Senior Geotechnical Engineer – Mining

Phoenix, AZ KCB is a multidisciplinary engineering, geoscience, and environmental consulting firm grounded in our values of Passion, Integrity, and Excellence. With teams across North America, South America, Australasia, and Europe, we bring together global technical knowledge, local insight, and a shared commitment to solving complex challenges that matter. Today's challenges demand collaboration, creativity, and a deep understanding of the communities, industries, and environments we support. Our team collaborates across regions and disciplines to bring practical thinking, technical excellence, and diverse perspectives to every project. We are problem-solvers at heart, delivering lasting solutions that strengthen resilience and benefit future generations.

About the role

Klohn Crippen Berger Ltd. (KCB) is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our Mining Environmental Group in Phoenix, AZ. This role will support and lead geotechnical aspects of mining projects, with a focus on tailings storage facilities (TSFs), mine waste, and water management. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement and the opportunity to contribute to complex, large-scale global projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the design, construction, operation, and closure of tailings storage facilities
• Perform and contribute to risk assessments, dam safety evaluations, and risk-based decision-making
• Collaborate with clients, internal teams, and external partners on field programs and engineering solutions
• Conduct geotechnical analyses, including slope stability and seepage assessments
• Oversee site investigations, laboratory testing, and earthworks activities
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and staff
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships throughout project lifecycles
• Utilize industry-standard software and tools for analysis and design
• Participate in professional development opportunities, including conferences and training

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Geotechnical, or Geological Engineering (or related discipline)
• 10+ years of relevant geotechnical engineering experience, preferably in mining
• Eligibility for Professional Engineer (PE) licensure in the United States
• Located in Phoenix, AZ, or willing to relocate
• Demonstrated experience with dam design, slope stability, seepage analysis, and site investigation
• Strong understanding of soil and rock mechanics, including laboratory and field testing
• Experience working in safety-focused environments with incident reporting requirements
• Proven ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary project teams

Benefits

• Hybrid work environment (3 days in office)
• Annual performance and salary reviews
• Competitive compensation, including performance-based bonuses
• Vacation and leave programs aligned with experience
• Paid overtime and sick leave
• Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities
• A collaborative, mid-sized firm environment with access to global expertise
• PSMJ’s supported track record of profitability, leading to above-average bonus payouts
• Dedication to WEF’s “Four Pillars” of Environment Social Governance framework: Governance, People, Planet, and Prosperity

We are a global organization committed to developing a respectful workplace founded on the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion. We encourage applications from all qualified career seekers, regardless of gender, sex, religion, or nationality.