Senior Geotechnical Engineer (Mining)

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Saint-Laurent-de-l'Île-d'Orléans; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental benefits

Well-being program

RRSP matching

Employee stock ownership plan

Group registered retirement plan (RRSP

Job summary

Stantec Consulting International Ltd. in Laval, QC, Canada, is seeking a senior geotechnical engineer specializing in mine tailings management to grow the Tailings and Mine Waste department. The role demands strong leadership, deep geotechnical knowledge in mining, and familiarity with Canadian mining regulations.

On-site work in Montréal area with collaboration across disciplines. Ideal candidates hold a Master’s in Geotechnical Civil Engineering (PhD assets) and 15+ years of mining

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering with geotechnical focus.
• PhD in Civil Engineering is an asset.
• Member in good standing of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ).
• Minimum 15 years of geotechnical experience in mining.

Responsibilities

• Design and plan tailings storage facilities and water management systems with dikes and containment.
• Conduct risk assessments, dam safety reviews, and inspections, analyzing performance.
• Develop closure and reclamation plans per regulatory requirements.
• Oversee technical documentation, support field teams, and collaborate with related disciplines.
• Prepare and contribute to engineering reports meeting technical and regulatory standards.
• Produce deliverables for study phases from Concept to detailed engineering.

Skills

Geotechnical design

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Multidisciplinary teamwork

French proficiency

English proficiency

Education

Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical specialization

PhD in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical specialization

Tools

GEO-SLOPE

PLAXIS/RS2

AutoCAD

MATLAB/Python

FLAC

Job description

Build the foundation for a successful career in geotechnical engineering with a great team. When we say we’re full-service, we mean it. You’ll find us in the office, on site, and in the lab. We work in and outdoors, above and below ground, over and under water, on projects large and small. From field exploration and lab testing to designing and managing the construction of complex geotechnical structures, our team does rock-solid work.

Join our team and discover the opportunities that await.

Stantec is seeking an engineer specializing in mine tailings management to support the growth of the Tailings and Mine Waste department in Montréal. This strategic position requires strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and a solid understanding of the Canadian mining sector.

Key responsibilities

Infrastructure Design and Management

• Design and plan tailings storage facilities (TSFs), waste rock storage facilities (WRSFs), and water management systems, including dikes and containment structures, in compliance with applicable standards.

• Conduct risk assessments, dam safety reviews, and inspections; analyze structural performance and recommend optimization measures.

• Contribute to the development of closure and reclamation plans in accordance with regulatory requirements.

• Oversee the preparation and review of technical documentation, provide support to field teams, and collaborate closely with related disciplines.

Technical Deliverables and Documentation

• Prepare and contribute to the production of comprehensive, rigorous, and high‑quality engineering reports that meet technical and regulatory requirements.

• Produce technical deliverables adapted to the various study phases (Concept, PEA, PFS, FS, and detailed engineering).

• Draft technical memoranda, design criteria, and detailed stability analyses, ensuring clarity, consistency, and traceability of assumptions and results.

If you see yourself in this role, apply today or contact Benjamin Ponchon, your recruiter, on LinkedIn for more information.

Your background

• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical specialization

• PhD in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical specialization (an asset)

• Member in good standing of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ)

• Minimum of 15 years of geotechnical experience in the mining industry

Technical Experience

• Significant experience in the design, stability analysis, and management of tailings storage facilities (TSFs), waste rock dumps, and associated containment structures.

• Strong expertise in geotechnical characterization of mining materials, dam and dike design, and stability analysis of structures.

• Solid understanding of mining operations and tailings management, with proven experience in an engineering consulting environment.

Technical Skills

• Required software: Proficiency with essential geotechnical tools, including GEO‑SLOPE (SLOPE/W, SEEP/W), PLAXIS or RS2, and AutoCAD.

• Additional tools (asset): Experience with FLAC and computational or programming environments such as MATLAB or Python.

Interpersonal Skills

• Excellent communication skills in both French and English, with strong teaching abilities and proven effectiveness in multidisciplinary and multicultural teams.

• Strong critical and analytical thinking, with a demonstrated ability to make sound technical decisions in a timely manner.

Your keys to success

• Experience working in the mining industry, including participation in mine closure and site rehabilitation projects.

• Demonstrated technical contributions through publications or presentations, supported by additional professional certifications.

Sommaire des avantages sociaux: Avantages sociaux au Canada : Les employés à temps partiel et à temps plein auront accès aux avantages sociaux suivants : régimes de soins de santé, de soins dentaires et de la vue, programme de bien‑être, comptes de crédits‑santé et de mieux‑être, régime enregistré d’épargne‑retraite collectif, régime d’actionnariat des employés, compte d’épargne libre d’impôt (CELI) collectif, assurance vie et assurance décès ou mutilation accidentels (DMA), régimes d’assurance invalidité de courte et de longue durée, assistance‑voyage en cas d’urgence, remboursement des frais de scolarité, couverture des frais d’adhésion à des associations professionnelles et congés payés.

Les employés temporaires ou occasionnels auront accès aux avantages sociaux suivants : régime enregistré d’épargne‑retraite collectif, régime d’actionnariat des employés et compte d’épargne libre d’impôt collectif.

Primary Location: Canada | QC | Laval
Other Locations: Canada | QC | Saint‑Laurent
Organization: 1216 EnvSvcs-CA GeoTech East‑Laval QC
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: No
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 26/02/2026 08:02:57
Req ID: 1004503