ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Mine Planning Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Mariana Minerals

Mine Planner

Houston, TX · On-site

$140K - $175K/yr

In this role, you will own long-range mine planning and multi-pit optimization efforts, setting the technical and analytical foundation for capital allocation, project prioritization, and development ...

Magris Talc

Mine Planning Engineer

Englewood, CO · On-site

$82K - $103K/yr

The Mine Planning Engineer will develop and maintain short to medium-term mine plans for Magris Talc's Eastern Mining operations; the Argonaut Mine in Vermont, and the Penhorwood Mine in Ontario, CAN ...

P&C Recruiting and HR

UT

$110K - $140K/yr

Summary/Objective The Mine Planning Engineer will develop and optimize from short-term to long-term mine plans to ensure the efficient and sustainable extraction of high-quality copper ore ...

Magris Talc

Mine Planning Engineer

Cameron, MT · On-site

$82K - $103K/yr

The Mine Planning Engineer will develop and maintain short to medium-term mine plans for Magris Talc's Eastern Mining operations; the Argonaut Mine in Vermont, and the Penhorwood Mine in Ontario, CAN ...

EJS Group, LLC

Mine Planning Engineer

Tangent, OR

$120K/yr

Gather and Utilize Mine Planning Data: Gather and utilize geologic mapping, drill data, hydrologic information, quality testing results, topography, aerial photography, survey data, sales forecasts ...

Jerritt Canyon

Sr. Mine Planning Engineer

Elko, NV · On-site

Lead and support underground mine planning activities, including design, sequencing, scheduling, and optimization of mining operations. * Partner with the Operations and Geology teams to develop ...

Rogers Group

Division Mine Planner

Nashville, TN

Mine Planning and Resource Management * Develop and maintain short term and long term mine plans for aggregate operations. * Create pit designs, stripping plans, reclamation plans, reserve estimates ...

Jerritt Canyon

Sr. Mine Planning Engineer

Elko, NV · On-site

Lead and support underground mine planning activities, including design, sequencing, scheduling, and optimization of mining operations. * Partner with the Operations and Geology teams to develop ...

Rogers Group

Division Mine Planner

Nashville, TN

Mine Planning and Resource Management * Develop and maintain short term and long term mine plans for aggregate operations. * Create pit designs, stripping plans, reclamation plans, reserve estimates ...

Rogers Group

Division Mine Planner

Nashville, TN · On-site

Mine Planning and Resource Management * Develop and maintain short term and long term mine plans for aggregate operations. * Create pit designs, stripping plans, reclamation plans, reserve estimates ...

Imerys

Mine Manager

Quincy, WA

The Mine Manager follows long term mine planning guidance, establishes short to medium term mine plans as a support mechanism, assures consistent ore balance and maintains mining, quality and ...

next page

Showing results 1-20

All JobsMine Planning Jobs

Mine Planning information

See salary details

$56.5K

$97.8K

$168.5K

How much do mine planning jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for mine planning in the United States is $97,771.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $74,500.00 and $112,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Mine Planning job?

A Mine Planning job involves designing and optimizing the extraction of mineral resources to maximize efficiency, safety, and profitability. Professionals in this role develop short-term and long-term plans, considering factors such as geology, equipment, costs, and environmental impact. They use specialized software and data analysis to create detailed models and schedules for mining operations. Mine planners collaborate with engineers, geologists, and operations teams to ensure sustainable and efficient resource extraction.

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

To excel in Mine Planning, a strong background in mining engineering, geology, and resource estimation, typically with a degree in a relevant field, is required. Expertise in mine planning software (such as Surpac, MineSight, or Datamine), CAD tools, and knowledge of safety and regulatory standards are vital for technical success. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and effective communication enable collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and management. These capabilities ensure the creation of safe, efficient, and cost-effective mine plans critical to a mining operation’s profitability and safety.

What are the typical daily tasks and responsibilities of someone working in Mine Planning?

As a Mine Planning professional, your daily tasks typically involve developing and updating short- and long-term mine plans, analyzing geological data, and optimizing extraction methods for maximum efficiency and safety. You'll collaborate closely with geologists, mining engineers, and production teams to coordinate schedules and resources. Regular responsibilities also include reviewing operational data, ensuring compliance with environmental and safety regulations, and supporting budgeting and forecasting activities. This role balances time in the office using specialized software with occasional site visits to ensure plans are practical and achievable in the field.

