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McEwen Mining Inc

Jr. Mine Engineer

Eureka, NV · On-site

$85K/yr

The Junior Mine Engineer is responsible for supporting the safe, efficient, and cost-effective execution of the open pit mine plan through the development and management of short-range planning ...

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Key Responsibilities · Develop and execute short-range mine plans aligned with weekly, monthly ... open pit mine planning experience. · Experience with mine planning software such as Deswik ...

McEwen Mining Inc

Jr. Mine Engineer

Eureka, NV · On-site

The Junior Mine Engineer is responsible for supporting the safe, efficient, and cost-effective execution of the open pit mine plan through the development and management of short-range planning ...

P&C Recruiting and HR

$114K - $124K/yr

Key Responsibilities · Develop and execute short-range mine plans aligned with weekly, monthly ... open pit mine planning experience. · Experience with mine planning software such as Deswik ...

Excelsior Mining, Inc.

Surveyor (Mine)

Dragoon, AZ · On-site +1

Conducting open pit mine surveys to gather information. * Use of drones to conduct surveys. * Developing and maintaining detailed maps of the mine to track changes and identify areas for improvement

Hycroft Mining Holding Corporation

The Senior Mine Engineer is responsible for providing technical leadership and oversight of open pit mine planning, engineering, and surveying functions at the Hycroft mine site. This role ensures ...

SSR Mining Inc.

Mine Manager

Nevada, IA · On-site

The Mine Manager leads a team of 380+ to operate a medium sized Open Pit Mine including Mine Operations and Mine Maintenance.**Key Areas of Responsibilities & Duties:****Mine Leadership*** Provide ...

SSR Mining, Inc.

Mine Manager

Valmy, NV · On-site

The Mine Manager leads a team of 380+ to operate a medium sized Open Pit Mine including Mine Operations and Mine Maintenance. Key Areas of Responsibilities & Duties: Mine Leadership * Provide ...

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How much do open pit mine jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for open pit mine in the United States is $67,007.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $76,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an open pit mine?

An Open Pit Mine job involves working in surface mining operations where minerals, rocks, or other valuable materials are extracted from an open excavation. Workers may operate heavy machinery, conduct drilling and blasting, oversee safety procedures, or manage transportation of materials. These jobs require technical skills, physical endurance, and adherence to strict safety regulations. Positions can range from equipment operators and engineers to geologists and safety inspectors.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in an open pit mine role?

To excel as an open pit mine worker, you need strong knowledge of mining operations, equipment handling, and workplace safety procedures, usually gained through on-the-job training or vocational programs. Familiarity with heavy machinery like haul trucks, loaders, and excavators, as well as safety certifications such as MSHA (Mine Safety and Health Administration) certification, are often required. Attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment are valuable soft skills. These capabilities are essential to ensure safe, efficient, and productive mining operations within the unique challenges of an open pit setting.

What are the typical work conditions and team dynamics in an open pit mine role?

Open pit mine workers often operate outdoors in varied weather conditions and may be required to work in rotating shifts, including nights and weekends. The role is physically demanding and involves close collaboration with equipment operators, engineers, safety personnel, and other crew members to meet production goals and maintain a safe work environment. Team communication is essential for coordinating equipment movement and responding to changing conditions onsite. While safety is a top priority, open pit mines also present opportunities to learn new skills and advance into supervisory or specialized technical positions with experience.

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Infographic showing various Open Pit Mine job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $67,007 per year, or $32.2 per hour.

Jr. Mine Engineer

Eureka, NV • On-site

McEwen Mining Inc
201 - 500 employees
Learn more about McEwen Mining Incexternal

$85K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Position Overview:

The Junior Mine Engineer is responsible for supporting the safe, efficient, and cost-effective execution of the open pit mine plan through the development and management of short-range planning activities. This role works closely with Operations, Geology, Survey, and Technical Services to translate strategic mine plans into practical daily, weekly, and monthly mining schedules. The successful candidate will utilize Deswik as the primary mine planning and scheduling software.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and maintain daily, weekly, and monthly mine plans.
  • Create detailed mining schedules and sequences.
  • Generate production forecasts and communicate mining priorities.
  • Monitor mining progress against plan and recommend corrective actions.
  • Develop detailed open pit mine designs using Deswik.
  • Design pit phases, cuts, pushbacks, haul roads, dumps, and stockpiles.
  • Complete production reconciliation and variance analysis.
  • Collaborate with Geology and Survey to maintain accurate plans.
  • Support budgeting, forecasting, and mediumrange planning.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives.
    • Qualifications:
  • Required
  • Bachelor's Degree in Mining Engineering or related discipline.
  • 35 years of open pit mining experience.
  • Experience in shortrange mine planning and mine design.
  • Proficiency with Deswik CAD, Deswik Scheduler, and related tools.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Preferred
  • Experience in precious metals open pit operations.
  • Experience with mediumrange planning and budget support.
  • Familiarity with Vulcan, Leapfrog, Power BI, or related software.
  • EIT certification or progress toward PE licensure.
    • Performance Measures:
  • Compliance with weekly and monthly mine plans.
  • Achievement of ore and waste production targets.
  • Accuracy and practicality of mine designs and schedules.
  • Quality and timeliness of engineering deliverables.
    • Reporting Relationships:Reports To:
  • Senior Mine Engineer or Mine Planning Superintendent
    • Works Closely With:
  • Operations Superintendents
  • Mine supervisors
  • Geologists
  • Surveyors
  • Geotechnical Engineers
  • Technical Services Team
    • Benefits/Culture:
  • At McEwen Mining, our employees are key to our success. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) / Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • ShortTerm and LongTerm Disability
  • Life Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
  • Opportunities for professional development and career growth

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