Job Description

Good Pay! Good Benefits! Good People! Knife River is a PEOPLE-first company. Our team members are key to our success, and we are committed to giving them the tools, training, and time to do their jobs productively and go home safely each day. Please consider joining our growing team today!

At Knife River, we take care of our team because we know it’s our people who make us successful. We are one of the 10 largest construction materials producers/contractors in the Country. Our goal is to build strong teams that, in turn, build strong communities. We are also a publicly traded company on the NYSE with the ticker symbol KNF and part of the S&P MidCap 400 index.

Join our experienced technical services team! As the Junior Mine Planning Engineer in the Central Region, you will assess mine operations and develop mine plans across the Central Region which includes ND, MN, SD, IA, and TX. Location of work is Grand Forks, ND.

DUTIES AND/OR RESPONSIBILITIES (summary of components that make up the job)

1. Gather and utilize geologic mapping, drill data, hydrologic information, quality testing results, topography, aerial photography, survey data, sales forecasts, and other mine planning data to design 3-D min plans and mining/stripping schedules.
2. Gather, review , analyze and document property lines, mining setbacks, easements, zoning, special use agreements, neighborhood concerns and other site-specific land use information as necessary for mine planning process.
3. Generate and maintain an updated life-of-mine site plan for all locations. Maintain aerial photos and topographic maps/site maps in an up to date and current status. Assist with reserve documentation.
4. Monitor long term mine development and identify/advise on current and future mining challenges. Develop and communicate reserve estimates, short-term mine plans, long-term mine plans, and mine reclamation plans.
5. Assist operations personnel in complying with permit conditions, laws, regulations, guidelines and in maintaining the systems necessary for compliance.
6. Assist in the preparation of presentations, documentations, reports and maps as needed.
7. Estimate stripping volumes, prepare stripping plans and assist with preparation of stripping bid packages.
8. Participate in zoning efforts, special projects and property acquisitions as necessary
9. Identify opportunities to increase efficiencies, maximize reserve recovery, reduce costs, minimize wastes and reduce impacts to neighbors. Assist operations managers with efforts to lower operating costs
10. Work in a very diverse geological setting.
11. Some overnight travel will be required to perform the work.
12. Ensure MSHA, OSHA, EPA, DNR, safety and environmental regulation compliance.
13. Always work safely and take action to prevent any and all unsafe actions, processes, and behaviors.
14. Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (types and extent of knowledge, skills or abilities an incumbent must possess to complete the job responsibilities satisfactorily)

1. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
2. Strong organizational skills.
3. Knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
4. Able to work independently and under time constraints.
5. Ability to speak Spanish is a benefit within various regions.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (minimum educational, experience, or other relevant job requirements)

1. Bachelor’s degree in mining engineering or similar (e.g., civil engineering, geology).
2. Zero to three years of proven experience in the aggregate materials industry.
3. Knowledge of basic mining engineering, geologic concepts and regulations/statutes which affect mine planning.
4. Proficient with MS Office suite of
5. Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
6. Ability to hold and maintain proper licensure and acceptable driving record.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS (preferred requirements i.e. certifications, software use, etc.)

1. Three or more years of proven experience in the aggregate materials industry.
2. Proficient with mining and CAD-related software (e.g., Carlson, Vulcan, AutoCAD).

BENEFITS:

1. Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
2. Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
3. 401(k) with Company Match
4. Profit Sharing
5. Paid Time Off
6. Paid Sick Time
7. 8 Paid Holidays
8. Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
9. Short-term Disability
10. Employee Assistance Program
11. Years of Service Recognition
12. Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees, Spouses, and Dependents
13. Critical Illness Plan
14. Accident Coverage Plan
15. Hospital Indemnity

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal laws.

Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.

All applications are submitted online. If you are having issues completing the application, please come to the office for assistance.