Construction Engineer (Associate thru Senior)

This position is responsible for engineering duties at the mine in support of mine operations to ensure maximum productivity.

Key Roles Responsibilities Other duties may be assigned.  Directly or through others, the incumbent will:

·        Perform complex engineering tasks of design, evaluation, problem solving, analysis, and planning to support mine site operations.

·        Provide project management for construction of roads, ponds, drainage and other mine structures to meet schedule, design, monetary, and regulatory requirements.

·        Coordinate the construction effort of all mine structures to ensure that mine production can be carried out efficiently and economically. The structures include ponds, roads, and diversions and public road relocations. In-depth analysis of structure placement and alignment are utilized to maximize coal recovery. Detailed cost analysis is performed to set budget targets and manage the projects. Provide professional engineering certification of designs and analysis as required.

·        Comply with safety policy and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.

·        Interface with engineering staff, mine site operations groups, and other Luminant personnel to ensure consistent, practical, and effective engineering solutions.

·         Participate in special projects and committee assignments as requested.

Job Requirements:

·         Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.

·         Professional Engineering License in Texas preferred.

·      Prior experience in mining industry preferred.

·         Possesses and applies comprehensive knowledge of particular field of specialization to the completion of complex assignments

·         Capable of crossing professional disciplines.

·         Professional Associations (IEEE, ASME, etc…) preferred.

·         Must have recognized standing in professional field through original contribution.

·         Substantial knowledge of open pit mining methods and regulatory requirements.

·         Ability to use database, spreadsheet, word processing, design and CAD software.

Measures of Success

·         Effective in engineering design and application of engineering principles. Technically sound in engineering practices and innovative in problem solving.

Luminant is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.