Rock Mechanics Engineer – Safer, Smarter Underground Mining

Boliden Mineral AB; Västerbottens län; On-site; SEK 450,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Boliden Mineral AB is seeking a Rock Mechanics Engineer to enhance safety and efficiency in mining operations at its Västerbotten locations. This role involves conducting geotechnical assessments and providing operational support to ensure safe underground environments.

The ideal candidate will hold a BSc in Mining Engineering and have experience in geotechnical investigations, with excellent analytical skills and a collaborative approach to problem-solving. Proficiency in English and willingness to learn Swedish are key requirements.

Qualifications

• Strong technical expertise in rock mechanics and geotechnical engineering.
• Experience working in hard rock underground mining environments.
• Knowledge of mine stability principles.

Responsibilities

• Conduct geotechnical assessments and stability analyses.
• Provide operational geotechnical support to mining operations.
• Support numerical stress modelling and data collection.

Skills

Geotechnical investigations

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Communication (English)

Education

BSc in Mining Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Boliden Mineral AB is seeking a Rock Mechanics Engineer to enhance safety and efficiency in mining operations at its Västerbotten locations. This role involves conducting geotechnical assessments and providing operational support to ensure safe underground environments.

The ideal candidate will hold a BSc in Mining Engineering and have experience in geotechnical investigations, with excellent analytical skills and a collaborative approach to problem-solving. Proficiency in English and willingness to learn Swedish are key requirements.