Junior Geotechnical/Rock Mechanics Engineer

Srk Group; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Compensation package

Employee ownership

Varied projects

Job summary

SRK Consulting in Vancouver, BC, is seeking a Junior Geotechnical/Rock Mechanics Engineer to support both surface and underground mine design projects. The role involves geotechnical characterization, rock mass evaluation, and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.

The successful candidate will contribute from conceptual studies through detailed design and construction, with travel to North American and international sites.

Qualifications

• Degree in geological, mining or geotechnical engineering.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in geotechnical logging, mapping and rock mass characterization is a plus.
• Some understanding of 2D/3D geotechnical numerical modelling is advantageous.
• Ability to work in a team under guidance of a Senior/Principal Consultant.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Based in Vancouver or eligible to relocate.

Responsibilities

• Consult on projects for North American and international clients with travel.
• Conduct geotechnical characterization and apply rock mechanics to mine design issues.
• Manage full project scopes from concept to detailed design and construction, including closure.
• Liaise with other technical specialists across disciplines.

Skills

Geotechnical logging

Rock mechanics

2D/3D modelling

Education

Geotechnical/mining/geotechnical engineering degree

Job description

SRK Consulting is an independent, international consulting practice, providing globally integrated consulting services to the international mining and metals sector.

Junior Geotechnical/Rock Mechanics Engineer

Vancouver, BC, Canada

SRK Consulting is an independent, international consulting practice, providing globally integrated consulting services to the international mining and metals sector.

We are seeking a Junior Geotechnical/Rock Mechanics Engineer.

Description of Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will consult on projects for North American and international clients, requiring travel. Assignments will include geotechnical characterization and applying rock mechanics principles to both surface and underground mine design issues. This work will involve full project scopes from conceptual studies to the detailed design and construction stage, as well as to the mine closure stage, liaising with other technical specialists.

Essential Requirements:

• A degree in geological, mining or geotechnical engineering.
• 1-3 years of relevant experience.
• Practical experience in geotechnical logging, mapping and rock mass characterization will be a benefit.
• Some understanding of basic operating skills in 2D/3D geological/geotechnical numerical modelling packages will be advantageous.
• The ability to work in a team under the leadership of a Senior/Principal Consultant.
• Valid driver’s license
• Based in Vancouver or ability to relocate.

This position involves working in multi-disciplinary teams on a range of projects and may include international travel.

The estimated base pay range for this position is $75,000 to 85,000. The salary offered will be commensurate with relevant skills, knowledge, and experience.

In return for considering a future with us, we offer:

• An attractive compensation package.
• Diversity of projects and clients within a non-hierarchical consultancy environment.
• Opportunity to purchase shares in the company; the SRK Group is an independent group, owned by its employees.