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At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.
This position reports to:
Segment Manager__
Job Description:
Technical Sales Specialist-Mining positions offered by ABB INC. (Salt Lake City, Utah). Lead and manage all sales proposal activities (BL Mining Product line Electrification). Prepare RFQs, bid evaluations, and analysis. Produce cost estimation for turnkey projects, generate deliverable lists, and schedule the entire project. Responsible for technical coordination with the customer, the internal engineering team, suppliers of equipment and services, and other stakeholders involved in the project. Plan and coordinate engineering activities of large industrial electrification projects involving high voltage substation, prefabricated E-houses, MV and LV switchgears, Variable frequency Drives, Control, Protection, Instrumentation, MCC transformers, motor generators, Auxiliary Systems, and HVAC Systems. Prepare equipment layouts for electrical and control rooms. Evaluate heat losses and selection of HVAC units. Prepare cable and interconnection lists, cable tray layouts, and cable routing. Produce technical specifications and perform technical follow-up during engineering, procurement, and Integration and construction. Control and manage engineering changes during project execution. Coordinate and validate technical studies (asset): Short-circuit, Load flow, Protection Coordination, and Arc Flash.
Minimum Requirements:
Requires a bachelor’s or foreign equivalent degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field and 8 years of experience participating in industrial electrification projects.- Must have 8 years of experience in each of the following:
o Coordinating RFP inputs to develop optimized solutions and prepare complete bids responsive to customer requirements;
o Writing complete ECIS proposal techno-commercial documents;
o Compiling reporting data for management including contract scope, terms, cost and profitability;
o Integrating power distribution systems and process electrification;
o Working with medium-and-low voltage equipment as well as variable frequency drives;
o Performing system design, equipment selection, commissioning, and integration with mining operations;
o Performing cost estimation and budgeting for ECIS projects, including capital and operational expenditure; and
Must have 5 years of experience in each of the following:
o Working with electrification technologies, including trolley assist systems, battery-electric vehicle infrastructure, and substation automation.
Experience may be, but need not be, acquired concurrently.
What's in it for you
We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You’ll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that’s tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger.
ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their- sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.
For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf
As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762.
Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to US-AskHR@abb.com. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.
ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees
[excludes ABB E-mobility, Athens union, Puerto Rico]
Go to MyBenefitsABB.com and click on “Candidate/Guest” to learn more
Health, Life & Disability
- Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.
- Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus
- Vision benefit
- Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)
- Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)
- Voluntary life and AD&D – 100% employee paid up to maximums
- Short Term Disability – up to 26 weeks – Company paid
- Long Term Disability – 60% of pay – Company paid. Ability to “buy-up” to 66 2/3% of pay.
- Supplemental benefits – 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance
- Parental Leave – up to 6 weeks
- Employee Assistance Program
- Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption
- Employee discount program
Retirement
- 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions
- Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)
Time off
ABB provides 11 paid holidays. Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.
Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.
Ready to make an impact?
Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.
At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.
This position reports to:
Segment Manager__
Job Description:
Technical Sales Specialist-Mining positions offered by ABB INC. (Salt Lake City, Utah). Lead and manage all sales proposal activities (BL Mining Product line Electrification). Prepare RFQs, bid evaluations, and analysis. Produce cost estimation for turnkey projects, generate deliverable lists, and schedule the entire project. Responsible for technical coordination with the customer, the internal engineering team, suppliers of equipment and services, and other stakeholders involved in the project. Plan and coordinate engineering activities of large industrial electrification projects involving high voltage substation, prefabricated E-houses, MV and LV switchgears, Variable frequency Drives, Control, Protection, Instrumentation, MCC transformers, motor generators, Auxiliary Systems, and HVAC Systems. Prepare equipment layouts for electrical and control rooms. Evaluate heat losses and selection of HVAC units. Prepare cable and interconnection lists, cable tray layouts, and cable routing. Produce technical specifications and perform technical follow-up during engineering, procurement, and Integration and construction. Control and manage engineering changes during project execution. Coordinate and validate technical studies (asset): Short-circuit, Load flow, Protection Coordination, and Arc Flash.
Minimum Requirements:
Requires a bachelor’s or foreign equivalent degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field and 8 years of experience participating in industrial electrification projects.- Must have 8 years of experience in each of the following:
o Coordinating RFP inputs to develop optimized solutions and prepare complete bids responsive to customer requirements;
o Writing complete ECIS proposal techno-commercial documents;
o Compiling reporting data for management including contract scope, terms, cost and profitability;
o Integrating power distribution systems and process electrification;
o Working with medium-and-low voltage equipment as well as variable frequency drives;
o Performing system design, equipment selection, commissioning, and integration with mining operations;
o Performing cost estimation and budgeting for ECIS projects, including capital and operational expenditure; and
Must have 5 years of experience in each of the following:
o Working with electrification technologies, including trolley assist systems, battery-electric vehicle infrastructure, and substation automation.
