Senior Strategic Mining Engineer

AECOM is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Strategic Mining Engineer to provide technical leadership on complex mining projects across North America. The successful candidate will support mining projects from early-stage studies through detailed engineering and construction support while serving as a senior technical resource for multidisciplinary project teams.

This individual will work closely with project managers and engineering discipline leads to develop practical innovative engineering solutions for mining clients. The role requires strong technical expertise sound engineering judgment and the ability to lead technical execution on large complex mining projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the senior mining engineering technical lead on multidisciplinary mining projects.
• Lead technical evaluations and engineering studies for surface mining operations.
• Provide technical direction during concept studies prefeasibility studies feasibility studies and detailed engineering.
• Coordinate closely with mining civil geotechnical structural mechanical electrical process environmental and water resources engineering teams.
• Use and mentor others in the operation of mine planning programs such as Minesight (MPSO) Deswik (Spratial-LHS-IS) Datamine (NPVS / Minemax) Vulcan or similar software.
• Use Python programming / scripting language.
• Perform as subject matter expert in pit phase and scheduling optimization using Whittle MPSO or NPVS / Minemax software.
• Review and provide sign-off as Qualified Person (QP) / Competent Person (CP) for NI 43-101 S-K 1300 and JORC compliant reserves reporting.
• Prepare and review technical reports engineering calculations specifications and design packages.
• Perform engineering analyses related to mine planning infrastructure development operational improvements and project execution.
• Review engineering deliverables for technical quality and compliance with applicable industry standards.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior and intermediate mining engineers.
• Participate in interdisciplinary design reviews and resolve technical challenges throughout project execution.
• Support construction engineering activities field investigations commissioning and operational troubleshooting as required.

Ensure engineering work complies with client requirements industry standards and AECOM quality procedures.

Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree and 10 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education .
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters degree in Mining Engineering or related field.
• 12 years of progressive mining engineering experience.
• Qualified Person (QP) / Competent Person (CP) credentials.
• Super-user expertise in using Minesight (MPSO) Deswik (Spatial-LHS-IS) Datamine (NPVS/Minemax) Vulcan or similar software.
• Experitse in using Whittle software.
• Demonstrated experience leading technical execution of multidisciplinary mining projects.
• Experience supporting projects from concept through detailed engineering.

Additional Information :

• No sponsorship will be offered for this role now or in the future
• No relocation will be offered for this role.

At AECOM we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options well-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at . 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and communitywhere you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Remote Work :

Yes

Employment Type :

Full-time