Description
The Gold Bar Mine is located within the Battle Mountain-Eureka-Cortez gold trend of Eureka County, Central Nevada. The property has seen historic mining from 1990 to 1994 by Atlas Precious Metals Inc. The nearest mine is Waterton Global’s Ruby Hill Mine approximately 25 miles to the Southeast. Starting from 50 miles North and Northwest of Gold Bar is the Barrick Nevada operation, with a 2017 cumulative production of 2.3 million ounces of gold from its Cortez and Gold strike mines.
Job Description
As a Junior Mining Engineer, you will support the mining engineering team in optimizing extraction processes and ensuring operational efficiency. You will work under the guidance of senior engineers to gain hands-on experience and contribute to various projects.
Some of the day-to-day responsibilities include:
• Assist in planning and designing mining operations, including surface and underground mine layouts.
• Conduct geological and technical assessments to inform decisionmaking processes.
• Participate in site visits to gather data and monitor ongoing operations.
• Support the development of project reports and technical documentation.
• Utilize engineering software to model mining scenarios and assess their feasibility.
• Collaborate with crossfunctional teams to ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
Qualifications
An ideal candidate will have conducted operational and technical roles within a best-in-class mining organization.
• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or a related field.
• Basic understanding of mining processes and engineering principles.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and familiarity with mining software (e.g., AutoCAD, Deswik).
• Ability to perform field work in natural and uneven terrain; walking, bending, reaching, lifting and moving gear or equipment
• Ability to work at high elevation
Working Conditions
• Climbing Ladders/Stairs
• Long periods of standing
• Walking over uneven ground
• Hiking in adverse weather conditions; heat, cold, wind, snow.
• Moderate to Heavy repetitive lifting to 50 lbs.
• Repetitive motion Bending, stooping, kneeling, and standing for long periods of time
• Noise Exposure/Dust Exposure
• PPE required, respirator must be worn to perform specific tasks
• Prolonged exposure to weather conditions (Hot, Cold, Windy, Dusty) Working at high elevations.
Benefits/Culture
Benefits
Here at McEwen Mining Inc. our employees are what keep our business going. Part of how we keep our employees going is by offering some of the best benefits in the industry. Some of them are outlined below:
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401k with company match