Mining Engineer

Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship now or in the future.

All staffing agency inquiries must be directed exclusively to internal recruiter Matt Bachman at matthew.bachman@tutorperini.com. Direct contact from agencies to other employees is not permitted.

Frontier-Kemper, a Tutor Perini Company, is seeking a Mining Engineer to join our office in Evansville, IN.

About Frontier-Kemper

Excellence in Underground and Heavy Civil Construction

At Frontier-Kemper, we specialize in heavy civil construction and underground mine development. We are known for our expertise in the engineering and construction of deep shafts and tunnels of all sizes and complexity. Our FKC-Lake Shore division provides design/build/install services for innovative Hoisting and Vertical Conveyance Systems. Our goal is to be the industry’s best source, and best value, for complete turn-key construction, engineering and design-build services and related products.

Notable public and private sector clients include major transportation authorities in Los Angeles, New York, and Seattle; Gateway Development Commission; public works authorities in New York, Los Angeles, and Vancouver; Federal agencies; and mining clients for gold, copper, potash, salt, and coal.

Extraordinary Projects, Exceptional Performance

DESCRIPTION:

As a Mining Engineer at Frontier-Kemper, you will have the opportunity to provide engineering support for planning, site development, infrastructure design, reclamation, environmental compliance, and construction activities. This position is responsible for developing engineering designs, preparing technical drawings and calculations, supporting field operations, coordinating with regulatory agencies, and ensuring projects are executed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable regulations.

The successful candidate will blend engineering, geological/geotechnical, civil design, and operational expertise to support underground projects throughout planning, engineering, and construction.

• Develop plans and engineering designs.
• Prepare engineering drawings, grading plans, earthwork calculations, and technical reports using Autodesk Civil 3D and other related software.
• Create and maintain 3D surface models, terrain models, drainage plans, and site infrastructure plans.
• Perform cut-and-fill analyses, volume calculations, and earthwork quantity estimates for projects.
• Coordinate engineering activities with operations, including geology/geotechnical, survey, environmental items.
• Process and validate survey, GPS, LiDAR, and drone photogrammetry data for engineering and operational use. Review survey data, coordinates, elevations, and control points to ensure accuracy of engineering designs and models.
• Support permitting and regulatory compliance efforts related to mining, underground construction, and environmental requirements, as required.
• Assist with stormwater management, erosion and sediment control plans, and drainage design, as required.
• Support contractor management, engineering reviews, and construction quality assurance efforts.
• Evaluate engineering submittals, technical reports, specifications, and design recommendations
• Develop and maintain engineering documentation, project schedules, cost estimates, and progress reports.
• Participate in safety initiatives and promote continuous improvement in engineering practices.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geological Sciences, or related technical discipline.
• Minimum 3-5 years of engineering, geology, mine planning, civil design, or infrastructure-related experience.
• Proficiency with Autodesk software or similar engineering design software.
• Experience interpreting survey data and topographic information.
• Strong technical writing and engineering documentation skills.
• Knowledge of mine safety regulations and environmental compliance requirements.
• Ability to work both in office and field environments.
• Strong communication and project coordination skills.

OUR MISSION

We build critical infrastructure that creates a better world.

OUR VISION

We strive to be the preeminent full-service civil, building, and specialty contractor by delivering innovative, transformative projects through world-class execution. We are committed to creating lasting value for our customers, upholding the highest standards of safety and integrity, generating exceptional financial results and shareholder value, and fostering a culture where our employees thrive.

Frontier-Kemper builds extraordinary projects, which need exceptional talent. Join us, to help build the critical infrastructure that creates a better world.

Equal Opportunity Employer