Russ Kliche

Russ Kliche is an accomplished engineering professional with extensive experience in the mining industry. Currently serving as an Engineering Manager at Peabody Energy since February 2005, Kliche has held senior engineering roles focused on strategic planning for multiple mines in the Powder River Basin. Previous positions include Chief Engineer at Phelps Dodge's Tyrone Mine, where responsibilities encompassed overseeing high-volume production and ore processing, and progressing through roles at BHP Copper, where Kliche played a key role in both mine planning and the startup of a significant mining operation. Kliche's career began as a Mining Engineer at Shell Mining Company, emphasizing planning and coal quality control. Educational qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Mining and Mineral Engineering from South Dakota Mines and early studies in Computer Science at the University of Minnesota.