Mine Engineer

Shape the future of sustainable limestone above ground, out in the field, with cutting‑edge tech.

At Lhoist North America, our core values of Respect, Courage, and Integrity are more than words, we live them. We respect people, encourage courageous innovation, and uphold integrity in everything we do. If these principles resonate, your next great opportunity may be right here.

We believe our people make the difference. That’s why we invest in talent offering meaningful opportunities to grow your skills, broaden your knowledge, and pursue your interests. Our environment prioritizes safety, fosters cross‑team collaboration, and embraces inclusion. Here, you’ll be challenged to grow and supported throughout your career journey.

• Real impact, real terrain: Your 'office' is a quarry and the sky—own short‑term mine plans that keep production on target.
• Modern tools: Put drones, GPS surveying, and mine modeling to work daily.
• Tangible wins: Improve ore recovery, reduce waste, and see the results in weekly reconciliations.
• Career runway: Partner closely with corporate G&M experts and help shape the long‑term quarry plan
  .

• Complete monthly drone volume surveys across active pits and ore stockpiles.
• Reconcile production volumes with end‑of‑month and annual aerial surveys.
• Update pit topography and mining models monthly to drive plan accuracy.

• Survey and track quality‑control data to define ore zone contact limits and boost recovery.
• Record extraction patterns and maintain mine‑plan records for future layouts.
• Review grade information in active pits; lay out pit designs to improve mining accuracy and ore yield.

• Create and communicate short‑and‑medium‑term mine plans to the quarry team.
• Coordinate exploratory drilling (logging, sampling, organizing data for onsite analysis).
• Use drill‑core lab data to develop and maintain isopach models
  ; translate insights into daily actions for the team.
• Support weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual mine & waste storage plans.
• Liaise with corporate G&M on long‑term quarry planning; conduct periodic audits/training on ore sampling and measurement protocols.
• Do what great teammates do:
  other duties as assigned to keep the operation safe, efficient, and on budget.

• Education: Bachelor’s in Mine Engineering (or equivalent relevant education/experience);
  MS in Mine Engineering or related field preferred.
• Experience: 1–3 years in surface mining (lime or cement preferred); 3+ years preferred for senior consideration.
• Tech & Tools: Experience or strong aptitude with CAD tools (AutoCAD, Carlson, Surpac),
  GPS survey gear, and drones (plus!).
• Data fluency: Advanced Excel
  ; proficiency in Power Point and Word
  ; SAP is a plus.
• Mindset: Detail‑driven, analytical, great communicator and presenter, with sound judgment and a strong sense of urgency.
• Collaboration: Comfortable working cross‑functionally and across all levels of the organization.
• Field‑ready: Thrive outdoors in a southwest climate
  ; safety‑first, always.

• Work primarily in a lime/mineral environment with exposure to heat, cold, dust, noise, vibration, oils, fumes
  , and lime/mineral particles.
• Navigate uneven surfaces; climb stairs/ladders; access heights up to 150 feet and occasional confined spaces and tunnels.
• Stand, walk, balance, stoop, kneel, reach; ability to lift/carry 50 lbs
  .
• Flexibility to work different shifts as needed for drilling and planning; travel up to 20% to other sites.
• Interest in working in Alabama or Tennessee

Lhoist North America offers a highly competitive total rewards package designed for your well‑being and future:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
• Paid vacation and sick time
• 401(k) with generous Employer Match plus Supplemental Contribution based on Years of Service
• Educational assistance for continued learning and professional growth

At Lhoist North America, your success is our investment.

Perform other duties as assigned. The Lhoist Group is a privately held, family‑owned, values‑driven company with a long‑range vision that is continuously growing global reach. We develop high quality solutions from the finest natural mineral resources. Carbonates, oxides, and specialty products bring essential solutions to our customers’ processes. Driven by a passion for excellence and innovation, our employees’ diverse knowledge and cultural backgrounds constitute the strength of the Lhoist Group.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.