Senior Underground Mining Engineer

Toronto, ON
Hybrid
Posted Sep 25, 2026
1 position

$140,000–$155,000 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Lead · 10+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Mid-Senior level
Application method: Apply on LinkedIn (LinkedIn sign-in required)

Job summary

Lead mining engineering teams on greenfield and brownfield projects and studies in Canada and overseas. Prepare mine designs and schedules, estimate equipment fleet requirements, support capital and operating cost estimates, and develop strategies to maximize the value of mining operations and projects.

Job details

DRA Global Limited is an international multi-disciplinary engineering, project delivery and operations management group, predominantly focused on the mining, minerals and metals industry. The Group has an extensive track record spanning over four decades across a wide range of commodities. Our teams have deep expertise in the mining, minerals and metals processing industries, as well as related non-process infrastructure such as, water, and energy solutions. DRA covers all major mining centers with offices across Africa and the Middle East, North and South America, and the Asia-Pacific. We are seeking a Senior Underground Mining Engineer based out of our Toronto or Montreal Office, working in a hybrid schedule Reporting to DRA’s SVP Mining and Geology in Montreal, you will lead and provide technical assistance in mining engineering for greenfield and brownfield mining projects and operation in Canada and Overseas Responsibilities: Lead DRA’s mining teams on various projects and studies including: Preparation of mine design and mining schedules for open pit and/or underground mining project Estimation mining equipment fleet requirements and assist in developing mining capex and opex Development of strategies to maximize the value of our clients’ mining operations and projects Requirements: B.Eng in Mining Engineering; 10 or more years of experience in consulting, and/or operating mines; Member in good standing of a professional engineering order in Canada; Practical experience in open pit and/or underground operations; Expert skills in the use of mine design and optimization software Proficient in developing CAPEX and OPEX models; Experience with NI 43-101 or similar technical report requirements; General Requirements: Available to travel from time to time within Canada and Overseas; Strong teamwork and communication skills. French and/or Spanish would be an asset Employment type: Permanent Our competitive compensation package has been designed to reward our employees’ skills, competencies and performance that align with our culture. The compensation range for this role is $140,000 to $155,000 annually, depending on the candidate's experience and qualifications. DRA offers a hybrid work policy, excellent health and dental benefits including an HSA, RRSP matching, employee recognition programs, and plenty of opportunities to build genuine relationships. We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to help screen/assess/select candidates as part of our recruitment process. We value diversity and the benefits it brings to achieving our objectives, enhancing our reputation, and attracting, engaging, and retaining talented people. We welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of gender, age, disability, and ethnicity. Our commitment to equal opportunities and a diverse workplace is embodied in our values of People, Safety, Trust, Integrity, Excellence, and Courage.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Requires a bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering, at least 10 years of consulting and/or mine operations experience, and good-standing membership in a Canadian professional engineering order. Candidates should have practical open-pit and/or underground experience, expertise with mine design and optimization software, CAPEX and OPEX modeling skills, and familiarity with NI 43-101 or similar technical reporting; travel availability and strong teamwork and communication skills are also required.