More about Mine Planning jobs
What cities are hiring for Mine Planning jobs? Cities with the most Mine Planning job openings:
What are the most commonly searched types of Mine Planning jobs? The most popular types of Mine Planning jobs are:
What states have the most Mine Planning jobs? States with the most job openings for Mine Planning jobs include:
What job categories do people searching Mine Planning jobs look for? The top searched job categories for Mine Planning jobs are:
Mine Planning jobs near you
Infographic showing various Mine Planning job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 98% Full Time, 1% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $97,771 per year, or $47 per hour.

Mine Planner

Mariana Minerals

Houston, TX • On-site

$140K - $175K/yr

Full-time

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

About Mariana Minerals
Mariana Minerals is a software-first, vertically integrated minerals company on a mission to supply the critical minerals powering modern energy, AI, and defense technologies. We're reimagining the minerals supply chain by combining deep industry expertise with advanced software, automation, and data-driven decision-making.
The Role
Mariana Minerals is looking for a highly motivated Senioe Mine Planner to lead strategic mine planning, opportunity evaluation, and long-range optimization across the company's portfolio of mining projects. This role is responsible for defining how mines are evaluated, designed, sequenced, and optimized-from early-stage concept evaluation through life-of-mine planning.
In this role, you will own long-range mine planning and multi-pit optimization efforts, setting the technical and analytical foundation for capital allocation, project prioritization, and development strategy. You will establish company-wide standards and best practices for short-, medium-, and long-term mine planning, ensuring consistency, rigor, and decision-quality across all assets.
This is a senior technical leadership role that sits at the intersection of geology, mine engineering, economics, and corporate strategy. You will influence what projects get built, how they are sequenced, and how value is maximized over time.
What You'll Do
Strategic Opportunity Evaluation
  • Lead technical mine planning input for project screening, opportunity evaluation, and portfolio-level decision making
  • Develop high-level mine concepts, production profiles, and sequencing options to support investment, acquisition, and development decisions
  • Partner with geology, metallurgy, and commercial teams to evaluate trade-offs between scale, timing, risk, and value

Long-Range Mine Planning & Optimization
  • Own and develop long-range (LOM) mine plans that maximize NPV, operational flexibility, and strategic optionality
  • Perform multi-pit optimization, phase sequencing, and cutback strategy development across complex deposits
  • Evaluate alternative development strategies, mining rates, and sequencing scenarios to support robust decision making

Enterprise Planning Standards & Governance
  • Define and maintain company-wide standards, methodologies, and assumptions for short-, medium-, and long-term mine planning
  • Establish consistent approaches to mine design, scheduling, economic evaluation, and scenario analysis across all projects
  • Review and challenge mine plans produced by internal teams and external consultants to ensure technical rigor and alignment with company standards

Cross-Functional Integration
  • Work closely with geology, geotechnical, processing, infrastructure, and operations teams to ensure mine plans are fully integrated and technically sound
  • Translate long-range strategic plans into clear planning frameworks that downstream engineering and operations teams can execute against
  • Serve as the technical authority for mine planning decisions across the organization

Technical Leadership & Capability Building
  • Mentor and guide mine planners and engineers across the company, raising the overall quality and consistency of planning work
  • Contribute to the development of internal tools, templates, and workflows that improve planning efficiency and decision quality
  • Stay current on industry best practices, software, and optimization techniques, bringing new ideas into the organization

Desired Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or a closely related field (Master's preferred)
  • 5+ years of mine planning experience, with a strong emphasis on long-range planning, optimization, and strategic evaluation
  • Demonstrated expertise in pit optimization, phase design, sequencing, and economic trade-off analysis
  • Strong proficiency with modern mine planning and optimization tools (e.g., Deswik, Whittle, Vulcan, MinePlan, Leapfrog)
  • Experience evaluating complex, multi-pit or multi-deposit mining projects
  • Ability to think at both the technical and strategic level, connecting mine plans to capital decisions and long-term value creation
  • Strong communication skills and confidence operating as a senior technical authority
  • Experience working in fast-moving, project-driven or greenfield environments
  • Experience supporting early-stage studies (conceptual, PEA, PFS, FS) and corporate-level project evaluations
  • Professional Engineer (P.Eng or equivalent), or eligibility
Our culture is built on three principles:
Extreme Ownership - We take full responsibility for outcomes, relentlessly driving toward solutions.
Engineer Out Requirements, then Automate - We simplify, optimize, and then automate for scale.
Share Your Legos - We collaborate openly, share knowledge, and empower each other to build bigger, better solutions.
Join us as we build the future of responsible mineral sourcing and supply.

Apply