Position Details

Type Full-Time

Experience senior

Exp. Years 10+ years

Education BA/BS and 6+ years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency

Category Engineering (Non-Software)

About this role

This role involves leading geotechnical design and analysis for mining infrastructure, focusing on tailings storage facilities and rock mechanics, with responsibilities for project management and technical review.

Key Responsibilities

Lead geotechnical projects
Perform stability analyses
Manage construction monitoring
Review geotechnical reports
Coordinate with clients

Technical Overview

The scope includes geotechnical evaluations, slope stability analysis, seepage and liquefaction assessments, and construction monitoring, utilizing geotechnical software and engineering expertise.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a senior geotechnical engineer with over 10 years of experience in mine tailings and rock mechanics, capable of leading complex projects and providing technical oversight. They should have a PE license and strong client management skills.

Must-Have Skills

Geotechnical engineeringMine tailings storageRock mechanicsProject management

Nice-to-Have Skills

Soil evaluationSlope stability analysisLiquefaction analysisConstruction monitoringGeotechnical software proficiency

Tools & Platforms

Geotechnical software

Required Skills

Geotechnical engineeringmine tailings storagerock mechanicssoil evaluationslope stabilityseepage analysisliquefaction assessmentconstruction monitoringgeotechnical softwareproject management

Hard Skills

Geotechnical engineeringMine tailings storageRock mechanicsSoil and rock evaluationSlope stabilitySeepage analysisLiquefaction assessmentConstruction monitoringGeotechnical softwareProject management

Soft Skills

LeadershipClient communicationTeam managementTechnical reviewProblem-solvingMentoringProject planning

Certifications

Required

Professional Engineer (PE) License

Preferred

Master's in Civil EngineeringPhD in Civil Engineering

Industry & Role

Industry Mining & Civil Infrastructure

Job Function Geotechnical project leadership and analysis

Role Subtype Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Tech Domains Geotechnical Engineering

Clearance & Visa

Clearance Required None

Visa Sponsorship No

Keywords for Your Resume

geotechnical engineeringmine tailings storagerock mechanicssoil evaluationslope stabilityseepage analysisliquefaction assessmentconstruction monitoringgeotechnical softwareproject managementcivil engineeringsoil mechanicsgeotechnical reportstailings damgeotechnical reviewcivil infrastructureclient communicationteam managementproject leadershipUTliquefaction analysis

Deal Breakers

Lack of PE license, Less than 10 years of relevant experience, No experience with tailings storage, Inability to lead projects, No geotechnical software proficiency

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