Junior Geotechnical/Rock Mechanics Engineer

SRK Consulting; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

SRK Consulting is seeking a Junior Geotechnical/Rock Mechanics Engineer in Vancouver, BC, Canada. You will work on geotechnical characterization and rock mechanics for surface and underground mine design on projects for North American and international clients.

The role covers from conceptual studies to detailed design and construction, including mine closure, with travel required and collaboration in multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Degree in geological, mining or geotechnical engineering.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with geotechnical logging, mapping and rock mass characterization is a plus.
• Understanding of 2D/3D geological/geotechnical modelling packages is advantageous.
• Ability to work in a team under supervision of a Senior/Principal Consultant.
• Valid driver's license.
• Based in Vancouver or willing to relocate.

Responsibilities

• Consult on projects for North American and international clients with travel.
• Characterize geotechnical data and apply rock mechanics to surface and underground mine design issues.
• Manage full project scopes from conceptual studies to detailed design, construction, and closure.

Skills

Geotechnical logging

Rock mass characterization

2D/3D modelling

Team collaboration

Driver's license

Willingness to relocate

Education

Geotechnical/Geological/Mining engineering degree

Job description

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.