Mine Engineer

Mine Engineer

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Who we are:

Hudbay Minerals Inc. is a vertically integrated mining company that operates mines, concentrators, and metal production facilities. Our vision is of a growing, well managed and consistently profitable company that provides value to our shareholders. Exploration success and continuous improvement in safety, health, environment, and operating performance drive the company’s value. Our employees at every level of the company demonstrate ethics and integrity, take on accountability and achieve success. Strategic planning is a core strength with plan execution enhanced by high levels of understanding and collaboration. Our company strives to build mutual trust and respect with all of our stakeholder groups.

The Copper Mountain mine currently produces approximately 100 million pounds of copper equivalent per year. With a future mill expansion and the integration of New Ingerbelle, the Copper Mountain Mine is expected to produce approximately 140 million pounds of copper equivalent per year over the first 20 years of its 32-year mine life based on reserves. Copper Mountain is committed to the safe, responsible mining of copper, which is vital to powering a clean-energy future.

The Opportunity:

Hudbay Minerals Inc. is seeking a Mine Engineer at our Copper Mountain Mine in Princeton, BC. This position is a 5x2 or 7x7, day shift schedule depending on business needs.

Please note that this opportunity is NOT a fly-in-fly-out position.

Become a Part of Our Team

As we continue to grow Copper Mountain Mine (BC) Ltd., there are many career development opportunities available for motivated and goal-oriented individuals.

Work with us and you will benefit from the mentorship and guidance of experienced team members because we understand that in order to accomplish our goals, we must work as a team and rely on the effort of every team member.

Position

Mine Engineer

Location

Copper Mountain Mine is located near the town of Princeton, British Columbia at the center of the scenic Similkameen Valley. Princeton is a community-oriented town with a diverse offering of activities, especially for those who love the outdoors.  Princeton is also in close proximity to both the city of Vancouver and the Okanagan.

Summary

Reporting to the senior mine engineers, the Mine Engineer supports the safe and efficient operation of Copper Mountain Mine through technical analysis, planning, and engineering support. This role is intended for engineers with relevant mining experience who have obtained, or are in the process of obtaining, their Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation and are capable of independently delivering engineering work within their assigned area.

Depending on business needs and individual experience, the Mine Engineer may be assigned to one or more of the following functional roles:

• Drill & Blast: Develop and optimize blast designs including timing, wall control, powder factor optimization, and fragmentation performance.
• Short Range Planning: Prepare and maintain weekly and monthly mine plans, dig limits, and near-term sequencing to support production targets.
• Long Range Planning: Develop medium- and long-term mine designs, phase development strategies, and production schedules aligned with business objectives.
• Geotechnical Engineering: Support slope design implementation, ground control monitoring, and geotechnical risk management.
• Dispatch Engineering: Support fleet management systems, analyze production data, report KPIs, and identify opportunities for productivity optimization.
• Production Engineering: Conduct operational performance analysis, support continuous improvement initiatives, and lead assigned mine engineering projects.
• Mine Survey: Coordinate with survey team to support surface mapping, volume reconciliation, and data integration for mine planning, production reporting and month end reconciliation.

Responsibilities 

• Ensure engineering work and mine plans comply with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Provide engineering support through mine design, planning, analysis, and field engagement.
• Develop and maintain mine designs, schedules, forecasts, and supporting technical documentation.
• Collaborate with technical and operational teams to support planning, decision-making, and business objectives.
• Perform other duties as required to support the objectives of the Mine Engineering department.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mining or Geotechnical Engineering
• Registered or eligible for registration with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC)
• 3 - 6 years of progressive experience in open pit mining operations or mine engineering roles
• Working knowledge of open pit mining methods, mine planning principles, and production processes.
• Possess a valid Class 5 British Columbia driver’s license and have access to personal transportation

Required Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Experience using industry-standard mine planning, scheduling, or data analysis software (Deswik, Minesight, Surpac etc.)
• Detail and results-oriented with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Strong organizational, prioritization, and time management skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other team members in a positive manner
• Commitment to safety, teamwork, and operational excellence
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

Working Conditions

• Work involves a set work schedule on-site at Copper Mountain Mine and depending on the role and may consist of:
  • 4X3 rotation, 10-hour days.
  • 7X7 rotation – 12 Hours days (Not Camp Position)
• Exposure to conditions associated with a mine site environment including noise, dust, and varying weather conditions.
• Regular office-based computer work.
• Work includes lifting or moving up to 50 lbs
• Work is conducted in a team environment with regularly scheduled and ad-hoc meetings

Rate of Pay

$106,470 - $118,300/ annum.

To Apply

Please submit the posting application directly on our website at hudbayminerals.com/careers

Copper Mountain Mine is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. While we consider all qualified applicants for employment and thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.