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Mining Engineer roles at U.S. mining and extraction companies qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process. Employers file on your behalf, certifying no qualified U.S. workers are available. Your degree field and years of experience determine which category fits your profile.
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Solvay is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Our Mine Engineering team plays a critical role in supporting the safe, efficient, and cost-effective operation of our underground mining activities at the Green River site.
As a Mine Engineer, you will provide technical expertise and engineering support to mining operations while partnering closely with Safety, Operations, Survey, Maintenance, and other technical teams. In this role, you will contribute to mine planning, ventilation modeling, production optimization, and capital project execution. You will have the opportunity to work on projects ranging from $1 million to $40 million while helping improve mine productivity, safety, recovery, and operational performance. This position offers a unique opportunity to develop both technical and project management skills within a world-class mining operation.
You will be accountable for:
- Support mine planning and engineering activities by developing production plans, mine designs, and ventilation models
- Lead and support capital projects while coordinating contractors and ensuring work is completed safely and efficiently
- Monitor mine performance, conduct field inspections, and provide technical recommendations to improve productivity and operational efficiency
- Ensure compliance with mining health, safety, and environmental regulations while supporting continuous improvement initiatives
- Collaborate with Operations, Survey, Maintenance, and Safety teams to analyze mine performance, develop budgets, and support long-term mining objectives
We offer at-will employment based on flexibility to work any shift as needed including weekend work and extended hours.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering is required.
0-5 years of mine engineering experience or relevant mining internship experience is preferred.
Experience with mine planning software, mine ventilation systems, AutoCAD, SAP, and Microsoft Office is preferred. Candidates should possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, a solid understanding of mining engineering fundamentals, and the ability to work effectively with both technical and operational teams.
Ability to obtain Wyoming Mine Foreman and Examiners Papers is required.
COMPETENCIES
- Mine Planning & Ventilation Engineering
- Capital Project Management
- Mining Analysis & Operational Improvement
BEHAVIORS
- Safety
- Collaboration
- Accountability
ABOUT THE PAY
Attractive and equitable pay for all: compensation is determined within a range to foster your development in the role. The base pay expected for this role is: $98,000-$109,000 per year in the United States.
Additionally, we provide a competitive total rewards package that includes a bonus and/or other incentives.
BENEFITS
- Solvay Cares program: minimum of 16 weeks of parenting leave for all employees and package with healthcare, disability and life insurance coverage.
- Prioritization of well-being: Solvay Solidarity Fund to support employees through hardship, work-life balance promotion, flexible approach to work part-time or hybrid work arrangements (depending on the type of job), employee assistance program with access to physical and psychological support.
- Professional development: prioritization of internal talents for career progression, access to a training platform, opportunities to join Employee Resource Groups (ERG) for experience sharing and mentorship and free language courses in 24 languages.
About us
Solvay, a pioneering chemical company with a legacy rooted in founder Ernest Solvay's pivotal innovations in the soda ash process, is dedicated to delivering essential solutions globally through its workforce of over 9,000 employees. Since 1863, Solvay harnesses the power of chemistry to create innovative, sustainable solutions that answer the world’s most essential needs such as purifying the air we breathe and the water we drink, preserving our food supplies, protecting our health and well-being, creating eco-friendly clothing, making the tires of our cars more sustainable and cleaning and protecting our homes.
We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.
INTRODUCTION
Solvay is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Our Mine Engineering team plays a critical role in supporting the safe, efficient, and cost-effective operation of our underground mining activities at the Green River site.
As a Mine Engineer, you will provide technical expertise and engineering support to mining operations while partnering closely with Safety, Operations, Survey, Maintenance, and other technical teams. In this role, you will contribute to mine planning, ventilation modeling, production optimization, and capital project execution. You will have the opportunity to work on projects ranging from $1 million to $40 million while helping improve mine productivity, safety, recovery, and operational performance. This position offers a unique opportunity to develop both technical and project management skills within a world-class mining operation.
You will be accountable for:
- Support mine planning and engineering activities by developing production plans, mine designs, and ventilation models
- Lead and support capital projects while coordinating contractors and ensuring work is completed safely and efficiently
- Monitor mine performance, conduct field inspections, and provide technical recommendations to improve productivity and operational efficiency
- Ensure compliance with mining health, safety, and environmental regulations while supporting continuous improvement initiatives
- Collaborate with Operations, Survey, Maintenance, and Safety teams to analyze mine performance, develop budgets, and support long-term mining objectives
We offer at-will employment based on flexibility to work any shift as needed including weekend work and extended hours.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering is required.
0-5 years of mine engineering experience or relevant mining internship experience is preferred.
Experience with mine planning software, mine ventilation systems, AutoCAD, SAP, and Microsoft Office is preferred. Candidates should possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, a solid understanding of mining engineering fundamentals, and the ability to work effectively with both technical and operational teams.
Ability to obtain Wyoming Mine Foreman and Examiners Papers is required.
