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As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance entry level 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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Freelance entry-level mining engineers often face challenges such as limited access to mentorship, difficulty building a client base, and adapting to varying project requirements. To overcome these, it's helpful to actively seek out professional networks, participate in industry forums, and continuously update technical skills through online courses or certifications. Additionally, clear communication and setting expectations with clients can help manage project scope and ensure successful collaborations.

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To thrive as a Freelance Entry Level Mining Engineer, you need a bachelor's degree in mining engineering or a related field, strong analytical skills, and a solid understanding of mining principles and safety standards. Familiarity with mining software such as Surpac, AutoCAD, and GIS systems, as well as relevant safety certifications, is typically required. Strong problem-solving abilities, adaptability, and effective communication skills help you collaborate remotely and manage diverse project requirements. These competencies ensure you can deliver technical solutions safely and efficiently while meeting client expectations in a dynamic industry.

What is the difference between Freelance Entry Level Mining Engineering vs Freelance Entry Level Geology?

AspectFreelance Entry Level Mining EngineeringFreelance Entry Level Geology
Required CredentialsDegree in Mining Engineering or related field, certifications varyDegree in Geology or Earth Sciences, certifications vary
Work EnvironmentMining sites, construction projects, consulting firmsField surveys, research projects, consulting firms
Industry UsageMining companies, resource extraction firmsEnvironmental agencies, exploration companies

Freelance Entry Level Mining Engineering and Freelance Entry Level Geology share similar educational backgrounds and work environments, often involving fieldwork and consulting. However, mining engineering focuses on the design and operation of mining processes, while geology emphasizes earth analysis and resource exploration. Both roles are common in resource industries and may require similar certifications, making them frequently compared by job seekers.

What are freelance entry level mining engineers?

Freelance entry level mining engineers are professionals who work independently on short-term or project-based assignments in the mining industry, rather than being employed full-time by a single company. They typically assist with tasks such as site surveys, data collection, basic design, and supporting senior engineers with planning and safety assessments. As entry level professionals, they usually have a recent degree in mining engineering or a related field and are gaining hands-on experience while building their portfolios. Freelancing allows them flexibility to work on diverse projects and expand their networks within the industry.
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Mining Engineer - Kiewit Mining Group 2026

Mining Engineer - Kiewit Mining Group 2026

Kiewit Corporation

Lone Tree, CO

$86K - $95K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago

Kiewit Corporation rating

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Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 133 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Requisition ID: 180303 

Job Level: Entry Level 

Home District/Group: Kiewit Mining District 

Department: Field Operations 

Market: Mining 

Employment Type: Full Time 

Position Overview

As a Field Engineer, you will support Kiewit Mining operations throughout North America. This position is responsible for developing work plans, design work, quantity tracking, surveying and working with our mining and construction teams. In performing this work, the Field Engineer will gain hands-on experience in safely planning and executing work across our operations.

District Overview

Kiewit Mining Group has grown steadily to become one of North America's leading contract mining companies operating in various commodities, including gold, coal, oil sands, iron ore, phosphate, talc, and aggregates. We are built on a solid foundation of safety, quality, production and integrity. 

As part of Kiewit, we are integrated with 135 years of construction and engineering experience that provides wholistic solutions to the industry that are unmatched.

Location

One of the many things that makes Kiewit's culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets, and career goals of each team member. This means your Kiewit adventure is custom designed to meet our shared needs. 

Current possible locations include: Gillette, WY; Soda Springs, ID; Tok, AK; Dillon, MT; Craig, CO; Lone Tree, CO.

Responsibilities
  • Field Operations: prepare work plans and work packages, interpret drawings and specifications for field crews and craft, order and schedule material deliveries and support the day-to-day operations
  • Office Engineering: Perform mining and civil design work to support mining and civil operations, perform takeoffs from drawings, generating change orders reviewed by Project Manager, provide field support and supervise subcontractor operations
  • Estimating: Review and analyze data relative to the project, complete plans and specification reviews for projects, assist with the preparation of a bid

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Qualifications
  • Undergraduate or graduate degree in Mining, Civil, Geological, or Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or other natural science engineering fields.
  • 0-2 years of experience
  • Ability to travel and relocate as needed
  • Mining, Mining Infrastructure/Heavy Civil project experience is preferred
  • Ability to freely access all points of a project site in a wide-ranging climates and environments, including the ability to climb off and on equipment 
  • Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative
  • Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time
  • Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity
  • Passion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt
  • Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
  • Team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals, and objectives
  • Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail

 Other Requirements:
    Regular, reliable attendance
    Work productively and meet deadlines timely
    Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
    Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
    Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
    FIELD ROLES ONLY May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

Base Compensation: $86,000/yr - $95,000/yr 
(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

This posting will be active from:  04/07/2026  - 08/31/2026  

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

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Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering's Design-Build team is driving clients to turn to Kiewit during all stages of design-build projects. Through our integrated design and construction approach, our multi-disciplinary team works together to improve schedule, control costs and minimize risk. Our construction-focused engineers work collaboratively with our estimators and builders to design solutions that are innovative, constructible, and designed with a focus on safety. Clients benefit from the proven processes and tools used by Kiewit to minimize project risk. We are an in-house resource that supports projects throughout the company. Our staff shares experiences gained, innovative concepts, and best practices for all projects that we support.

Industry

Construction materials wholesalers

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Omaha, NE, US

Year founded

1884

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