Principal Mining Engineer Jobs in Arizona (NOW HIRING)

WHAT WE OFFER

Your journey with Capstone Copper starts here. At Capstone, our people are the heart of our organization. We are focused on growth and are committed to unlocking the full potential of ourselves, our teams and our resources. We invest in our people to develop a skilled and engaged workforce, not only for today, but for the future. If you are looking for a purposeful, performance-driven and dynamic work environment, join us!

Pinto Valley is an open-pit copper mine located at the west end of the historic Globe-Miami mining district of central Arizona, approximately 80 miles east of Phoenix. Pinto Valley has been in operation since 1972 and has produced more than four billion pounds of copper. Acquired by Capstone from BHP in 2013, the mine is fully permitted through 2039 and a study is underway to potentially extend the mine life through 2050.

Our proximity to the Greater Phoenix metro area provides prospective employees with the option to live in communities such as Mesa, Apache Junction, Gilbert, Chandler, San Tan Valley, or Florence. Our location offers a unique work-life balance, blending the rewarding opportunities of the mining industry with easy access to the vibrant energy of Downtown Phoenix, making it an ideal choice for both individuals and their families.

Capstone employees are eligible for an extensive total rewards package, designed to support your physical, mental, financial, and emotional well-being. This package includes, but is not limited to:

• 401(k) Savings Plan – Eligible from day one, contribute up to 30% of your salary with a dollar-for-dollar company match up to 6%, fully vested immediately.
• Retirement Boost – The company contributes 8.5% of your salary, increasing to 14.2% after reaching the Social Security wage base, with 100% immediate vesting.
• Employee Share Purchase Plan – After three months, contribute 2% to 7% of your salary (max $5,000/year) to buy company shares, with a 50% company match, fully vested upon grant.
• Annual Short Term Incentive Bonus
• Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits (effective on start date), including Telehealth options and additional supplemental insurances
• Disability and Life Insurance (effective on start date)
• Paid time-off, including vacation, holidays, sick leave, and parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Internal progression opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Discounted insurance plans for pets, automobiles and homes
• Additional Potential Benefits:

POSITION PURPOSE

The Construction Coordinator will monitor and control the execution of the projects defined and managed through the Assets & Engineering Department. The Construction Coordinator will assist in developing work scopes and schedules and ensure quotations match expectations of work. Construction Coordinators will audit and evaluate work being done on Projects by internal work force, contractors, vendors, and ensure the work they perform meets or exceeds expectations. They will also assists in the selection of new vendors and works closely with other departments to understand requirements and ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and company policies.

REPORTING TO:

Principal Advisor – Civil Projects

COLLABORATING WITH

(Key Departments, External Groups):

Internal

• Principal Advisor – Civil Projects
• Project Engineer
• Internal Work Force, Contractor user departments, ie, mine, tailings, HSEC, etc.
• Business Services – Supply

External

• Tailings Construction Contractor
• QC Contractor
• Vendors

PEOPLE REPORTING TO THIS POSITION

None

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

This role is generally 80% field environment and 20% office environment.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Exemplify the Capstone Copper Values in all efforts and interactions while working in compliance with all MSHA safety guidelines and Pinto Valley Mine policies and procedures.
• Ensure that you are certified to execute the tasks / jobs assigned.
• Coordinate with other departments contractor performance expectations.
• Promote culture for continuous improvement.
• Establish and meet aggressive timelines for project readiness and completion.
• Provide customers with regular communications including progress updates and issue resolutions.
• Ensure safe and efficient execution of assigned projects.
• Coordinate communications between Project Teams, HSEC, Construction Contractor to ensure compliance with all project documents and standards.
• Responsible for but not limited to all tasks/duties assigned or required.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

(Required, Preferred)

Required:

• Intermediate computer skills (MS Office Suite).
• Valid drivers license.
• Able to speak, comprehend, read, and write English.
• Ability to read and understand construction drawings, scopes of work, and quality control.

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or related field.

YEARS OF RELEVANT EXPERIENCE:

(Required, Preferred)

Required:

• 5+ years of experience in related field construction such as large civil earth moving projects, mine execution, dam construction.
• Construction Management, Project Management and/or Safety

Preferred:

• 7+ years in Construction, Mine execution, or Project Management

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES (KSA):

• Construction minded, forward thinking individual that can identify potential bottlenecks in the project schedule.
• Excellent record keeping and organizational skills.
• Strong planning and scheduling skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Knowledge of Safety and Quality standards.
• Training and demonstrated expertise in the execution of the Engineering System for Management.
• Knowledge of the Contracting Process and controls established by the Supply organization.