Sr Explosives Engineer

Description

The Senior Explosives Engineer is a member of the Enterprise Explosives Engineering group, which is responsible for delivering expert technical consulting and support for drilling and blasting operations, with a focus on safety, efficiency, and performance.  Reporting to the Manager of Drilling and Blasting, this position will closely collaborate with Division Production Management to ensure activities are aligned with the goals and objectives of the Central Division. The duties of the role include supporting the drilling & blasting programs and improving the overall mine-to-mill total cost per ton for both surface and underground operations throughout the Midwestern United States.

Position Responsibilities:

• Align blast layouts and designs with mine plans to achieve targeted KPI’s

• Mitigate impacts to neighbors and the community through coordination with vendors and site management

• Uphold drilling and blasting regulations and company policy compliance 

• Train, mentor, and provide technical support for the blasters at our underground mines

• Administer KPIs, including drill and blast activities, oversize production, pit equipment cycle times, and crushing plant production rates

• Manage projects and develop explosives application solutions to improve the production process

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree required – Mining or Explosives Engineering preferred

• Minimum 5+ years of Explosives and Mining Operations Experience

• Strong personal commitment to safety

• Complete knowledge and understanding of MSHA and ATF regulations

• Ability to pass ATF background check and obtain Employee Possessor status

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

• Proficient in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

• In-depth knowledge and experience in both surface and underground aggregates blasting

• Ability to work independently to solve complex problems, with minimal guidance

• Valid Drone Pilot's License preferred

• Proficiency with 3D blast design software(s) and integration with smart drills preferred

• Bore Tracking knowledge and experience preferred

• Knowledgeable of mine planning software(s) a plus

• Explosives product manufacturing and specifications knowledge

• Flexibility with hours and changing schedules- 30-50% travel required

A member of the S&P 500 Index, Martin Marietta is an American-based company and a leading supplier of heavy building materials – including aggregates, cement, ready-mixed concrete and asphalt. Through a network of operations spanning 28 states, Canada and the Bahamas, dedicated Martin Marietta teams supply the foundational resources upon which our communities thrive. Martin Marietta's Magnesia Specialties business produces high-purity magnesia and dolomitic lime products used worldwide in environmental, industrial, agricultural and specialty applications.

At Martin Marietta, we strive to work with the best and the brightest – those who have the potential to become our company's future leaders. Each of our roughly 9,500 people shares a common purpose regardless of their professional role or work environment. Together, we utilize our diverse skills and experiences to drive our company and its extraordinary culture forward. Our aim is to build on our foundation of success and help values-driven and hardworking people realize their full potential. When you decide to invest your career in Martin Marietta, you'll know what it's like to be respected, challenged and rewarded.

In return, we offer a highly competitive benefits package, including: 

• Medical
• Prescription Drug
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Care Reimbursement Account
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Paid Holidays and Vacation
• 401(k) with Company matching
• Pension
• Salary Continuation – Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability Options
• Employee Life Insurance
• Spouse & Dependent Life Insurance
• Business Travel Accident Insurance
• Direct Deposit Payroll
• Educational/Tuition Assistance Plan
• College Scholarship Program – for dependent children
• Matching Gift Program
• New Auto Purchase Discount Plans

At Martin Marietta, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and teammates. We celebrate diversity and commit that qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.