Mining Engineer Jobs in Colorado
Mining Engineer jobs in Colorado rank among the most active in the Rocky Mountain region, driven by the state's deep concentration in hard-rock mining, coal extraction, and critical minerals development across the Western Slope, San Juan Mountains, and Front Range corridors. Demand runs from entry-level mine technicians to senior project and geotechnical engineers, with Lakewood, Grand Junction, and Denver accounting for the largest share of openings. Freeport-McMoRan, Newmont, and Coeur Mining maintain long-standing operations and corporate presences in Colorado and hire consistently across disciplines. The most in-demand specialties are ground control, mine planning, and environmental compliance engineering. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Professional Industrial Water Engineer to help grow our water and wastewater engineering practices. This individual will be based in our Denver, Colorado office with the opportunity for hybrid work at the discretion of the company. This is a unique opportunity to work with and learn from leading experts with numerous business and professional contacts who are currently developing new process engineering opportunities. The selected individual will work with leading experts with numerous business and professional contacts who are currently developing mining opportunities throughout the project lifecycle, including initial exploration, mine development, operations, expansions, and closure. A key differentiator for Geosyntec is the ability to support mining clients on the entire water cycle, from supply and potential groundwater inflows to reuse, treatment, and discharge. In addition to mining, this individual will have opportunities to work in other industrial client sectors.
Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Our engineers, scientists, technical and project employees serve our clients from offices across the world. Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service.
We invest in our people. Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too. We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family.
To Learn More Visit: http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/.
We operate under a sell-manage-do culture, and so we expect that you’d work on challenging technical projects while leveraging your existing knowledge and experience to help Geosyntec expand its current practices and capabilities through business development and client management. You may also be asked to take on project management responsibilities, along with staff management and development, and mentoring tasks.
Some of the key responsibilities for this client-facing position include:
- Implementation of a personal business development plan to expand services and revenue with new and existing clients, in coordination with companywide business development plans.
- Serve in the capacity of a Client Account Manager on selected accounts deemed critical to the water market or in support of the Mining HGA’s CDI program.
- Active participation in professional societies, conferences, and meetings that will increase the visibility of the firm to potential clients and recruits. Make contributions to the profession that will result in individual recognition as an industry leader.
- Project management and oversight of technical issues/work products; budgeting and budget management; adherence to schedule, quality, health, safety protocols; client satisfaction; and profitability.
- Recruiting, managing, and mentoring junior staff and mid-career engineers and scientists.
- Reviewing and leading the preparation of technical documents, drawings, specifications, and proposals.
- Preparing for and participating in meetings with clients, regulatory personnel, and other parties.
- At times, the position may also include fieldwork including contractor oversight and process troubleshooting tasks.
- Drive personal, company, and rental vehicles to client or company project or office sites, and other business locations, as needed.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering (civil, chemical, or environmental preferred). (required)
- Advanced degree (same as above). (preferred)
- Professional registration (i.e., P.E.). (required)
- At least 8 years (10+ years preferred) of progressive experience in the consulting industry; or equivalent combination of education and experience. (required)
- Demonstrated experience in industrial and municipal clients with water supply, water treatment, and water re-use projects. (required)
- Demonstrated experience in mining projects (required)
- Demonstrated working knowledge of Federal and State regulations. (required)
- Experience managing multi-disciplinary project teams. (required)
- Demonstrated success in the development and management of clients and growing a practice that sustains a group of professional junior staff. (required)
- Excellent leadership and detail-orientation skills. (required)
- Ability to succeed in a fast-paced consulting environment, handling multiple project assignments, meeting strict deadlines, and traveling to client facilities as needed. (required)
- Strong oral and technical writing skills. (required)
- Health & Safety training, medical monitoring, and client-driven drug and background testing may be required.
- Valid U.S driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required)
- Minimum Salary: $123,235/year / Maximum Salary: $199,555/year (Denver, CO)
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible employees.
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Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Professional Industrial Water Engineer to help grow our water and wastewater engineering practices. This individual will be based in our Denver, Colorado office with the opportunity for hybrid work at the discretion of the company. This is a unique opportunity to work with and learn from leading experts with numerous business and professional contacts who are currently developing new process engineering opportunities. The selected individual will work with leading experts with numerous business and professional contacts who are currently developing mining opportunities throughout the project lifecycle, including initial exploration, mine development, operations, expansions, and closure. A key differentiator for Geosyntec is the ability to support mining clients on the entire water cycle, from supply and potential groundwater inflows to reuse, treatment, and discharge. In addition to mining, this individual will have opportunities to work in other industrial client sectors.
Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Our engineers, scientists, technical and project employees serve our clients from offices across the world. Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service.
We invest in our people. Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too. We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family.
To Learn More Visit: http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/.
We operate under a sell-manage-do culture, and so we expect that you’d work on challenging technical projects while leveraging your existing knowledge and experience to help Geosyntec expand its current practices and capabilities through business development and client management. You may also be asked to take on project management responsibilities, along with staff management and development, and mentoring tasks.
