Principal Geotechnical Tailings Engineer, North America Minerals & Metals

About the role

The Engineer will act as a technical lead for multidisciplinary teams to design civil engineering works related to the management of tailings and mine waste facilities. Working closely with other senior engineers and supported by junior engineers and technicians, the Principal Engineer will be involved in all stages of the design of structures, from concept to design to construction on earthwork projects in the mining and water resources sectors.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-disciplinary project teams for the siting and design of tailings facilities, heap leach pads and water dam projects.
• Participate in the geotechnical investigations and studies on potential siting of tailings sites.
• Design of tailings management structures, mine waste management, geotechnical, Design of Record (DoR), Engineer of Record (EoR)
• Direct the preparation of drawings and technical specifications and willingness to be a Designer of Record or Engineer of Record for mine waste facilities in compliance with GISTM.
• Participate in technical reviews related to effective containment of mine tailings and mine waste.
• Represent the company by presenting at key technical mining related conferences.
• Participate in the training, mentorship, and development of young engineers.
• Participate in the proposal preparation.

Requirements

• University degree in civil or geological engineering and a geotechnical post-graduate degree or equivalent experience.
• Registered as Profession Engineer in Nevada or Arizona or ability to obtain through reciprocity.
• 15+ years of experience leading multidisciplinary teams of large- and small-scale projects with mine waste management components.
• Experience in the design of embankment dams and lined facilities with leak detection.
• Knowledge of slope stability, seepage and stress-strain software and experience in dynamic and seismic analyses.
• Demonstrated ability for teamwork within multidisciplinary engineering teams composed mainly of geotechnical engineers, hydrologists, hydrogeologists and environmental specialists.

Qualifications

• Must possess a professional engineering license in Nevada or Arizona or ability to obtain through reciprocity.

Skills

• Strong leadership and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in geotechnical software and analysis tools.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits
• Employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Paid Time Off
• Leaves of absence options
• Flexible work options
• Recognition and employee satisfaction programs
• Employee assistance program
• Voluntary benefits

Pay

Expected total compensation range is between $165,000 - $225,000 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

Schedule

Full-time position.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits
• Employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Paid Time Off
• Leaves of absence options
• Flexible work options
• Recognition and employee satisfaction programs
• Employee assistance program
• Voluntary benefits