Peabody Energy · 7 hours ago
Mgr Engineering & Environmental
Jefferson County, AL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expPeabody Energy is a leading coal producer providing essential products for affordable and reliable energy and steel. The Manager Engineering & Environmental will oversee Technical Services and Engineering personnel, ensuring compliance with mining regulations while managing engineering and environmental surveying at the Shoal Creek Mine.
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Responsibilities
Manages Technical Services / Engineering personnel and performs mine engineering & environmental surveying to insure accurate and proper procedures and measures are being utilized to control, monitor, record and report actual production, cost and performance data for all mining and reclamation activities at the mine
Responsible for ensuring that accurate production and operating reports are compiled and submitted within the prescribed time limits to Mine Management and the Corporate Office
Coordinates with Mine Management in the planning and projection of short-term mining plans and reclamation operations and submits projected production plans as requested
Manages and provides input for the development of long-term mining plans and the mining/reclamation regulatory approvals needed for implementation
Provides engineering assistance to Mine Management in the planning, layout and construction of the mine infrastructure including slopes and/or shafts, roof control, ventilation systems, haul roads, drainage systems, electrical power distribution systems, erosion control structures, and reclamation post-mining land use areas
Reviews mining and reclamation operations and make recommendations to Mine Management and/or develop plans that would decrease operating costs or improve operating efficiency
Manages, reviews and monitors all mining and reclamation activities to ensure compliance with State and Federal mining and reclamation laws and permits
Coordinates with Mine Management in evaluating, developing and completing projects required to rectify any compliance problems found during regulatory agency's inspection
Act as Company's representative during inspections conducted by State and Federal reclamation inspectors on both surface and underground areas as needed
Ability to use a personal computer and applicable software to adequately model various systems at the mine for use in problem solving and the development of projects, production and cost analysis reports
Provide technical assistance in project evaluations, proposed changes, testing and/or development for improved performance, efficiency and safety at the operation
Coordinates and inspects construction projects performed by either mine personnel or outside contractors to ensure compliance with design plans or contract provisions
Monitor employee work performance and take necessary corrective action consistent with company policy
Provide technical assistance and support to other departments as needed to contribute to the overall success of the operation
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Mining Engineering with Environmental background
Proficient with AutoCAD, SurvCADD, COGO, Ventilation Modelling software (VnetPC or Ventsim), Belt Analyst, SMCRA, HAZWOPER, and Microsoft Office is required
Solid comprehension of capital cost estimating, project cost control, and schedule management
Minimum of 5-10 years of coal mining experience in underground and surface mine engineering
Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of management in both oral and written formats
Strong working knowledge and experience in State and Federal mining, environmental and air quality regulations
Prior supervisory experience
Experience with Coal Refuse disposal, Impoundments and Dam Engineering and Construction
Must have the ability to stand for prolonged periods of time on uneven, rocky surfaces
Must have the ability to be seated for up to 4 hours to operate equipment or vehicles
Must have the ability to walk for up to 4 hours at a time
Must have the ability to wear required protective footwear, hearing and eye protection, and other personal protective equipment as required by Company and MSHA
Must have the ability to bend or stoop for a full work period as a result of mine height
Must have the ability to climb up and down stairs/steps and climb on and off equipment and ladders
Must have the ability to perform repetitive hand and wrist motions (push, pull, twist, handle), and have rapid reflex movements of the arms and legs as well as good hand to eye coordination
Must have the ability to lift 25 to 50 pounds on a frequent basis and the ability to occasionally lift items weighing up to 75 pounds
Must have the ability to work in extreme conditions, including but not limited to changing weather conditions, dust, mud, varying levels of noise from low to high decibels, varying degrees of light and dark, in and around artificial light and in a confined work area
Must have the ability to perform office-related tasks which may include prolonged sitting or standing
Must have the ability to move from place to place within an office environment
Must be able to use a computer
Preferred
Advanced Degree in Engineering or Business Administration preferred
Professional Engineering Certification, preferred. Ability to obtain in near future
Experience with Success Factors, SAP, and Kronos a plus
Company
Peabody Energy
Peabody Energy is a coal producer, providing essential products to fuel baseload electricity for emerging and developed countries.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
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$5.72B2024-01-18Post Ipo Debt· $320M
2022-09-19Post Ipo Debt· $81.55M
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Mark Spurbeck
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