Graduate – Mining Engineer

If you want to drive real change, we have just the place to do it. Our Graduate Program is an opportunity for you to shape Rio Tinto from the inside out. We want you to be part of our leading global company to help take us forward by solving the emerging challenges of our time. At Rio Tinto, we believe the best ideas come from bringing people together with different perspectives to work toward a common goal – to create a better tomorrow. 

• For California based roles the expected salary will be between $75,800 – 109,200

About the role

Finding better ways™ to provide the materials the world needs.

We're looking for a recent graduate in Mining Engineering to work with our Mine Engineering Team at our mine and refinery site based in Boron, California.  We are an open, connected international team of technical specialists using some of the most exciting data and tools on the planet. We are the world leader in automation and smart mining. We have technical development programs that are industry-leading and recognize the unique nature of your role. These provide opportunities to grow your career through a dedicated technical path while being rewarded for your unique skills.

Working in a challenging and exciting environment, within the Mine Engineering team, you will:

• Build a strong technical foundation while gaining hands-on experience at an active min site.
• Collaborate with operations, assist in the development of short, medium mining plans.
• Work closely with operations personnel, monitor plans & support production targets.
• Provide support in the preparation of the annual budget and cost forecasts.
• Participate in meetings focused on planning inputs, performance tracking, and follow‑up actions.
• Spend time in the field engaging with workforce to communicate plans, gain operational insight, and identify improvement opportunities.
• Support the preparation and delivery of presentations to production crews and management on mine performance, production results, and upcoming mine plans.

What you’ll bring

• A commitment to the safety of yourself and your team
• To be eligible for the Graduate program, you must have completed your studies within the last two years (2024, 2025) or working towards graduation in 2026.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering, Earth Sciences, or other related field
• Less than two years of relevant work experience (local and international) (excluding Internships)
• Leadership skills, eagerness to learn and ready for the challenge ahead
• Flexibility and autonomy
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a team
• Valid driving license
• Microsoft Office Excel, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing knowledge
• Experience in Vulcan and/or Leapfrog software is preferred

*To be eligible, you must have the right to work full-time in the United States.

What we offer 

Be recognized for your contribution, your thinking and your hard work, and go home knowing you’ve helped the world progress.

• A work environment where safety is always the number one priority.
• Competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with an annual incentive bonus.
• Access to top-tier family-friendly health programs including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life insurance coverage, and various voluntary benefits. 
• Excellent retirement plan including up to 6% defined company contribution; Generous 401k matching program.
• Attractive share ownership plan.
• Comprehensive leave policies which cover all the moments that matter in life: PTO (paid time off), paid holidays, and paid bereavement leave.
• A generous parental leave policy, which ensures you’re able to spend quality time with your new family.
• Discount programs for leisure purposes and access to Virgin Pulse with incentives supporting your wellbeing.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), which provides confidential counselling or expert guidance for you and your family to help get through life’s challenges.

Our global Graduate Development Program is designed to prepare the leaders of the future through a series of engaging, progressive and future skills activities. Visit our webpage for a detailed overview of our program.

Where you will be working

Rio Tinto Borates is a global leader in industrial mineral supply and science. We supply approximately 25% of the world’s demand for refined borates, minerals essential to life and modern living. We seek to create mutual value by working closely with our investment partners and host communities. Our 20 Mule Team Borax brand pays tribute to our first borates mining operation in Death Valley in 1872.

 Rio Tinto reserves the right to remove advertised roles prior to closing dates

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About Rio Tinto

Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive.

We have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents. Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs – striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards. But we can’t do it on our own, so we’re focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win situations and meet opportunities.

Respect and Inclusion

Rio Tinto is committed to equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel safe, respected and valued. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome but are essential to our success. We treat all our people fairly and with dignity.

Rio Tinto participates in E- Verify to confirm work authorization. Please visit http://www.ucis.gov/ for more information.

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