Capstone Copper Pinto Valley · 2 months ago
Sr. Mine Engineer
Miami, AZ, US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expCapstone Copper is focused on growth and committed to developing a skilled workforce. The Senior Mine Engineer will lead mine planning efforts, ensuring alignment between daily operations and long-term objectives while promoting safety and continuous improvement in mining practices.
Mining & Metals
Responsibilities
Demonstrate commitment to safety and Capstone’s Values in Action
Safety & Compliance: Ensure mine engineering activities align with Capstone Copper’s safety standards, MSHA regulations, and environmental requirements. Promote a strong safety culture and drive continuous improvement in safe operating practices
Mine Planning & Optimization: Lead the development and execution of short- and mid-range mine plans that support long-term objectives. Coordinate weekly and tactical mine planning with Operations and Technical Services to optimize material movement, blending, and production performance
Design & Scheduling: Develop dump and leach pad designs and manage sequencing to ensure geotechnical stability and environmental compliance. Prepare rolling three-month and annual mine plans, reconcile actuals versus plan, and integrate results into continuous improvement efforts
Performance Monitoring: Develop and track KPIs to monitor production performance, plan compliance, and cost efficiency. Conduct plan-versus-actual reconciliations, analyze variances, and recommend corrective actions to enhance operational effectiveness
Collaboration & Integration: Work closely with Geology, Operations, and Processing to ensure mine plans deliver consistent mill feed and meet production and metal delivery targets. Support life-of-mine forecasting, budgeting, and optimization studies to align operational performance with strategic objectives
Leadership & Development: Mentor and guide junior engineers and technical staff, fostering a culture of technical excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement across the mine engineering function
Take on additional tasks and responsibilities as assigned, demonstrating flexibility and initiative
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or a related field
Minimum 7 years of open-pit mine engineering experience with emphasis on short- and mid-range planning
Strong understanding of drill–blast–load–haul sequences and open-pit production processes
Demonstrated experience collaborating with Mine Operations and Technical Services teams
Proficiency in mine planning software (Deswik and/or MineSight preferred)
Skilled in production forecasting, budgeting, and KPI tracking
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities, including technical reporting
Proven project management and organizational skills; able to manage multiple priorities effectively
Ability to mentor junior engineers and work collaboratively in cross-functional teams
Preferred
Experience in copper mining operations
Familiarity with life-of-mine planning, optimization studies, and cost modeling
Working knowledge of geotechnical, hydrology, and processing interfaces related to mine planning
Benefits
401(k) Savings Plan
Retirement Boost
Employee Share Purchase Plan
Annual Short Term Incentive Bonus
4-day, 10-hour work schedule
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
Relocation assistance available, with additional funds provided to cover tax liabilities
Company
Capstone Copper Pinto Valley
Pinto Valley is a copper-molybdenum open pit mine and the only operating mine located in the historic Globe-Miami mining district of Arizona, one of the oldest and most productive mining districts in the US.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase