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Technical Manager
Austin PowderTechnical Manager leading industrial explosives and blasting services for Austin Powder. Directing technical teams, blast optimization, safety compliance, training, incident investigations, and customer support.
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in mine planning, blast design, and optimization while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Proven ability to lead technical teams, manage projects, and enhance explosive product quality through innovative solutions.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Mine PlanningBlast DesignTeam LeadershipRegulatory ComplianceDrone Pilot Certification
ATS Keywords
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Hard Skills
Blast OptimizationPost-Blast AnalysisTechnical AssistanceBlasting Equipment KnowledgeProject Management
Soft Skills
Strong Communication SkillsProblem SolvingTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsTraining Ability
Tools & Technologies
Blasting SoftwareDrone Technology
Certifications & Qualifications
FAA UAV Part 701 License
Industry Keywords
Mining EngineeringExplosives IndustryRegulatory AgenciesBlaster-in-Training ProgramCustomer Performance Review
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Provide leadership, direction, coordination, management, succession planning, and support for technical and blasting services throughout the LLC/Region
- Provide advanced technical assistance for mine planning, blast design, post-blast analysis, blast optimization, and other blasting service needs
- Establish, maintain, and lead a team of technical representatives
- Assure compliance with regulatory agencies and company policies and procedures
- Conduct regular blast audits for safety, efficiency, and compliance
- Be present on customer sites on short notice throughout the LLC/Region
- Lead investigations of product complaints, misfires, flyrocks, and other blasting incidents
- Facilitate the Blaster-in-Training program and annual blaster refresher training
- Develop and maintain proficiency with software and technologies for technical services
- Maintain drone certification requirements and support team drone certification
- Help manage ordering, maintenance, and training of technical blasting equipment
- Develop relationships and internal networks with technical leaders across Austin Powder
- Support manufacturing objectives to improve explosive product quality, performance, and profitability
- Participate in customer performance review meetings
- Understand local, state, and federal governing agency rules and regulations
- Monitor explosives industry news, events, trends, products, applications, and technical advancements
- Assist with responses to RFPs
- Report directly to the LLC/Regional President/GM and participate as a member of the management team
- Manage direct reports based on the size of the technical services team
Requirements
What you’ll need- Completed bachelor’s degree, preferably in Mining Engineering
- Relevant experience in lieu of education may be considered
- 5+ years’ experience as a mining engineer, blaster-in-charge, or related industry experience
- Ability to provide advanced technical assistance in mine planning, blast design, post-blast analysis, and blast optimization
- Knowledge of company products and equipment used in blasting applications
- Ability to lead and manage a team of technical specialists
- Ability to analyze, interpret, evaluate, explain, problem solve, and make decisions
- Willingness to work hands-on with teams
- Strong communication, writing, and presentation skills
- Ability to manage several projects simultaneously
- Strong time management and prioritization skills
- Ability to organize multiple schedules, events, and meetings
- Ability to train internal and external stakeholders on blasting topics
- Ability to identify ideas and develop improved services
- Ability to recognize industry trends and advance innovation
- Must be a licensed drone pilot (FAA UAV Part 701)
- Ability to work in office, plant, and outdoor environments
- Must be located within the LLC/Region
- Ability to travel up to 75% overnight
Benefits
Comp & perks- Great benefits
- Family culture work environment
- Equal employment and affirmative action employer
- Employment opportunities regardless of protected status