Elijah L.
Senior Mining Engineer
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Elijah R. is a skilled Mining Engineer with over 7 years of experience in both underground caving and open pit operations. His expertise lies in mining studies, Life-of-Mine (LOM) planning, and production scheduling, which he has honed through his work with companies like Philex Mining Corporation and Filminera Resources Corporation (B2Gold). At Philex, Elijah successfully delivered an LOM optimization study, extending mine life and significantly reducing capital expenses, while also managing production planning for large-scale operations. His work with Filminera involves developing strategic mine plans and designing efficient drill and blast plans. Elijah is proficient in industry-specific software such as GEOVIA PCBC for LOM planning and VentSim for ventilation modelling. He is pursuing an MBA at the Quantic School of Business and Technology, further broadening his business acumen in the mining sector.
Experience
Underground Mining Engineer
Philex Mining Corporation – Padcal Block Cave · 2019 — 2025Executed an optimization study for Life-of-Mine (LOM) using PCBC, contributing to mine life extension. Led multiple mining studies at the PFS/FS level, facilitating a reduction in CapEx. Designed layouts for block caves, coordinated the commissioning sequence of drawpoints, and managed production schedules. Developed strategies for ventilation and airflow models to support expansion into deeper underground areas. Introduced new development methodologies, enhancing efficiency and reducing costs. Compiled and delivered technical reports, study documents, and recommendations for senior stakeholders. Collaborated with cross-functional teams including geology, geotechnical, ventilation, and operations to provide study inputs. Oversaw production planning for 25,000 TPD underground operations.Mining Engineer
Filminera Resources Corporation (B2Gold) · 2025 — PresentCreate Life-of-Mine plans, design pit and stage layouts, and formulate production schedules that align with strategic objectives and budget constraints. Generate weekly, rolling, and annual mine plans to aid operational and strategic planning cycles. Develop plans for drilling and blasting that enhance fragmentation and operational efficiency. Participate in cost optimization and operational studies, including assessing new dust suppression technologies. Work in conjunction with geology, geotechnical, and operations teams to achieve integrated planning results.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- MBAQuantic School of Business and Technology · 2025 — Present
- Graduate Studies in Mining & FinanceUniversity of British Columbia · 2022 — Present
- BS Mining EngineeringSaint Louis University · 2018 — Present