Geotechnical Engineer

Responsibilities

• Ensure the stability and safety of mining operations by analyzing ground conditions and monitoring slope stability across mine property. 
• Install, operate, maintain, and interpret data from geotechnical instruments such as IDS GeoRadar systems, SlideMinders, survey prism arrays, Geokon instrumentation, and other monitoring equipment around the mine site. 
• Provide a biweekly geotechnical report to track geotechnical hazards across mine property.
• Work with the operations team to correct and mitigate geotechnical hazards.
• Provide monthly reports to the engineer of record for the Tailings Impoundment, summarizing waste rock placement on the tailings dam and documenting samples collected.
• Work with consultants and contractors to coordinate ongoing training and support.
• Provide short-range mine planning and survey support as needed.
• Night and weekend on-call Geotech support for IDS GeoRadar systems as needed.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Geological Engineering or equivalent
• 2 plus years of experience as a Mine, Civil or Geological Engineer – preferred. 
• Open Cut and Base Metals Experience – preferred.  
• Experience in MineSight or comparable Mine Planning Software – preferred. 
• Must be able to communicate effectively 
• Must have a Part 107 license or the ability to obtain a Part 107 license. 
• Continuous improvement mindset 
• Valid Driver’s license  
• Ability to be self-directed, team-oriented and work with minimum supervision required.
• Ability to climb stairs/ladders and lift up to 50 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodations.