Senior Mining Engineer

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Senior Mining Engineer

JDS Energy and Mining

Location

Vancouver, BC, Canada

Experience

Senior

Posted

Jul 30, 2026

Apply by

August 28, 2026

Applicants

0

Early applicantEasy applyFull-timeWork from Office

Job Description

Senior Mining Engineer The Senior Mining Engineer will support Project Managers by completing open pit and underground mine engineering, design, planning, and operating and capital cost estimation. The Senior Mining Engineer will be assigned to a multitude of projects, including technical studies ranging from desktop studies to NI 43-101 compliant technical reports, technical project and due diligence reviews, and operational assistance. Promote and adhere to the JDS Way: - Accept No Mediocrity - Conduct Business Professionally, Ethically, and Practically - Be True to Our Word - Uphold the Highest Standard of Leadership, Teamwork, and Accountability - Maintain Open and Honest Communication both internally and with customers - Ensure No Harm to People, Environment, Assets, or Reputation Key Responsibilities - Provide senior-level mining engineering and design services for underground and open pit mine studies, including scoping, prefeasibility, feasibility, detailed design, and NI 43-101 technical reports - Prepare mining equipment specifications and assist with mining equipment procurement - Prepare technical specifications based on input received from other disciplines - Prepare and contribute to technical memos and reports within areas of expertise - Prepare detailed mining CAPEX and OPEX cost estimates - Design mine infrastructure, ventilation systems, backfill systems, and mining services - Lead and mentor junior engineering staff - Present and communicate findings in a concise manner to a wide range of audiences and clients - Self-reliant and adaptable to change - Creative and innovative in providing solutions - Strong communication and interpersonal skills - Ability to make quality decisions

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide senior-level mining engineering and design services for underground and open pit mine studies
  • Prepare NI 43-101 compliant technical reports and feasibility studies
  • Prepare detailed mining CAPEX and OPEX cost estimates
  • Design mine infrastructure, ventilation systems, and backfill systems
  • Prepare mining equipment specifications and assist with procurement
  • Lead and mentor junior engineering staff
  • Present findings to clients and internal stakeholders

Skills Required

Open pit mine engineeringUnderground mine engineeringMine designFeasibility studiesNI 43-101 complianceCAPEX estimationOPEX estimationVentilation systems designBackfill systems designLeadershipMentoringCommunicationInterpersonal skillsDecision makingAdaptabilityInnovationEthical conduct

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