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Wood Plc

Senior Mining Engineer

Sandy, UT · On-site +1

$99.40K - $136.40K/yr

Wood currently has an opportunity for a Senior Mining Engineer to join our Mining Consulting group in North America. This position requires strong technical, managerial and business leadership skills.

Stantec

Senior Mining Consultant

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

Your Opportunity We are currently seeking a Senior Mining Consultant to join the mining team in any of our West or South West office locations. Your Key Responsibilities * Provide technical guidance ...

Stantec

Senior Mining Consultant

North Salt Lake, UT · On-site

Your Opportunity We are currently seeking a Senior Mining Consultant to join the mining team in any of our West or South West office locations. Your Key Responsibilities * Provide technical guidance ...

Stantec

Senior Mining Consultant

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

Your Opportunity We are currently seeking a Senior Mining Consultant to join the mining team in any of our West or South West office locations. Your Key Responsibilities * Provide technical guidance ...

SRK Consulting

Mining/Ventilation Engineer

Reno, NV · On-site

SRK Consulting is an independent, international consulting practice, providing globally integrated consulting services to the international mining and metals sector. We are seeking a Mining ...

SLR Consulting Limited

Mining Engineer

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site +1

$90K - $110K/yr

We are SLR Consulting (US), a coast-to-coast team of 500+ advisory, environmental/engineering, and ... As our new Mining Engineer , you will play an important role on a team whose work is essential to ...

Careers at Teichert

Mining Engineer

Sacramento, CA

Consultants, vendors, and state, local, and federal agencies Internal Clients: * Teichert Materials ... A Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Engineering-Mining, Geological Engineering or Civil ...

Teichert

Mining Engineer

Sacramento, CA · On-site

Consultants, vendors, and state, local, and federal agencies Internal Clients: * Teichert Materials ... A Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Engineering-Mining, Geological Engineering or Civil ...

Spgi

Principal Consultant - Critical Minerals

Boston, MA · On-site

$100K/yr

Extensive experience in metals & mining consulting or direct mining company experience (in an geology role, operational role, strategy role, finance role). * Chemical, mining, mineral economics or ...

Calderys

Mining Engineer II

Fulton, MO

The Mining Engineer II requires two (2) - four (4) years of experience with environmental consulting, mining and/or geology. Physical and Environmental Requirements * Physical Activity: Requires more ...

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How much do mining consulting jobs pay per hour?

As of May 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for mining consulting in the United States is $26.84, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.32 and $29.81 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Mining Consultant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Mining Consultant, you need a strong background in geology, mining engineering, or related fields, often supported by relevant degrees and industry experience. Proficiency with mining software such as Surpac, MineSight, or AutoCAD, and certifications like Professional Engineer (PE) or Chartered Professional (CP) are typically required. Exceptional analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are vital soft skills in this role. These skills enable consultants to deliver actionable insights, ensure regulatory compliance, and support client decision-making in complex mining projects.

What are the typical challenges faced by mining consultants when working with clients in remote locations?

Mining consultants often work on projects in remote areas where access to reliable infrastructure, data, and communication can be limited. This requires adaptability, creative problem-solving, and strong organizational skills to coordinate site visits, manage logistics, and maintain effective communication with both the client and the consulting team. Additionally, consultants must frequently navigate varying regulatory requirements and cultural considerations depending on the region, which makes flexibility and up-to-date industry knowledge crucial for success.

What is mining consulting?

Mining consulting is a professional service provided by experts who advise mining companies on various aspects of the mining industry. This can include exploration, project development, environmental compliance, safety management, operations optimization, and sustainability practices. Mining consultants help clients make informed decisions, improve efficiency, reduce risks, and comply with regulations throughout the lifecycle of a mining project. They often have backgrounds in geology, engineering, environmental science, or business management.

What is the difference between Mining Consulting vs Mining Engineer?

AspectMining ConsultingMining Engineer
Required CredentialsDegree in mining engineering, geology, or related field; certifications like PMP or PMP-equivalentDegree in mining engineering; professional engineering license often preferred
Work EnvironmentOffice-based, site visits, project managementFieldwork at mining sites, design, and operational planning
Employer & Industry UsageConsulting firms, mining companies, engineering firmsMining companies, construction firms, resource extraction industries
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding consulting roles in mining projectsDesigning and managing mining operations

Mining Consulting involves providing expert advice, project management, and strategic planning for mining projects, often working with multiple clients. Mining Engineers focus on designing, developing, and managing mining operations directly at extraction sites. While both roles require a background in mining engineering and related certifications, consulting emphasizes advisory and project oversight, whereas engineering emphasizes operational design and execution.

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Senior Mining Engineer

Senior Mining Engineer

Wood Plc

Sandy, UT • On-site, Remote

$99.40K - $136.40K/yr

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Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Overview / Responsibilities

Wood serves many of the world leaders in the mining industry. The company maintains mining offices across Canada, the USA and Australia, as well as in Santiago, Chile; Lima, Peru; and Johannesburg, South Africa.

Wood currently has an opportunity for a Senior Mining Engineer to join our Mining Consulting group in North America. This position requires strong technical, managerial and business leadership skills. The candidate shall be comfortable working in a multi-disciplinary environment providing engineering expertise in the matters of open pit metal operations, with operations and engineering roles of increasing responsibility in the mining and consulting industry.

If you have a successful track record and thrive on challenges in a fast-paced environment, this is the opportunity for you.

Responsibilities:

  • Providing technical execution skills for a diverse mining engineering team ranging from junior to principal level staff
  • Develop mine designs, strategic mine planning and scheduling, and delivering technical study reports
  • Development of capital and operating cost estimates for mining project and studies;
  • Providing specialist technical input, leadership and management on multi-disciplinary studies and projects including as mining lead on consulting studies
  • Act as senior peer review on consulting studies performed by others
  • Ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget and in accordance with Wood standards
  • Managing interactions between consulting, engineering and client teams
  • Ability to secure consulting work by establishing and maintaining client relationships and developing business leads and work opportunities
  • Soliciting work and preparing proposals and bids for all levels of studies and engineering projects
  • Supporting continuous development of company cost and design databases
  • Scope definition, budget and proposal preparation for mining consulting projects.
  • Actively supporting business development activities through participation in conferences, direct business development activities and strategic client relationship management
  • Ensuring compliance with company health and safety policies, project management and commercial procedures
Skills / Qualifications
  • Undergraduate or graduate degree in Mining Engineering
  • Professional Engineering membership in the province of British Columbia or other Canadian or USA jurisdiction
  • A minimum of 10-15 years' experience of combined mining industry experience in operations and engineering consulting industry
  • Qualified person (QP) for underground and/or open pit mining studies
  • Familiarity with mine planning software systems such as Vulcan, MineSight, HaulSim, Deswik, Surpac/MineSched, MinePlan, VentSim
  • Capable of utilizing industry knowledge to develop mine designs and production plans
  • Knowledge of industry standards in mineral resource and mineral reserve estimation (such as JORC, CIM or SME guidelines) and compliance with public disclosure regulations
  • Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated leadership skills in the management of technical people and advanced projects
  • Willingness to travel both domestically and internationally, for varying durations and at times to remote locations
  • Strong network with mining clients is considered a strong asset
  • Authorization to work lawfully in Canada or USA without sponsorship from Wood is required
Company Overview

Wood is a global leader in engineering and consultancy across energy and the built environment, helping to unlock solutions to some of the world's most critical challenges. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in more than 60 countries, employing around 40,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

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