Experience may be, but need not be, acquired concurrently.
What's in it for you
We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You’ll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that’s tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger.
ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their- sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.
For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf
As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762.
Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to US-AskHR@abb.com. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.
ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees
[excludes ABB E-mobility, Athens union, Puerto Rico]
Go to MyBenefitsABB.com and click on “Candidate/Guest” to learn more
Health, Life & Disability
- Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.
- Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus
- Vision benefit
- Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)
- Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)
- Voluntary life and AD&D – 100% employee paid up to maximums
- Short Term Disability – up to 26 weeks – Company paid
- Long Term Disability – 60% of pay – Company paid. Ability to “buy-up” to 66 2/3% of pay.
- Supplemental benefits – 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance
- Parental Leave – up to 6 weeks
- Employee Assistance Program
- Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption
- Employee discount program
Retirement
- 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions
- Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)
Time off
ABB provides 11 paid holidays. Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.
Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.
Ready to make an impact?
Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.
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Who's Hiring
- Sundt18
- Ledcor13
- Heidelberg Materials13
- AECOM10
- Stantec8
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services16
- Mining & Natural Resources6
- Education4
- Technology & Software3
- Energy2
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in mining surveyor jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in surveying, geomatics, or mining engineering
- Proficiency with Surpac, Vulcan, or Micromine mine planning software
- Experience operating GPS, total station, and laser scanning instruments
- Licensed Professional Land Surveyor or progress toward licensure
- Underground or open-pit mine surveying experience of two or more years
- Ability to pass a site-specific physical and medical fitness assessment
Tips for Your Mining Surveyor Job Search
Tailor your resume to mine type
Underground and open-pit mining survey roles draw on different skill sets. Highlight the specific mine environment you have worked in, the survey instruments you have operated, and the software packages you used for each site type.
List your instrument certifications explicitly
Many hiring managers filter for candidates who can operate total stations, GPS receivers, and laser scanners without supervision. Name every instrument and software package, including versions, so your resume passes automated screening before a human reviews it.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists mining surveyor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that name your software stack
Job descriptions that list AutoCAD, Surpac, Vulcan, or Micromine by name are written by hiring managers who know the work. Matching your application language to those exact tool names dramatically increases your callback rate.
Prepare a portfolio of survey deliverables
Bring printed or digital examples of stope surveys, subsidence monitoring reports, and volume reconciliation outputs to interviews. Concrete deliverables show technical depth that a resume alone cannot communicate to a panel of engineers.
Negotiate your FIFO schedule before accepting
Many mining surveyor roles are fly-in fly-out or rotational. Confirm the roster, accommodation arrangements, and mobilization allowance during the offer stage, not after you have already accepted, to avoid friction on your start date.
Mining Surveyor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most mining surveyors?
Sundt, Ledcor, and Heidelberg Materials are hiring the most mining surveyors right now, with openings concentrated in Arizona, Nevada, and Colorado, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Activity tends to cluster around active extraction projects, so the top hiring companies shift as new mine developments are approved or expanded.
How many mining surveyor jobs are remote?
About 52% of mining surveyor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the inherently field-based nature of most survey work. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements include data processing, 3D modeling, and project reporting roles where the core output is digital rather than on-site measurement.
How do you become a mining surveyor?
Start by earning a bachelor's degree in surveying, geomatics, or a closely related engineering field. Follow that with entry-level field work, ideally at an operating mine site, to build hands-on instrument experience. Pursue licensure as a Professional Land Surveyor in your state, since many mine operators require it for senior positions. Specialized mine surveying courses and software certifications strengthen your progression into more technical roles.
Can you get hired as a mining surveyor with little experience?
Yes, some mining companies hire junior or cadet surveyors and provide structured on-the-job training. Candidates with strong academic results in geomatics or surveying, demonstrated instrument handling from university fieldwork, and a willingness to work rotational or remote site rosters stand the best chance. Targeting smaller contractors who run fewer surveyors per site can also accelerate your early career exposure.
What does the mining surveyor interview process look like?
Most processes begin with a phone screen focused on your instrument experience and software proficiency. A technical interview follows, where you may be asked to walk through a past survey project, explain a volume reconciliation discrepancy, or describe how you would set up control for an underground development. Final-stage interviews often include a site safety assessment and may involve a practical demonstration or written technical test.
Where can I find and apply to mining surveyor jobs?
You can find and apply to mining surveyor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that fit your experience level, preferred mine type, and location, then apply directly to each listing that matches your background.
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