Some of the key responsibilities for this client-facing position include:
- Implementation of a personal business development plan to expand services and revenue with new and existing clients, in coordination with companywide business development plans.
- Serve in the capacity of a Client Account Manager on selected accounts deemed critical to the water market or in support of the Mining HGA’s CDI program.
- Active participation in professional societies, conferences, and meetings that will increase the visibility of the firm to potential clients and recruits. Make contributions to the profession that will result in individual recognition as an industry leader.
- Project management and oversight of technical issues/work products; budgeting and budget management; adherence to schedule, quality, health, safety protocols; client satisfaction; and profitability.
- Recruiting, managing, and mentoring junior staff and mid-career engineers and scientists.
- Reviewing and leading the preparation of technical documents, drawings, specifications, and proposals.
- Preparing for and participating in meetings with clients, regulatory personnel, and other parties.
- At times, the position may also include fieldwork including contractor oversight and process troubleshooting tasks.
- Drive personal, company, and rental vehicles to client or company project or office sites, and other business locations, as needed.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering (civil, chemical, or environmental preferred). (required)
- Advanced degree (same as above). (preferred)
- Professional registration (i.e., P.E.). (required)
- At least 8 years (10+ years preferred) of progressive experience in the consulting industry; or equivalent combination of education and experience. (required)
- Demonstrated experience in industrial and municipal clients with water supply, water treatment, and water re-use projects. (required)
- Demonstrated experience in mining projects (required)
- Demonstrated working knowledge of Federal and State regulations. (required)
- Experience managing multi-disciplinary project teams. (required)
- Demonstrated success in the development and management of clients and growing a practice that sustains a group of professional junior staff. (required)
- Excellent leadership and detail-orientation skills. (required)
- Ability to succeed in a fast-paced consulting environment, handling multiple project assignments, meeting strict deadlines, and traveling to client facilities as needed. (required)
- Strong oral and technical writing skills. (required)
- Health & Safety training, medical monitoring, and client-driven drug and background testing may be required.
- Valid U.S driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required)
- Minimum Salary: $123,235/year / Maximum Salary: $199,555/year (Denver, CO)
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible employees.
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What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in mining engineer jobs across Colorado.
- Active Colorado PE license or EIT registration with a path to Professional Engineer licensure
- Bachelor's degree in mining engineering, geological engineering, or a closely related field
- Proficiency in mine planning software such as Vulcan, Surpac, or MineSight
- Hands-on experience with open-pit or underground hard-rock mining operations
- Working knowledge of MSHA regulations and Colorado Division of Reclamation, Mining and Safety requirements
- Strong background in geotechnical analysis, rock mechanics, or slope stability assessment
Mining Engineer Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a mining engineer in Colorado?
Start with a bachelor's degree in mining engineering or geological engineering from an accredited program, then pursue registration with the Colorado State Board of Licensure for Architects, Professional Engineers, and Professional Land Surveyors. Most employers expect candidates to hold an Engineer-in-Training credential upon graduation and progress toward a full Professional Engineer license. Colorado's active hard-rock and coal sectors also value field experience, so internships with operating mines during school significantly strengthen a candidate's profile.
How much do mining engineers make in Colorado?
Mining engineers in Colorado earn a median of about $96,820 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $66,870 for the lowest 10% to over $164,310 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire mining engineers in Colorado?
Companies currently hiring mining engineers in Colorado include EXP, Kiewit, and Tetra Tech, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Colorado's mix of major international producers and mid-tier operators means openings appear across both large corporate engineering teams and leaner site-based roles on the Western Slope and in the mountains.
Which Colorado cities have the most mining engineer jobs?
Denver, Lakewood, and Lone Tree lead Colorado for mining engineer openings. Denver and Lakewood concentrate corporate and consulting roles tied to companies with regional headquarters along the Front Range, while Grand Junction serves as the primary hub for Western Slope operations in coal, uranium, and critical minerals where most production-facing engineering positions are based.
Are there remote mining engineer jobs in Colorado?
Yes, but they're rare. About 75% of mining engineer openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the fundamentally site-dependent nature of most mine engineering work. The roles most likely to allow remote or hybrid schedules are mine planning, environmental permitting, and feasibility study positions that do not require daily presence at an active operation.
How can I get hired as a mining engineer in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for mine engineering intern or junior engineer roles at Colorado's operating mines while completing or immediately after finishing your degree. Companies such as Freeport-McMoRan and Newmont run structured new-graduate and rotational programs that cycle candidates through planning, ventilation, and ground control functions. Candidates who have earned their EIT registration and completed a senior capstone or thesis project on a Colorado geology problem stand out. Adjacent roles in mine surveying or geology technician work also offer a practical bridge into a full engineering position.
Where can I find and apply to mining engineer jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to mining engineer jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings across the state's hard-rock, coal, and critical minerals sectors. Find the roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly.
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