Senior Project Geotechnical Engineer – Tailings & Mining Waste Storage

About the role

AECOM is seeking a highly motivated Senior Project Civil/Geotechnical Engineer to support surface mining, mine waste storage and heavy civil infrastructure design and analysis as part of the growing AECOM Mining Division.

Job Summary/Responsibilities

• Provides project leadership in the areas of design, investigation, analysis, construction and operation of tailings and mine waste storage facilities
• Plans, directs, and supervises all operations included in a mid- to large, complex projects or several moderately sized projects with greater risk and complexity, and significant financial impact
• Works with existing and potential clients to provide long-term solutions for mine tailings facilities
• Develops project proposals and works with mining business leader to support and grow Mining practice
• Directs and mentors other technical staff in completing project tasks
• Performs independent technical reviews of engineering reports and design and signs off on work
• May be responsible for Project teams that include 5 or more members often representing multiple disciplines including subcontractor(s)
• Plans, schedules, conducts or coordinates detailed phases of the engineering project, focusing on the design and operations of mine tailings projects
• Provides advice and consultation to client on engineering matters, including compliance with government laws and regulations
• Authorizes reports and prepares/or directs preparation of detailed calculation packages including proper documentation and references

Qualifications

• BA/BS + 8 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License
• Master’s OR PhD in Civil Engineering or related field of study, 12+ years or more of relevant experience
• Demonstrated progressive experience in tailings storage facility design, evaluation (e.g., PSHA analysis, material characterization, liquefaction, seepage, slope stability, and settlement analyses), construction monitoring and operations
• Progressive project experience including task leadership and supervisory roles
• Ability to serve as primary point of contact with the client and develop client relationships
• Familiarity with design reports, drawings and specifications
• Knowledge of standard geotechnical and hydrological software program and evaluations

Additional Information

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment. Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $140000 to $165000 per year.