Tailings & Geotechnical Engineer

BBA Consultants; Toronto; On-site; CAD 98,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

BBA Consultants in Toronto is seeking a Mine Waste and/or Geotechnical Engineer to join our Tailings and Mine Waste team. You will design, analyze, and manage mine waste facilities across all project stages—from development to reclamation.

You’ll assist senior engineers with geotechnical investigations, design work, and data analysis, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance. The role includes both office and field work, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and travel to project sites in

Qualifications

• B.Sc. or Master’s Degree in Mining Engineering, Geological Engineering, or Civil Engineering with a focus in geotechnical engineering is required
• Must be working towards gaining your P.Eng License, or have your P.Eng license
• 3 - 9 years of relevant professional geotechnical engineering experience
• Strong academic background and solid understanding of soil and rock mechanics
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, technical writing experience as well as presentation skills is a must
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with a team
• Familiarity with geotechnical design software: SLOPE/W, SEEP/W, Rocscience software suite, FLAC, and other geotechnical software is an advantage
• Ability and willingness to travel to project sites
• Asset: Bilingual in English and/or French

Responsibilities

• Manage and direct geotechnical site investigations, supervise investigation activities, test laboratory materials and prepare technical reports
• Review and supervise civil/geotechnical related construction activities
• Analyze geotechnical engineering including slope stability, seepage and deformation analysis
• Apply rock mechanics principles, including field mapping, geotechnical core logging, rock mass characterization, rock stability assessment, and reinforcement design
• Plan geotechnical instrumentation , supervise installation, monitor and report of results
• Participate in multidisciplinary project teams, including ensuring the technical quality of deliverables
• Collaborate and participate in technical discussions with team members and clients
• Participate in proposal efforts
• Travel to project sites within Canada or internationally

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Soil mechanics

Rock mechanics

Technical writing

Presentation skills

Teamwork

Travel willingness

Education

B.Sc. or M.S. in Mining Engineering, Geological Engineering, or Civil Engineering

P.Eng license (or pursuing)

Tools

SLOPE/W

SEEP/W

RocScience

FLAC

Job description

Your future role on our team BBA is looking for a motivated Mine Waste and/or Geotechnical Engineer to join our Tailings and Mine Waste team from our Toronto office. In this role, you’ll help design, analyze, and manage mine waste facilities such as tailings storage facilities, waste rock dumps, and water management structures throughout all project stages—from development and construction to operations, closure, and reclamation. You’ll assist senior engineers with geotechnical investigations, design work, and data analysis, ensuring all work meets safety and regulatory standards. The position includes both office and field work, including report preparation, design documentation, and construction support.

Type of position: Régulier Your future role on our team BBA is looking for a motivated Mine Waste and/or Geotechnical Engineer to join our Tailings and Mine Waste team from our Toronto office. In this role, you’ll help design, analyze, and manage mine waste facilities such as tailings storage facilities, waste rock dumps, and water management structures throughout all project stages—from development and construction to operations, closure, and reclamation. You’ll assist senior engineers with geotechnical investigations, design work, and data analysis, ensuring all work meets safety and regulatory standards. The position includes both office and field work, including report preparation, design documentation, and construction support. Collaboration is key—you’ll work with multidisciplinary teams (mining, civil, environmental, and process engineers) and occasionally interact with clients and regulators. Over time, you’ll gain hands‑on experience in risk assessments, dam safety reviews, and performance monitoring of mine waste structures. This is a great opportunity to develop your technical and project management skills while contributing to safe, sustainable, and innovative solutions in mine waste management.

With us, you’ll get the opportunity to...

• Manage and direct geotechnical site investigations, supervise investigation activities, test laboratory materials and prepare technical reports
• Review and supervise civil/geotechnical related construction activities
• Analyze geotechnical engineering including slope stability, seepage and deformation analysis
• Apply rock mechanics principles, including field mapping, geotechnical core logging, rock mass characterization, rock stability assessment, and reinforcement design
• Plan geotechnical instrumentation , supervise installation, monitor and report of results
• Participate in multidisciplinary project teams, including ensuring the technical quality of deliverables
• Collaborate and participate in technical discussions with team members and clients
• Participate in proposal efforts
• Travel to project sites within Canada or internationally

Do your qualities and values match our corporate culture?

• Client-oriented
• Adaptable
• Ability to maintain positive peer relationships
• Ability to learn new skills through direct instruction and on your own (self-directed)
• Results-oriented
• Business acumen (internal/external entrepreneurship)

Summary Of Certifications And Job Requirements

• B.Sc. or Master’s Degree in Mining Engineering, Geological Engineering, or Civil Engineering with a focus in geotechnical engineering is required
• Must be working towards gaining your P.Eng License, or have your P.Eng license
• 3 - 9 years of relevant professional geotechnical engineering experience
• Strong academic background and solid understanding of soil and rock mechanics
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, technical writing experience as well as presentation skills is a must
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with a team
• Familiarity with geotechnical design software: SLOPE/W, SEEP/W, Rocscience software suite, FLAC, and other geotechnical software is an advantage
• Ability and willingness to travel to project sites
• Asset: Bilingual in English and/or French

An overview of BBA’s Total Rewards

• Annual base salary $98,000 - $120,500
• Annual premium program for regular employees
• Onsite mobility premium
• Time bank
• Cellphone fee reimbursements
• Group insurance plan from the first day of employment, including disability insurance and a telemedicine program
• Retirement savings plan
• Annual vacation and sick leave
• Premium for employee referrals

BBA considers many factors when determining the annual base salary, including market, education, relevant and demonstrated work experience, technical assessment, qualifications, certifications and other relevant skills.

At BBA, You Get Many Benefits

• Interesting growth opportunities to match your ambitions
• Wide playing field, based on your interests, from technical and team management to project management
• A collaborative team that shares its ideas and knowledge
• A caring environment where everyone’s ideas are listened to and there is no perception of hierarchy
• Growing business with many opportunities
• Access to a leadership program

About BBA

BBA is one of Canada’s leading private consulting engineering firms, with over 45 years of experience serving the energy and natural resources industry. Our people are the foundation of our success. Their passion and excellence have earned us recognition as one of Canada’s Best Employers and Best Managed Companies , and we’re committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels empowered to grow, lead and be themselves. Our teams bring together engineering, environmental and commissioning expertise to deliver practical, innovative and sustainable solutions—from strategy to execution. With 20 offices across Canada, the U.S. and Latin America, we combine local presence with international reach, offering clients close collaboration and field-ready support. Learn more about our culture and projects on LinkedIn or connect with our talent team.