Geologist / Geological Engineer

SRK Consulting (UK) Ltd; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive compensation package

Diversity of projects

Employee ownership opportunities

Job summary

SRK Consulting (U.S.), Inc. seeks a Geologist / Geological Engineer in Denver, CO with a hybrid work arrangement.

You will support geological and geotechnical investigations for mining projects, perform mapping, core logging, rock mass characterization, and structural interpretation, and prepare maps and reports. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in geology or related field, strong field geology skills, and the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams; willingness to travel domestically

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in geology or a related geoscience discipline.
• Experience with geological mapping, drill core logging, or rock mass characterization.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to develop sound geological interpretations from field observations and data.
• Eligible to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Support geological and geotechnical investigations for mining projects.
• Perform geological mapping, core logging, rock mass characterization, and structural interpretation.
• Evaluate lithology, alteration, discontinuities, faults, bedding, and other features for mine design.
• Analyze geological, geotechnical, geophysical, and spatial datasets.
• Prepare geological maps, technical figures, analyses, and reports.
• Collaborate with geologists, mining engineers, and other specialists.
• Travel for site visits and field programs as required.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Technical writing

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in geology/geological engineering/geophysics

Master’s degree in geology/geological engineering

Tools

GIS

Geological modeling

Remote sensing

Geophysical interpretation

Python

Job description

Geologist / Geological Engineer - Denver, CO/ Hybrid,

SRK Consulting is an independent, international consulting practice, providing globally integrated consulting services to the international mining and metals sector.

We are seeking a Geologist / Geological Engineer.

Description of Responsibilities:

• Support geological and geotechnical investigations for mining projects.
• Perform geological mapping, core logging, rock mass characterization, and structural interpretation.
• Evaluate lithology, alteration, discontinuities, faults, bedding, and other geological features relevant to mine design and operations.
• Analyze and interpret geological, geotechnical, geophysical, and spatial datasets.
• Support field investigations, drilling programs, site inspections, and data collection.
• Prepare geological maps, technical figures, analyses, and reports.
• Collaborate with geologists, mining engineers, geotechnical engineers, and other technical specialists.
• Participate in domestic and international site visits and field programs as required.
• Bachelor’s degree in geology, geological engineering, geophysics, or a related geoscience discipline.
• Strong foundation in field geology, structural geology, mineralogy, and rock identification.
• Experience with geological mapping, drill core logging, or rock mass characterization.
• Ability to develop sound geological interpretations from field observations and technical data.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong technical writing and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary consulting environment.
• Capability and fitness for intermittent domestic and international travel and fieldwork.
• Candidates must possess valid authorization to work in the United States.

Your preferred skills and qualifications:

• Master’s degree in geology, geological engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience with GIS, geological modeling, remote sensing, or geophysical interpretation.
• Familiarity with Python or other tools for analysis of geological and spatial data.
• Experience in professional consulting services preferred.

SRK Consulting (U.S.), Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, including vets and disabilities.

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.

SRK Consulting (U.S.), Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and persons with disabilities.