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Imerys

Mining Engineer

Andersonville, GA · On-site

The Position Mining Engineer Job Summary The Mining Engineer is responsible for mine planning ... To ensure fairness and legal compliance in our recruitment processes, only applications received ...

Imerys

Mining Engineer

Andersonville, GA

The Position Mining Engineer Job Summary The Mining Engineer is responsible for mine planning ... To ensure fairness and legal compliance in our recruitment processes, only applications received ...

Imerys

Mining Engineer

Sylacauga, AL

The Position Mining Engineer Job Summary Based at our flagship plant just south of Birmingham, AL ... To ensure fairness and legal compliance in our recruitment processes, only applications received ...

Rio Tinto

Engineer - Mining

Boron, CA · On-site

$126K/yr

... and legal concerns. * Our team and industry experts are here to support and work with you to ... We have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and ...

SF Demo - Rio Tinto

Engineer - Mining

Boron, CA · On-site

$126K/yr

... and legal concerns. * Our team and industry experts are here to support and work with you to ... We have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and ...

TXU Energy

Director Real Estate & Land Management

Irving, TX · On-site

$180 - $280/hr

... Mining, Legal, Tax teams • Meet or exceed all annual business objectives (i.e., land sales, surface waiver, etc.) • Meet or beat required timing of acquisitions and other negotiation timelines (i ...

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As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for mining legal in the United States is $66,461.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,000.00 and $92,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Mining Legal?

A Mining Legal job involves providing legal support and guidance on regulatory compliance, contracts, environmental laws, and safety standards within the mining industry. Professionals in this role ensure that mining operations adhere to local, national, and international laws while mitigating legal risks. They may also represent companies in legal disputes, negotiate agreements, and liaise with government agencies.

What does a Mining Legal do?

A typical day for a Mining Legal professional involves reviewing and drafting mining contracts, advising on regulatory compliance, and conducting due diligence for project development or acquisitions. You may interact frequently with government agencies, environmental consultants, and internal project managers to ensure legal requirements are met across all operations. The role also entails monitoring changes in mining laws and regulations, preparing reports, and representing the organization in negotiations or hearings. By collaborating with cross-functional teams, Mining Legal professionals play a vital part in supporting safe, compliant, and profitable mining activities.

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

To thrive in Mining Legal positions, you need a strong understanding of mining law, regulatory compliance, and contract negotiation, typically backed by a law degree and bar admission. Familiarity with legal research databases, document management systems, and mining-specific compliance platforms is often required. Excellent analytical thinking, attention to detail, and persuasive communication skills help you excel in advising mining companies and liaising with regulatory bodies. These skills are crucial for ensuring legal compliance, mitigating risk, and facilitating successful mining operations.

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Mining Engineer

ASGCO Manufacturing, Inc.

Salt Lake City, UT

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 13 hours ago

Job description

Position: Mining Engineer

Location: Flexible (Preferred: Western U.S.) with extensive travel throughout North America

ASGCO Manufacturing, Inc. is seeking an experienced, customer-focused Mining Engineer to serve as the company's technical mining expert supporting major surface and underground mining operations throughout the United States and Canada. This individual will work directly with mine management, engineering teams, maintenance departments, and operations personnel to identify opportunities that improve conveyor system reliability, increase production, reduce maintenance costs, and enhance safety.

The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge of mine operations, crushing and conveying systems, material handling, and mineral processing while acting as a trusted advisor to some of North America's largest mining companies.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Serve as ASGCO's primary mining engineering resource for strategic mining accounts.
  • Develop executive-level relationships with mine managers, corporate engineering teams, maintenance managers, and reliability engineers.
  • Conduct complete conveyor system assessments and identify opportunities for operational improvements.
  • Analyze conveyor performance, belt tracking, spillage, dust generation, carryback, wear patterns, and transfer point efficiency.
  • Recommend engineered solutions utilizing ASGCO's complete product portfolio.
  • Perform Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) on conveyor-related failures.
  • Develop mine-specific reliability improvement plans.
  • Lead conveyor optimization projects from concept through implementation.
  • Assist customers with conveyor design reviews and equipment selection.
  • Work alongside consulting engineering firms and EPC companies during project development.
  • Support installation, commissioning, and startup of major conveyor systems.
  • Deliver technical presentations, lunch-and-learn sessions, and customer training seminars.
  • Represent ASGCO at mining conferences, trade shows, and industry associations.
  • Collaborate with ASGCO's engineering, sales, manufacturing, and product development teams.
  • Identify opportunities for new products based on customer feedback and mining trends.

Knowledge and skills required for the position are:

  • Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering (required).
  • 5+ years of mining engineering experience.
  • Experience with large-scale bulk material handling systems.
  • Strong understanding of conveyor belts, pulleys, idlers, belt cleaners, transfer points, dust control, and belt tracking.
  • Experience in mine planning and production environments.
  • Ability to analyze equipment reliability and maintenance data.
  • Excellent presentation and communication skills.
  • Ability to travel approximately 50-70% throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Opportunities:

ASGCO is an equal-opportunity employer offers a competitive base salary with outstanding commission potential and a progressive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision, life, disability, Legal Shield, 401K (100% match*), paid holidays and vacation as well as, an opportunity for professional growth. 

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of ASGCO Manufacturing Inc.


  • Must be able to successfully pass a post offer drug test and background check
  • ASGCO, Inc promotes a drug/alcohol free work environment using mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going random drug testing.

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