Senior Geotechnical / Rock Mechanics Engineer (Underground)

SRK Consulting; Greater Sudbury; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

SRK Consulting is seeking a Senior Geotechnical / Rock Mechanics Engineer for projects in North America and internationally. The role involves consulting on underground and surface mine designs, requiring strong technical skills, project management experience, and proficiency in geological modeling software. Candidates should possess excellent communication abilities and be willing to travel as part of the job.

Benefits

Attractive compensation package

Diversity of projects and clients

Opportunity to purchase shares in the company

Qualifications

• 7-10 years relevant experience in geotechnics.
• Experience in operating mine and consulting is beneficial.
• Hydrogeology experience considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Consult on projects for North American and international clients.
• Provide expertise in rock mechanics for mine design issues.
• Prepare proposals and lead project teams.

Skills

Strong communication and reporting skills

Team leadership

Project management

Education

Professional registration

Tools

3D geological modelling software

2D/3D geotechnical numerical modeling

Job description

Senior Geotechnical / Rock Mechanics Engineer (Underground) - Sudbury, ON, 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 Senior Geotechnical / Rock Mechanics Engineer (Underground).

Description of Responsibilities :

Our team interacts regularly with our other technical groups (structural geology, geology, hydrogeology, mining and geo-environmental), creating substantial opportunity for cross discipline learning and working on a wide range project types. Our intention is to develop and retain strong, experienced technical consultants while developing and applying pragmatic, fit for purpose approaches and solutions to a full range of project sizes and requirements.

The successful candidate will consult on projects for North American and international clients, which will require travel. Assignments will include providing expertise and applying rock mechanics principles to predominantly underground and some surface mine design issues. This work will involve full project scopes from conceptual studies to the detailed design and construction stage, operational support, as well as to the mine closure stage, liaising with other technical specialists as required. The position will include preparing proposals, participating in marketing efforts and developing and leading project teams.

Essential Requirements :

• 7-10 years of relevant experience; operating mine and previous consulting experience is beneficial.
• Proficiency in 3D geological modelling software.
• Proficiency in some 2D / 3D geotechnical numerical modeling skills.
• Substantial practical experience in geotechnical logging / evaluation, including the development and management of geotechnical field evaluation programs.
• Hydrogeology experience considered an asset.
• Strong communication and reporting skills.
• Demonstrated team leadership and project management experience.
• Professional registration or eligibility to obtain it.

As a Senior Consultant, the successful candidate will be expected to create and maintain client relationships and work in a team environment. Strong communication skills and interpersonal capabilities are essential.

This position involves working in multi-disciplinary teams on a range of projects both nationally and overseas; international travel may form a significant part of the role.

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.

Applicants should respond by submitting their CV online by clicking the button below. The candidates under consideration will be contacted directly, no phone calls please.