Senior Rock Mechanical Engineer

Boliden Mineral AB; Sweden; On-site; SEK 436,046 - 629,844; Full time

Job summary

Boliden Mineral AB is looking for an experienced Geotechnical Engineer to provide expert support in underground mining operations. The role focuses on ensuring safety and efficiency, contributing to mine design, and performing risk assessments. Candidates should have a degree in relevant engineering, at least five years' experience, and proficiency in English. The position is based at the Boliden office in Sweden, with potential for other locations within Boliden Mines.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of experience in geotechnical engineering within underground mining.
• Strong knowledge of mine design, mining methods, and ground support.
• Proficiency in English and valid B-class driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Provide geotechnical and rock mechanics support to underground mining operations.
• Contribute to mine design and extraction sequencing.
• Conduct geotechnical risk assessments and manage Ground Control Plans.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Mining operations support

Numerical modelling

Risk assessment

Education

BSc or MSc in Mining Engineering, Rock Mechanics, Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering

Job description

Overview

Boliden is a high‑tech metals company that works to guarantee society’s access to base and precious metals through sustainable underground mining. Are you an experienced Geotechnical Engineer looking to influence the future of sustainable underground mining? In this role you will provide expert support across our operations and projects to ensure safe, efficient, and future‑ready mining.

Responsibilities

• Provide geotechnical and rock mechanics support to underground mining operations.
• Contribute to mine design, mining methods, stope design, and extraction sequencing.
• Perform and evaluate numerical modelling for mining applications.
• Support feasibility studies, projects, and technical investigations.
• Conduct geotechnical risk assessments and contribute to Ground Control Management Plans.
• Evaluate ground behaviour, seismicity, and ground support requirements.
• Develop and improve technical standards, tools, and work processes.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver practical geotechnical solutions.
• Mentor and support less experienced colleagues when needed.

Qualifications

• BSc or MSc in Mining Engineering, Rock Mechanics, Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or equivalent.
• Minimum five years of experience in geotechnical engineering within underground mining.
• Strong knowledge of mine design, mining methods, stope design, sequencing, and ground support.
• Experience with geotechnical risk assessment and integration of geotechnical input into mine planning.
• Practical experience with numerical modelling.
• Knowledge of seismicity, ground control practices, and Ground Control Management Plans.
• Proficiency in English.
• Valid B‑class driving licence.

Desired Additional Experience

• Experience from mining projects or technical development initiatives.
• Experience mentoring junior engineers.
• Proficiency in Swedish, or willingness to learn.
• Experience working across multiple sites or within an international organisation.

Working Conditions

The position is based at the Boliden office, with a primary focus on supporting underground mining operations. Other locations within Boliden Mines may also be considered.

Employment Information

Boliden is an equal‑opportunity employer. We encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and viewpoints.