Katy Dorfschmidt

Katy Dorfschmidt is a Senior Geotechnical Engineer at Eagle Mine, where Katy has worked since May 2020, also serving as Geotechnical Engineer Lead. Prior experience includes a role as a Geotechnical Engineer at Golder Associates from April 2017 to May 2020, providing geotechnical and mining engineering services for mining companies. Katy's background also encompasses work as a Mine Geologist at Kinross Gold Corporation from May 2013 to April 2017, focusing on ore control duties, geologic mapping, and highwall stability monitoring. Additional experience includes internships at Goldcorp Wharf Resources and Carlota Copper Company, as well as serving as a Student Director at South Dakota School of Mines and Technology. Katy holds a Master of Engineering in Mining, Geological, and Geophysical Engineering from the University of Arizona and a Bachelor of Science in Geological/Geophysical Engineering from South Dakota Mines.