Job Description
Job Ttitle: Mining Engineer
Company: CalPortland
Description: Job SummaryThe Mining Engineer will provide technical support to Mojave Quarry Operations and will lead the quarry operations in terms of safety, quality, and efficiency.BenefitsCalPortland is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that provides health and financial support to our most important resources: our employees. Your benefits are an important part of your overall compensation at CalPortland. That’s why we give you a wide range of benefits to choose from.
- low-cost premiums even for family coverage
- Company-paid life/AD&D insurance
- Company-paid short-term disability
- Paid sick/vacation/holiday
- 401k/Company Funded Pension Program (program is dependent upon location and job type)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Additional voluntary benefits
CompensationSalary $80-110k Annually DOEResponsibilities
- Work closely with the Quarry Supervisor and Quarry Manager in technical support of the operation
- Assist in performing mine engineering and mine planning activities to include the following:
- Develop short-range 30/60/90-day Drill & Blast scheduling plans
- Design Drill & Blast patterns and upload to Drill GPS systems
- Perform surveying as required with varying survey equipment e.g. GPS, drone, total station
- Produce blast hole drill assay maps
- Perform Block Model reconciliation from blast hole drill assay rock quality information
- Work with Corporate Mine Engineers to develop and annually revise the one, five, and life of mine plans by using Surpac and MineSched mining softwares
- Learn and administer all company policies and safety procedures to maintain and promote a safe workplace
- Develop an understanding of the cement and aggregate manufacturing process to improve efficient mining methods; also understand changes to the plant’s manufacturing chemistry and how it impacts the mineral requirements and reserves
- Interface with, and assist plant, corporate personnel, and contractors as required
- Work with the environmental division to mining operations compliance with local and federal agencies
- Operate as a commercial drone pilot operate remote drones for aerial survey work
EducationBachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering or related field preferred; degrees such as a degree in Civil Engineering or Geosciences may be acceptable depending on work experience.Requirements/Qualifications
- Must have or willing to acquire FAA Part 107 sUAS drone pilot certification
- Surveying knowledge preferred
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Highly organized self-starter with an eye for detail and able to maintain multiple on-going projects simultaneously
- Flexible attitude with ability to work well in ambiguous, changing situations and able to reprioritize work accordingly
- Excellent interpersonal skills to facilitate positive working relationships with all levels of management and staff
- Able to exercise sound judgment in problem-solving
- Physical requirements: able to walk/hike long distances, stoop, crawl under and into enclosed spaces, and climb on equipment to provide supervision during work
- Able to walk on all types of surfaces (uneven and/or slippery ground), climb stairs, ladders, and stockpiles; may require work in hot or cold climates
Preferred:
- Familiarity with MSHA and OSHA regulations
- Supervisory / Engineering experience in open pit mining
- Experience with open pit drill & blast operations
- Familiarity with Surpac mining software and AutoCAD
Conditions of EmploymentSuccessful candidate must submit to a post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check. Some positions require Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) registration/clearance as well as ongoing alcohol and drug testing.
Salary: $80000 – 110000 per year
Location: Tehachapi, CA
Date: Sun, 03 Aug 2025 07:53:22 GMT
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