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Lonmin

Engineer - Rock Mechanics

Nye, MT

Engineer 1-4 - Rock Mechanics Location: Stillwater Mine - Nye, MT Schedule: 5x4, 4x5 - 11.5-hour days Job Responsibilities and Duties: At Sibanye-Stillwater, the Rock Mechanic Engineer is responsible ...

Sibanye Stillwater

Engineer - Rock Mechanics

Nye, MT · On-site

$78K/yr

Engineer 1-4 - Rock Mechanics Location:Stillwater Mine - Nye, MTSchedule:5x4, 4x5 - 11.5-hour daysJob Responsibilities and Duties:At Sibanye-Stillwater, the Rock Mechanic Engineer is responsible for ...

Sibanye Stillwater

Engineer - Rock Mechanics

MT · On-site

$78K/yr

Engineer 1-4 - Rock Mechanics Location: Stillwater Mine - Nye, MT Schedule: 5x4, 4x5 - 11.5-hour days Job Responsibilities and Duties: At Sibanye-Stillwater, the Rock Mechanic Engineer is responsible ...

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What is the difference between Independent Contractor Rock Mechanics Engineer vs Geotechnical Engineer?

AspectIndependent Contractor Rock Mechanics EngineerGeotechnical Engineer
CredentialsEngineering degree, specialized training in rock mechanics, often professional engineering licenseEngineering degree, geotechnical specialization, often professional engineering license
Work EnvironmentProject-based, consulting, field and office work, often freelance or contractualDesign, analysis, and consulting for infrastructure projects, often employed by firms or agencies
Industry UsageCommon in mining, tunneling, and excavation projectsUsed across construction, transportation, and environmental sectors

The main difference is that an Independent Contractor Rock Mechanics Engineer typically works on specialized, project-based consulting roles focusing on rock stability and underground conditions, often independently or freelance. In contrast, a Geotechnical Engineer has a broader scope, working on soil and rock analysis within larger projects, usually employed by firms or organizations. Both roles require similar credentials but differ mainly in work setup and project focus.

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Engineer - Rock Mechanics

Lonmin

Nye, MT

Full-time

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Job description

Engineer 1-4 – Rock Mechanics

Location:

Stillwater Mine – Nye, MT

Schedule:

5x4, 4x5 - 11.5-hour days

Job Responsibilities and Duties:

At Sibanye-Stillwater, the Rock Mechanic Engineer is responsible for carrying out ground control assessments and providing ground control and ground quality recommendations for existing and future mine designs. The Rock Mechanic Engineer will provide input to weekly and monthly planning processes as well as regularly perform underground audits of ground quality and installed ground support for adherence to Company ground control standards. Other responsibilities and duties may include:

  • Promote and maintain a safe work environment, safe work practices, and a strong safety culture.
  • Ensure that Environmental Excellence is practiced with in area of responsibility.
  • Participate in group, department, divisional, & company safety programs (PGI, Safety Meetings, etc.).
  • Review and approve all development and stope extraction proposals- design and sequence.
  • Mechanics Engineer.
  • Assist in development & communication of Ground Control Management Plan, revisions to SOPs, and other ground control related documents.
  • Research, and possible application of underground rock mechanics technology in design, monitoring, and support.
  • Quality control and quality assurance of ground support, backfill, and shotcrete.
  • Other responsibilities include assisting the general foremen and others in the individual mining areas in the execution of the plan.

Qualifications and Skills:

Required:

  • Well-developed verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proven ability to work autonomously, as well as, within a team-based environment.
  • Familiarity with multiple mining method principles and theories.
  • Solid understanding of the fundamentals of geotechnical or geological engineering.
  • Strong computer skills in AutoCAD, Excel, and Word.
  • Basic understanding of MSHA regulations.
  • Working knowledge and experience with mine modelling and/or geotechnical mining software.
  • Intermediate to advance understanding of MSHA regulations.

Preferred:

  • Proven short-range mine planning and scheduling experience.
  • Proficient use of the Vulcan / Deswik or other 3D mine design planning software packages.
  • Familiarity with cost reporting and cost tracking analysis.

Education and Experience:

BS in Geological Engineering or equivalent with mining experience such as internships or past work experience.

Sibanye-Stillwater is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions at Sibanye-Stillwater are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation or preference, marital or family status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

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