Mining Engineer Jobs in Arizona
Mining Engineer jobs in Arizona are in strong demand, concentrated in the state's copper, gold, and industrial minerals sectors, with openings ranging from entry-level mine technician roles through senior and principal engineer positions. Most hiring clusters around Tucson, Phoenix, and the rural mining corridor stretching from Globe to Safford, where major employers like Freeport-McMoRan, BHP, and Arizona Potash operate long-term projects. The most sought-after specialties in Arizona are open-pit operations, mine planning, and geotechnical engineering. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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The Mining Engineer EDP position will rotate through technical and operational roles in Technical Services and Mine Operations. They will get experience planning, tracking and reconciling mine plans while getting the opportunity to execute said plans in the field via supervision. The role's intent is for recent graduates (< 1 year) to develop engineers to become well-rounded future leaders in ASARCO.
About the role:
- Rotational program to gain diverse experience in Mine Operations Supervision and Technical Services
- Operations Rotation – Will gain experience to supervise Pit Operations, Drill & Blast, and Mine Projects crews to ensuring plans are completed in a safe productive environment
- Technical Rotation - Will gain experience to provide technical leadership, proficiency in Grade Control, and direct design experience in Short- Mid- and Long-Range Planning, Technical Services projects such as geotechnical, hydrogeology, and survey, while integrating strategies to maximize value and minimize risk
- Promotional review every 18 months with a fast track to Engineer III for successful candidates at program completion
Other duties as required
Requirements:Education & Skill Requirements:
- Bachelor of Science in Mining Engineering
- A desire to be a leader, always to do your best, focus on continual improvement, and ongoing career learning
- Must have excellent computer skills with the ability to learn technical software
- Excellent time management, attention to detail, teamwork, and setting ongoing goals
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Able to lift and move 50 pounds occasionally
- Must be able to traverse steep areas including berms and muck piles
- Must be able to handle temperature extremes
- Must be able to walk and hike for extended periods of time
ENVIRONMENTAL, HEALTH & SAFETY
- The job requires training or instruction in the area of environmental Awareness.
- This job requires training or instruction in the area of Safety & Health awareness including completion of the appropriate MSHA training.
NOTICE TO TEMPORARY STAFFING AGENCIES, PLACEMENT SERVICES, AND PROFESSIONAL RECRUITERS
ASARCO LLC maintains an internal recruiting department and manages its own recruitment processes directly.
Unless ASARCO LLC has entered into a formal agreement with your organization, unsolicited submissions of résumés, candidate profiles, or recruiting services will not be accepted or considered, and no fees will be paid in connection with such submissions.
If your firm believes it has an approved agreement or seeks to establish one, please contact ASARCO LLC Human Resources department for verification prior to engaging in any recruiting activity.
A core value of ASARCO LLC is “Safety First.” The Company is committed to help employees continuously improve their efforts to work in the most safe, inclusive, socially, and environmentally responsible manner practicable. Employee safety and health, both on and off the job, are critically important to the Company. Therefore, ASARCO LLC requires employees to have and effectively demonstrate good working knowledge of modern safety systems. Each employee will take prime responsibility for ensuring that s/he works within all required safety procedures and processes.
ASARCO LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates must possess a current and valid driver's license. Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful criminal background check and pre-employment physical including a drug screen (hair analysis).
ASARCO LLC offers an excellent low cost benefits package for medical/prescription/ dental/vision, disability coverage, life insurance and other optional coverage, and 401(k) plan with company match.
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What Arizona Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in mining engineer jobs across Arizona.
- Bachelor's degree in mining engineering or a closely related geoscience or engineering field
- Arizona Professional Engineer license or eligibility to obtain one through the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration
- Hands-on experience with open-pit or underground mining operations in a North American context
- Proficiency in mine planning software such as Vulcan, Surpac, or MineSight
- Familiarity with MSHA regulations and surface or underground mine safety compliance
- Strong technical communication skills for reporting to operations, safety, and executive teams
Mining Engineer Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a mining engineer in Arizona?
Becoming a mining engineer in Arizona starts with a bachelor's degree in mining engineering or a related discipline such as geological or civil engineering. From there, you register as an Engineer Intern by passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam, then accumulate qualifying experience before sitting for the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam to earn your Professional Engineer license through the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration. Most Arizona employers in copper and gold mining expect or prefer a licensed PE for senior roles.
How much do mining engineers make in Arizona?
Mining engineers in Arizona earn a median of about $102,130 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $82,390 for the lowest 10% to over $173,560 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire mining engineers in Arizona?
Employers hiring mining engineers in Arizona right now include Sundt, Caterpillar, and Burns & McDonnell, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Arizona's large copper and polymetallic mining operations mean demand is relatively consistent year-round compared with states where mining is project-driven.
Which Arizona cities have the most mining engineer jobs?
The cities with the most mining engineer openings in Arizona are Phoenix, Tucson, and Tempe. Tucson anchors demand because of its proximity to major copper operations in the southeastern part of the state, while Phoenix attracts corporate and technical office roles tied to the large mining companies headquartered or regionally managed there, and smaller hubs like Globe and Safford follow active mine sites directly.
Are there remote mining engineer jobs in Arizona?
Yes, but they're rare. Mining engineering is fundamentally a site-based profession, and most Arizona roles require regular or full-time presence at active mine sites. About 50% of mining engineer openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions tend to be concentrated in corporate mine planning, modeling, or technical consulting functions rather than operations or safety roles.
How can I get hired as a mining engineer in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to student internship and new-graduate programs run by large Arizona copper producers, where structured rotations give candidates exposure to mine planning, drilling, and blasting cycles before moving into full engineer roles. Candidates with geoscience, civil, or geological engineering backgrounds often transition in through survey or geology technician positions. Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam and holding MSHA Part 46 or Part 48 surface or underground training gives a new candidate a meaningful edge over an unregistered applicant.
Where can I find and apply to mining engineer jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to mining engineer jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current Arizona openings across copper, gold, and industrial minerals operations. Find a role that fits and apply directly through the listing.
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