Who Are We?
SSR Mining Inc. is an intermediate gold company with four producing assets located in the USA, Canada, and Argentina, combined with a global pipeline of high-quality development and exploration assets in the USA and Canada.
SSR’s commitment to safety, collaboration, and excellence allows us to continue building upon our already strong foundation. With an industry-leading pipeline of projects, strong financial positioning, and talented employees, we look forward to our bright future!
Job Description:
Join our dynamic Engineering & Geology Development Program, designed to cultivate the next generation of mining professionals. Over the course of two years, participants will gain hands-on experience through three immersive rotations at our mine site, working alongside experienced metallurgical/mine engineers, geologists, and operations teams.
This program is ideal for recent graduates or early-career professionals with 1-2 years of work experience seeking to build a strong foundation in mining operations, geological analysis, and/or technical project execution.
The Day to Day:
During the program, participants will be assigned to a specific functional area: Process/ Metallurgy, Geology, or Mine Operations/ Technical Services. Participants will then rotate through 3 different parts of the business for a well-rounded understanding of SSR Mining and the industry as a whole.
Upon completion of the program, participants can expect to transition into a permanent role within SSR Mining in their respective disciplines.
Process/ Metallurgy
Support daily plant operations and metallurgical troubleshooting
Assist with metallurgical sampling, testing, and data analysis
Contribute to process optimization and recovery improvement initiatives
Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to ensure efficient plant performance
Geology
Participate in core logging, sampling, and geological mapping
Assist with resource modeling and grade control
Collaborate with exploration teams on drilling programs
Mine Operations/ Technical Services
Support daily mine operations
Work on cross-functional projects involving safety, and process improvement
Support technical reporting and data analysis
Engage with maintenance and production teams to understand mine operations holistically
What You Will Gain:
Exposure to multiple disciplines within mining
Mentorship from industry experts
Professional development workshops and networking opportunities
A pathway to full-time roles in engineering, geology, metallurgy, or operations
Where You Will Work:
One of our three mine sites in North America with the opportunity to meet with participants from across the three locations.
Marigold – Valmy, Nevada (Winnemucca/Battle Mountain area)
CC&V – Cripple Creek, Colorado
Seabee – Saskatoon, Canada (fly in, fly out site)
Is this You?
Bachelor’s degree in Mining/Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgy, Geology, Mine Process disciplines, or a related field
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
Willingness to work in a remote mine site environment
Passion for the mining industry and a desire to learn
Permanent work authorization within the US or Canada
For applicants residing in Colorado, USA, the salary range for this role is from $85,000 to $95,000. Benefits: 401(k); medical/dental/vision insurance; employee share purchase plan, PTO, and STI.
SSR Mining Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Fraud Awareness
At SSR Mining, we are committed to providing a safe and secure recruitment experience. We will never ask candidates to pay application fees, purchase equipment, transfer funds, or provide sensitive personal or financial information. All employment opportunities are posted through authorized SSR Mining channels, and personal information should only be submitted through our secure application system.
If you receive a suspicious communication claiming to represent SSR Mining, please do not respond or share any personal information.
Notice to Recruitment Agencies:
SSR Mining does not accept unsolicited résumés or candidate submissions from recruitment agencies or search firms. Agencies may submit candidates only when engaged by SSR Mining's Human Resources team through a written agreement for a specific position. Any résumé or candidate information submitted without such authorization, including submissions made directly to hiring managers or other employees, will be considered the property of SSR Mining. SSR Mining will not be responsible for any fees associated with unsolicited submissions, even if the candidate is subsequently hired.
| Location | Denver, Colorado |
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