Geotechnical Engineer

P&C Recruiting and HR; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

P&C Recruiting and HR is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to ensure stability and safety in mining operations. You will assess ground conditions, design support systems, and work with cross-functional teams on open pit and underground projects.

The role requires geotechnical analysis expertise, 2+ years in mining, and collaboration with planning, operations, and regulatory teams. PE license is a plus. On-site position in Columbia, SC.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Mine Engineering, Geology, or related field.
• 2+ years geotechnical engineering experience in mining (open pit/underground).
• PE license or P.Eng asset.

Responsibilities

• Conduct geotechnical assessments to identify risks.
• Design and implement ground support systems for stability.
• Perform slope stability analyses and recommendations.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams on projects.
• Prepare geotechnical reports for regulatory compliance.
• Maintain geotech block model and numerical stress models.

Skills

Geotechnical analysis

Project management

Team leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical Engineering / Mine Engineering or Geology

Tools

RocScience Suite

Geoslope

Itasca FLAC

Phase 2

Deswik

Vulcan

Job description

Geotechnical Engineer

As a Geotechnical Engineer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the stability and safety of mining operations. Your expertise in geotechnical engineering will be instrumental in assessing ground conditions, designing support systems, and implementing measures to mitigate geotechnical risks. This role requires a strong background in geotechnical analysis, project management, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct geotechnical assessments and site characterizations to identify potential risks.
• Design and implement ground support systems to ensure the stability of mining structures.
• Perform slope stability analyses, modelling, and recommend appropriate designs for both open pit and underground mining.
• Implementing ground support design standards for underground mine development and rehabilitation
• Collaborate with planning, operations, and other stakeholders to optimize mining methods.
• Ensuring ground control audits and quality assurance programs are carried out regularly and documented.
• Ownership of the site Ground Control Management Plan
• Prepare geotechnical reports, analyses, and documentation for regulatory compliance.
• Maintain site Geotech block model
• Maintain numerical stress models
• Stay abreast of industry trends, advancements, and innovations in geotechnical engineering.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Mine Engineering, Geology, or a related field;
• 2+ years of experience in geotechnical engineering within the mining industry (Open Pit and/or Underground).
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or P.Eng would be considered an asset.
• Proficient in geotechnical analysis software and relevant mine engineering tools such as RocScience Suite, Geoslope, Itasca FLAC, Phase 2, Deswik, and Vulcan.
• Experience with open-pit radar and underground monitoring systems
• Ability to log core for Geotechnical properties (RMR, Q', etc)
• Ability to Map Structures
• Strong project management skills with the ability to lead and coordinate multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and environmental considerations in mining operations.