Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Dam & Tailings Projects, Calgary

Klohn Crippen Berger; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Klohn Crippen Berger is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our Calgary team. You will lead geotechnical design and analysis for mine tailings dams, embankments and related facilities, collaborating with clients and multi-disciplinary teams through the project lifecycle.

The role emphasizes project leadership, technical excellence, and mentoring of staff. A Canadian Professional Engineer designation or eligibility is required, with 8–10+ years of relevant experience and advanced

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required with 10+ years’ experience or Master’s/PhD with 8+ years’ experience.
• Registered or eligible to register as a Professional Engineer in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage geotechnical design projects for dams, embankments and tailings facilities.
• Conduct detailed analyses, model development and technical reporting for client reviews.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and liaise with clients from concept through construction.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineers and staff.

Skills

Geotechnical design

CPTu interpretation

Geotechnical software

Dam and tailings design

Project leadership

Proposal/report writing

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering

Master’s Degree / PhD in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

Geotechnical analysis software

Job description

Klohn Crippen Berger is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our Calgary team. You will lead geotechnical design and analysis for mine tailings dams, embankments and related facilities, collaborating with clients and multi-disciplinary teams through the project lifecycle.

The role emphasizes project leadership, technical excellence, and mentoring of staff. A Canadian Professional Engineer designation or eligibility is required, with 8–10+ years of relevant experience and advanced