lifestyle:

This position may require the necessity to work weekends, holidays, or another shift as deemed necessary. We provide 401K matching, medical, dental and vision health plans with minimal cost to the employee. Benefit eligibility and PTO starts on your first day of work. 

About You:

  • BS in Engineering. 
  • Mine Engineering preferred.
  • Registered Professional Engineer 
  • Minimum of eight (8) years' coal mining experience
  • Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management.
  • Ability to travel periodically
  • Ability to work overtime as needed
  • Must have strong up to date skills utilizing computer software such as, but not limited to, Excel, Word, AutoCAD/SurvCADD, etc.

Physical Requirements:

  • Must have the ability to wear required protective footwear, hearing and eye protection, and other personal protective equipment as required by Company and MSHA
  • Must have the ability to perform repetitive hand and wrist motions (push, pull, twist, handle), and have rapid reflex movements of the arms and legs and good hand to eye coordination
  • Must have the ability to lift/raise 10 - 50 lbs. without mechanical assistance frequently during the course of work shift 
  • Must have the ability to work in extreme conditions, including but not limited to changing weather conditions, dust, mud, varying levels of noise from low to high, varying degrees of light and dark, in and around artificial light and in a confined work area
  • Must have the ability to stand for up to 4 hours per shift
  • Must have the ability to be seated for up to 4 hours to operate equipment or vehicles
  • Must have the ability to work from elevated positions, walk/climb up and down stairs/steps and climb on and off equipment and ladders

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; an employee will also perform other related job responsibilities as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required. Peabody reserves the right to revise job descriptions or change and/or modify job responsibilities, functions and requirements as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

About Peabody:

Peabody is a leading coal producer, providing essential products for the production of affordable, reliable energy & steel. We employ approximately 5,500 people across our operations in the United States & Australia, serving customers in 26 countries.

Our commitment to sustainability underpins everything we do and shapes our strategy for the future. 

People are at the core of Peabody's ability to deliver business results & serve our communities & we offer an inclusive work environment that engages, recognizes, and develops it employees. We strive to create a safe and healthy work culture where all employees are treated with fairness and respect are supported and engaged.

Take the first step toward a rewarding career working with us at: visit Peabody - US Jobs (peabodyenergy.com)

EEO Disclaimer: Peabody Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Job Summary

Responsible for directing the engineering and environmental activities at the mine site to include, but not limited to, the engineering, environmental permits and licenses, surveying, and other measures to plan, control and document the extraction of underground materials and raw coal, roof control, ventilation, coal loading, coal processing and reclamation requirements at the operation.  To provide high level technical input and support to the development of mining plans (greater than 5 years) for all current and future operations; feasibility studies relating to development projects and acquisitions; and engineering related project investigations and capital justifications.

Job Description

   Manages and performs mine engineering & environmental surveying to insure accurate and 
     proper procedures and measures are being utilized to control, monitor, record and report actual 
     production, cost and performance data for all mining and reclamation activities at the mine.
    Responsible for insuring that accurate weekly and monthly production costs and operating 
     reports are compiled and submitted within the prescribed time limits to Mine Management and the 
     Corporate Office.
    Coordinates with Mine Management in the planning and projection of short-term mining plans 
     and reclamation operations and submits projected production proformas and cost management.
    Manages and provides input for the development of long-term mining plans and the 
     mining/reclamation permits.
    Provides engineering assistance to Mine Management in the planning, layout and construction of 
     slopes and/or shafts, roof control, ventilation systems, haul roads, drainage systems, electrical power 
     distribution systems, erosion control structures, and reclamation post-mining land use areas.
    Reviews mining and reclamation operations and make recommendations to Mine Management 
     and/or develop plans that would decrease operating costs or improve operating efficiency.
    Manages, reviews and monitors all mining and reclamation activities to insure compliance with 
     State and Federal mining and reclamation laws and permits.
    Coordinates with Mine Management in evaluating, developing and completing projects required to 
     rectify any compliance problems found during regulatory agency's inspection.
    May be required to act as Company's representative during inspections conducted by State and 
     Federal reclamation inspectors.
    Generates various reports and studies using the computer to aid in problem solving and operating 
     cost evaluation.
    Conducts special projects involving evaluation and/or testing of equipment or material production 
     performance or efficiency.
    Performs engineering studies that evaluate proposed changes in equipment, operations, mining 
     plans or procedures or the efficiency of various mine operations.
    Coordinates and inspects construction projects performed by either mine personnel or outside 
     contractors to insure compliance with design plans or contract provisions.
    Monitor employee work performance and take necessary corrective action consistent with 
     company policy.

Role Requirements

EDUCATION

    Bachelor's Degree in Mining Engineering with Environmental background. Advanced Degree in 
     Engineering or Business Administration preferred.  
    Professional Engineering Certification, preferred.  Ability to obtain in near future.
    AutoCAD, SurvCADD, COGO, Ventilation Modelling, SMCRA, HAZWOPER, and Microsoft Office.
    Solid comprehension of capital cost estimating, project cost control and schedule management


EXPERIENCE

    Minimum of 8-10 years of coal mining experience in underground and surface mine engineering. 
    Ability to clearly communicate geologic concepts to non-technical personnel
    Strong working knowledge and experience in State and Federal mining and environmental and air 
     regulations
    Prior management/supervisory experience
    Communication and presentation experience to senior management
    Experience with Dam Engineering and Construction
    Experience with Success Factors, SAP, and Kronos a plus 
 

EEO Disclaimer

Peabody Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


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