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Rio Tinto

Mining Engineer

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

... management, business improvement, and long-term planning. Reporting to the Senior Mining Engineer ... At least 3 years of mining engineering experience, preferably in underground metal mining

Graymont Limited

Senior Mining Engineer

Sandy, UT · On-site

... to mining engineering to identify areas for potential cost-savings and/or increased efficiencies. • Provide management for blast optimization and fines reduction studies. • Support quarry ...

Sawtooth Mining

Mining Engineer

Winnemucca, NV · On-site

... management facilities. * Provide technical support for environmental engineering projects ... A Bachelor of Science degree in Mining Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering ...

Sawtooth Mining

Mining Engineer

Winnemucca, NV

... management facilities. * Provide technical support for environmental engineering projects ... A Bachelor of Science degree in Mining Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering ...

P&C Recruiting and HR

$100K - $105K/yr

... management activities, including engineering support, scheduling, budgeting, and contractor ... Qualifications & Experience * Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering, Geology, or related ...

SMC Region USC

Regulatory Engineer

Brier Hill, PA

Develop drawings and specifications for Sandvik mining equipment using engineering analysis and ... MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES Technical Expertise Expert on MSHA underground coal regulation (30 CFR), and ...

Knife River Corporation

Mining Engineer

Boise, ID · On-site

Minimum Requirements 1. Bachelor's Degree in Mining Engineering or similar. 2. Five or more years ... management capability. Preferred Requirements Professional Engineer (P.E.) registration in the ...

Imerys

Mining Engineer

Andersonville, GA · On-site

They will manage mine permitting, ensuring sufficient timing for future mining areas. They will ... Minimum Bachelor's Degree in Mining Engineering, Geology or related field. * Minimum 3 years of ...

Stantec

Underground Mining Engineer

Chandler, AZ · On-site

$85K - $123K/yr

Together, we exercise creative thought, developing engineering and designs as individual as the ... From approval and permitting to design and construction management services, we put the goals of ...

Teichert

Mining Engineer

Sacramento, CA · On-site

Coordinates with Operation Managers to determine the most efficient and safe methods as well as ... A Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Engineering-Mining, Geological Engineering or Civil ...

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As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for manager coal mining engineering in the United States is $146,868.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $116,500.00 and $173,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Manager Coal Mining Engineering vs Mining Engineer?

AspectManager Coal Mining EngineeringMining Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Mining Engineering, Professional Engineer (PE) license often preferredBachelor's in Mining Engineering or related field, PE license advantageous
Work EnvironmentOversees mining operations, manages teams, plans projectsDesigns mining processes, conducts site assessments, supports operations
Industry UsageUsed in managerial roles overseeing mining projectsUsed in technical and operational roles within mining companies
Search & Comparison IntentOften compared for leadership and project management rolesCompared for technical expertise and site-specific work

While both roles require a background in mining engineering, the Manager Coal Mining Engineering focuses on overseeing operations, managing teams, and strategic planning. In contrast, the Mining Engineer is more involved in technical design, site assessments, and supporting daily mining activities. Understanding these differences helps job seekers identify the right career path within the mining industry.

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Mining Engineer

Rio Tinto

Salt Lake City, UT • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago

Rio Tinto rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 32 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

10th of 41 rated mining

Job description

Mining Engineer
Support underground mine design, scheduling, and production planning that improve safety and operational value
Work at our Kennecott operation near Salt Lake City, Utah, as part of a collaborative technical team
Grow your mining engineering expertise through a global technical community and industry-leading development programs
At Rio Tinto, we are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and able to succeed. We actively encourage applications from women and from people with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We know that great technical capability comes in many forms, and we are focused on building teams that reflect the communities we operate in and support each other to do their best work.
We're Finding Better Ways™ to provide materials the world needs, now and in the future. Our values - care, courage and curiosity - guide how we work and how we treat each other.
About the role
We are looking for a Mining Engineer with strong mine planning and design skills to support underground mine design, scheduling, and production planning. In this role, you will help optimize operations while supporting near-term execution and long-range mine development.
This is a great opportunity to deepen your understanding of underground mining operations while building experience in project management, business improvement, and long-term planning.
Reporting to the Senior Mining Engineer and working within a collaborative technical team at Kennecott, you will:
  • Prepare mine plans and schedules that support long-range planning horizons and operational decision-making

  • Develop life-of-mine designs and support underground development planning activities

  • Assist with IFC design generation and technical documentation as needed

  • Support stope drilling and production planning to help enable safe and efficient execution

  • Participate in ventilation surveys, modeling, and analysis to support safe underground operations

  • Identify improvement opportunities and support implementation in partnership with the broader technical and operational teams

About you
  • A commitment to the safety of yourself and your team

  • Undergraduate degree, preferably in Mining Engineering or a related discipline

  • At least 3 years of mining engineering experience, preferably in underground metal mining

  • Experience with 3D mine design and drafting software such as Deswik, Vulcan, or similar platforms

  • Well-developed analytical and technical skills, with the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization

  • Ability to work independently, contribute within a team, build collaborative relationships, and use tools such as Excel, Word, or SAP

Even if your profile does not fully meet all qualifications, we encourage you to apply; transferable skills and the right attitude are highly valued.
What we offer
Be recognised for your contribution, your thinking and your hard work, and go home knowing you've helped the world progress.
  • A work environment where safety is always the number one priority

  • Competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with an annual incentive bonus

  • Access to top-tier family-friendly health programs including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life insurance coverage, and various voluntary benefits

  • Excellent retirement plan including up to 6% defined company contribution and a generous 401(k) matching program

  • Attractive share ownership plan

  • Comprehensive leave policies which cover all the moments that matter in life, including paid time off, paid holidays, and paid bereavement leave

  • A generous parental leave policy, which ensures you are able to spend quality time with your new family

  • Discount programs for leisure purposes and access to Personify Health with incentives supporting your wellbeing

  • Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), which provides confidential counselling or expert guidance for you and your family to help get through life's challenges

Where you'll be working
Our Kennecott mine is a world-class, fully integrated copper mining operation, including a concentrator, smelter and refinery, located just outside Salt Lake City, Utah, in the United States. We produce copper, precious metals including gold and silver, molybdenum, tellurium and sulfuric acid. Kennecott has been mining and processing minerals from the rich ore body of the Bingham Canyon Mine since 1903 and is one of the top producing mines in the world, comprising approximately 11 percent of U.S. annual copper production.
About Rio Tinto
Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive.
We have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents. Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs - striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards. But we can't do it on our own, so we're focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win situations and meet opportunities.
Respect and Inclusion
Rio Tinto is committed to equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel safe, respected and valued. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome but are essential to our success. We treat all our people fairly and with dignity.
Rio Tinto participates in E- Verify to confirm work authorization. Please visit http://www.ucis.gov/ for more information.

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