Mining Engineer - United States

Working with AMPS

AMPS is a mining engineering, mine surveying and geology consultancy specializing in operational support, both onsite and remotely. Established in Australia 15 years ago, AMPS has built a strong reputation in the industry and is now expanding rapidly across the United States and Canada.

Joining AMPS offers an exciting opportunity to gain exposure to an international consultancy, bringing global operational best practices and a diverse perspective directly to North American mining operations. AMPS employees have the opportunity for future work and career development in Australia and around the globe.

AMPS invests considerable effort in the success of our people through selection of assignments, pre-deployment training, and career development.

Our on-site staff are supported by their team leaders and a network of their peers. When we are with our clients, we are committed to delivering great technical work, we communicate clearly, help others, and add value to every client.

Our mission at AMPS is to improve professional capabilities in the resources industry for positive and lasting change.

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The Role

We are currently seeking a Mining Engineer to support Mining Operations, with a focus on underground planning and production. This role will be based in the United States, with a preference for candidates located in or around Salt Lake City, Utah, or Seattle, Washington. Other US locations may be considered for the right candidate. The position offers the opportunity to work with leading North American mining operations, with potential opportunities to support projects across Canada, and Australia in the future.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist clients with on-site production engineering requirements
• Assist clients with on-site short-to-medium-term planning & scheduling requirements
• Complete various development designs as required
• Assist in developing & implementing systems and processes to various mining operations
• Complete stope design & optimisation work
• Complete D&B design or planning work remotely
• Assist AMPS Senior Consultants with Client technical department optimisations & system implementations

Why AMPS?

• Local Presence, global Reach: Work for a respected consultancy with strong global roots while building your career in the United States.
• Roster: Work a favorable FIFO roster.
• Career flexibility: Potential opportunities to work in Canada, Australia or on international projects as the role evolves.
• Professional growth: Access to learning and development programs and technical support from the global AMPS engineering team.
• Competitive package: An attractive salary and incentive package, including recognition and reward incentives.

About You

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in mining engineering
• Experience: 2–5+ years of mining engineering roles in production or planning based roles
• Technical Skills: Strong understanding of Drill & Blast, mine planning concepts and operational performance of underground mines
• Proficient in Deswik CAD packages. Drill and Blast and scheduler considered an asset
• Mine scheduling experience considered an asset
• Communication: Clear written and verbal communication skills with well-developed interpersonal skills.
• Safety & Quality: A strong commitment to quality and safety in the workplace.
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• Requirements: You will be required to complete a full medical.

Diversity and Inclusion

We welcome and support all applicants, including those identifying as LGBTIQ+, mature workers, and people from diverse cultural and religious backgrounds.

Take the next step in your career with AMPS.