Solution Mining Engineer
Description
Job Title: Solution Mining Engineer
POSITION SUMMARY
The Solution Mine Engineer will be responsible for assisting the Moab site Management with guidance to maximizing production from its solution mine to the floatation plant. They will help design and implement drilling and well completion strategies, utilizing advanced technologies to assess cavern characteristics, optimize production rates, and minimize environmental impact. Will work collaboratively with geologists and other specialists to analyze geological data, evaluate cavern potential, and determine the most effective methods for extracting Sylvinite ore (Potash). This position will have the need for chemical, mechanical and drilling engineering knowledge.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Provide daily production support and technical assistance for immediate processes and product problems.
- Identify and implement process improvements leading to process loss reduction and process uptime improvements.
- Maintain and develop process documentation.
- Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
- Process and Solution KPI’s
- Data collection and analysis
- Weekly, Monthly and Quarterly reporting.
- Material and energy balances
- Process engineering calculations.
- Management of capital projects and status reports.
- Assist and lead in the identification and resolution of product quality issues.
- Assist with the growth and development of the solution mining process.
- Manage the monthly solution mining report
- Analyze performance data and provide guidance to plant management.
- Production optimization
- Research and Development.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
BS in a related Engineering degree. Chemical, Mechanical, Mining, Petroleum
At least 5 years of related experience in an engineering role with general knowledge of well directional drilling. Petroleum engineering is considered a plus.
SPECIFIC SKILLS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Safety conscious, promotes safety awareness
- Proficient computer skills (typing, Work, Excel, Outlook, Mincom Ellipse, Business Objects, Projects)
- Highly motivated, self-starter
- Willing to learn new processes and grow within the company.
- Good Technical Writing skills
- Read and understand Technical Manuals and prints
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Proven leader and team facilitator with collaboration
- Progressive thinkers are always looking to improve the site operation.
SCHEDULE AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
9/80 schedule, Monday – Thursday, with every other Friday off. As part of a 24/7 maintenance support team, employees must be available to work callouts as needed. Schedule subject to change.
9/80 schedule, Monday – Thursday, with every other Friday off. As part of a 24/7 maintenance support team, employees must be available to work callouts as needed. Schedule subject to change.
- Outdoors, in a non-temperature-controlled environment, and subject to weather conditions
- Exposed to loud sounds and distracting noise levels
- Employees are required to wear safety attire and personal protective equipment (PPE) at all time
- Indoors in a controlled environment
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Standing, walking, sitting, talking or hearing, making visual inspections, making precise hand and finger movements, twisting, stooping, crouching, kneeling, reaching or grasping
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., and push and/or pull up to 50 lbs.
- Must be able to climb stairs and/or ladders, and potentially work at heights, perceive color differences
- Will be required to wear personal protective equipment as needed and engage in strenuous physical activity
Intrepid is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA Employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.