COMPETENCIES
- Mine Planning & Ventilation Engineering
- Capital Project Management
- Mining Analysis & Operational Improvement
BEHAVIORS
- Safety
- Collaboration
- Accountability
ABOUT THE PAY
Attractive and equitable pay for all: compensation is determined within a range to foster your development in the role. The base pay expected for this role is: $98,000-$109,000 per year in the United States.
Additionally, we provide a competitive total rewards package that includes a bonus and/or other incentives.
BENEFITS
- Solvay Cares program: minimum of 16 weeks of parenting leave for all employees and package with healthcare, disability and life insurance coverage.
- Prioritization of well-being: Solvay Solidarity Fund to support employees through hardship, work-life balance promotion, flexible approach to work part-time or hybrid work arrangements (depending on the type of job), employee assistance program with access to physical and psychological support.
- Professional development: prioritization of internal talents for career progression, access to a training platform, opportunities to join Employee Resource Groups (ERG) for experience sharing and mentorship and free language courses in 24 languages.
About us
Solvay, a pioneering chemical company with a legacy rooted in founder Ernest Solvay's pivotal innovations in the soda ash process, is dedicated to delivering essential solutions globally through its workforce of over 9,000 employees. Since 1863, Solvay harnesses the power of chemistry to create innovative, sustainable solutions that answer the world’s most essential needs such as purifying the air we breathe and the water we drink, preserving our food supplies, protecting our health and well-being, creating eco-friendly clothing, making the tires of our cars more sustainable and cleaning and protecting our homes.
We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Mining Engineer
Align your credentials to PERM requirements
PERM requires your degree to match the job's minimum requirements exactly. A mining engineering or geological engineering degree maps cleanly to most postings. A civil or mechanical engineering degree may require a credential evaluation to confirm equivalency before your employer files.
Target employers with active PERM filings
Use Migrate Mate to filter Mining Engineer roles by employers who have filed PERM applications. This tells you which companies have already built the internal process to sponsor foreign workers, not just ones open to the idea.
Distinguish EB-2 and EB-3 before you apply
EB-2 requires a master's degree or a bachelor's plus five years of progressive experience. EB-3 covers bachelor's-level professionals. Many mining employers default to EB-3 for field roles and EB-2 for senior engineers, so clarify the category before your employer files I-140.
Understand how site location affects your timeline
PERM recruitment must cover the specific worksite location, not a company headquarters. Remote mine sites in certain states can have thin local labor markets, which may speed DOL recruitment outcomes but adds documentation complexity your employer's immigration counsel needs to plan for.
Request PERM filing before your priority date slips
Your EB-3 priority date is locked when DOL accepts the PERM application, not when I-140 is approved. Ask your employer to file PERM as early as possible in your employment. Delays between job offer and filing cost you months in the visa backlog queue.
Use OFLC Wage Search to verify your prevailing wage tier
DOL uses O*NET codes to classify Mining Engineer roles and assigns a prevailing wage from Levels I through IV. Check OFLC Wage Search with your job duties before negotiations. If your offered salary falls below the certified level, USCIS can deny the I-140 petition.
Green Card Mining Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Mining Engineer role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Mining Engineer positions qualify for both categories depending on the degree and experience level your employer lists in the job description. EB-3 applies when the role requires a bachelor's degree in mining, geological, or a related engineering field. EB-2 applies when the employer requires a master's degree or equivalent, meaning a bachelor's plus five years of progressive, specialized experience in the field.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for Mining Engineers?
H-1B visa is temporary, capped at 65,000 registrations annually, and subject to a lottery. EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM has no annual cap on filings, but a per-country limit on visa issuance can create backlogs for applicants from high-demand countries like India and China. The PERM process takes longer upfront, typically one to two years from labor certification to I-485 approval, but the outcome is permanent residency, not a temporary status requiring renewal.
What does the PERM labor certification process look like for a Mining Engineer employer?
Your employer must conduct a DOL-mandated recruitment campaign, including job postings, newspaper advertisements in the role's work location, and internal notices. DOL reviews the recruitment results to confirm no qualified U.S. workers were displaced. For mine-site roles in remote areas, the local labor market documentation can differ from urban postings. The employer then files ETA Form 9089 with DOL before moving to the I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS.
How do I find Mining Engineer jobs where employers are already set up to sponsor green cards?
Search Migrate Mate to identify Mining Engineer roles at employers with documented PERM filing history. This filters out companies that express general openness to sponsorship but have no practical experience with the process, which matters because inexperienced employers frequently delay or abandon PERM filings after making an offer.
Can my employer start the green card process while I'm on an H-1B or OPT?
Yes. Employers can file PERM while you hold H-1B status, and you can extend H-1B beyond the standard six-year limit under AC21 once your I-140 is approved and your priority date is more than 365 days old. On OPT, your employer should begin PERM as early as possible, since the process does not provide independent work authorization and you'll need a separate status while the green card is pending.