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Senior Mine Engineer

Ruth, NV

$98K - $135K/yr

Responsible for mine closure design and planning while working closely with the Environmental Resources Department. * Prepare accurate and defendable reserve statements. * Willingness to perform ...

S. portfolio, with primary responsibility for Pend Oreille Mine facilities, ensuring dam safety, structural integrity, and alignment with closure objectives. * Lead and influence the development ...

Senior Mine Engineer

Ruth, NV · On-site

$98K - $135K/yr

Responsible for mine closure design and planning while working closely with the Environmental Resources Department. * Prepare accurate and defendable reserve statements. * Willingness to perform ...

Researching specific rock engineering and mine closure problems * Field work will include some aspects of surveying, drilling coordination, geotechnical core logging/mapping, and construction ...

Researching specific rock engineering and mine closure problems * Field work will include some aspects of surveying, drilling coordination, geotechnical core logging/mapping, and construction ...

This role will lead delivery of complex mine closure and reclamation projects across North America, with a focus on regulatory-driven remediation, risk management, and long-term site stewardship of ...

Experience with Mine Closure activities and/or mine site water management. * Fluency in Spanish, both written and spoken. * Understanding of Responsible Mining Standards and associated frameworks ...

Experience with Mine Closure activities and/or mine site water management. * Fluency in Spanish, both written and spoken. * Understanding of Responsible Mining Standards and associated frameworks ...

Experience with Mine Closure activities and/or mine site water management. * Fluency in Spanish, both written and spoken. * Understanding of Responsible Mining Standards and associated frameworks ...

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How much do mine closure jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for mine closure in the United States is $89,183.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $66,500.00 and $109,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some typical challenges faced during mine closure projects?

Mine closure professionals often encounter challenges such as managing complex environmental remediation tasks, meeting diverse regulatory and community requirements, and ensuring site safety and stability. Each closure project may involve unexpected legacy issues—like contaminated groundwater or unstable land—that require innovative and adaptive problem-solving. Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, government agencies, and local communities is critical to resolving these challenges effectively. Additionally, keeping up-to-date with evolving regulations and new remediation technologies helps mine closure experts ensure projects are completed responsibly and sustainably.

What is a Mine Closure job?

A Mine Closure job involves planning and managing the shutdown of a mining operation in a safe, environmentally responsible, and sustainable manner. This includes land rehabilitation, water management, ensuring compliance with regulations, and engaging with stakeholders to minimize long-term environmental and social impacts. Professionals in this role develop closure plans, execute decommissioning activities, and oversee post-closure monitoring. The goal is to restore the site for future use while meeting legal and community expectations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Mine Closure position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Mine Closure role, you need expertise in environmental science, mine engineering, and land reclamation, often backed by a degree in a related field and experience with closure projects. Proficiency with GIS software, environmental monitoring systems, and knowledge of regulatory compliance standards is essential, as is certification in environmental management or mine rehabilitation. Strong project management, collaboration, and problem-solving skills help you navigate complex regulatory and stakeholder requirements. These skills and qualities ensure environmentally responsible closure, regulatory compliance, and the safe rehabilitation of former mining sites.

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Infographic showing various Mine Closure job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $89,183 per year, or $42.9 per hour.

Mine Closure and Permitting Consultant

SRK Consulting

Anchorage, AK • On-site

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago


Job description

SRK Consulting is an independent, international consulting practice, providing globally integrated consulting services to the international mining and metals sector.
We are seeking a Mine Closure and Permitting Consultant.
Description of Responsibilities:
  • To consult on projects for Alaska and North American clients, with some travel
  • Manage and execute technical studies, closure plans, reclamation plans, permit applications, cost estimates, and other project deliverables.
  • Develop project scopes, work plans, schedules, budgets, and proposals and manage projects through successful completion.
  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams of engineers, geologists, environmental scientists, and other technical specialists.
  • Conduct site inspections, technical evaluations, environmental audits, and due diligence reviews.
  • Coordinate with mining clients, contractors, and state and federal regulatory agencies.
  • Prepare technical reports, memoranda, presentations, and supporting documentation.
  • Support business development activities and contribute to maintaining and growing client relationships.

Essential Requirements:
  • Undergraduate degree in engineering, environmental science, geology, mine engineering, or a related technical discipline.
  • Minimum of 7 years of relevant professional experience in mining, engineering consulting, environmental consulting, civil infrastructure, mine operations, or related industries.
  • Demonstrated experience managing technical projects, including responsibility for project planning, budgeting, scheduling, technical deliverables, and client communications.
  • Strong analytical, problem solving, communication, and technical writing skills.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with mine closure, reclamation, environmental permitting, cost estimating, or other mining-related projects.
  • Knowledge of Alaska mining regulations, federal environmental permitting programs and regulatory agency coordination.
  • Professional registration (PE, PG, PMP, or similar credential) and consulting experience.

SRK Consulting is an equal opportunity employer, including vets and disabilities.
In return for considering a future with us, we offer:
  • An attractive compensation package.
  • Diversity of projects and clients within a non-hierarchical consultancy environment.
  • Opportunity to purchase shares in the company; the SRK Group is an independent group, owned by its employees.

Applicants should respond by submitting their CV online by clicking the button below. The candidates under consideration will be contacted directly, no phone calls please.