Senior Tailings & Mine-Waste Engineer

Stantec; Laval (administrative region); On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Group RRSP

Paid time off

Job summary

Stantec in Montréal seeks an engineer specializing in mine tailings management to support 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.

Design and manage tailings storage facilities, water systems, and geotechnical investigations; lead risk assessments and closure planning while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver compliant, high-quality

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Civil Engineering or Geotechnical Eng; PhD considered a major asset.
• Minimum 10 years in mining consulting with deep tailings experience.
• Strong knowledge of TSFs, water management, and geotechnical characterization.

Responsibilities

• Design and plan tailings storage facilities (TSFs) and water management systems.
• Conduct risk assessments, dam safety reviews, and inspections; analyze performance and optimization.
• Develop closure and reclamation plans in line with regulatory requirements.
• Oversee technical documentation and support field teams across disciplines.

Skills

Tailings mgmt

Geotech design

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Master's in Civil Eng

PhD in Geotechnical Eng (asset)

Job description

Stantec in Montréal seeks an engineer specializing in mine tailings management to support 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.

Design and manage tailings storage facilities, water systems, and geotechnical investigations; lead risk assessments and closure planning while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver compliant, high-quality