Geotechnical Engineer, Mine (Thompson Creek)

Centerra Gold Inc.; Clayton (ID); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Annual incentive bonus

401k retirement plan with company match

Job summary

Centerra Gold Inc. seeks a Geotechnical Engineer for its Thompson Creek Mine in Idaho. This role involves overseeing all geotechnical functions including pit slope design, monitoring, and data analysis. Candidates should have a degree in Mining, Geological, or Geotechnical Engineering and at least 4 years of relevant experience.

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, a 401k plan, and a commitment to diversity and professional development.

Qualifications

• Licensed or eligible to be licensed as a Professional Engineer/Geologist in Idaho.
• Minimum of 4 years experience in open-pit hard rock mining.
• Experience with tailings storage facility monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise in pit slope stability.
• Develop and maintain the Ground Control Management Plan (GCMP).
• Oversee data collection and interpretation of geotechnical data.

Skills

Geotechnical programs management

Slope stability analysis

Communication skills

Risk assessment

Education

Degree in Mining, Geological, or Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

Deswik

RocScience

Flac3d

Leapfrog

Job description

We are looking for a Geotechnical Engineer, Mine to join our Thompson Creek team. Reporting to the Superintendent of Mine Engineering, this role oversees all geotechnical functions at the TCM site, including pit slope design and monitoring, structural and rock mass strength assessments, water and ground control, and QA/QC programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise in pit slope stability, slope angle design, rock mechanics, and structural geology.
• Develop, implement and maintain the Ground Control Management Plan (GCMP) and related QA/QC programs.
• Oversee data collection, monitoring, and interpretation of geotechnical data, including slope monitoring, rock strength parameters, structural geology, hydrogeological data, and tailings storage facility data.
• Collaborate with mine design, planning, survey teams and corporate engineering to integrate geotechnical criteria into mine plans and operations.
• Direct and review work of external consultants and contractors, ensuring studies and designs are completed within budget.
• Develop and implement short‑ and long‑term strategies to improve slope stability programs and lead instrumentation and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide timely technical reports and presentations to internal and external stakeholders.
• Use industry‑standard software (e.g., Deswik, RocScience, Flac3d, Leapfrog) for data analysis and modelling.
• Uphold and enforce site safety policies, procedures and regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support mine operations and corporate objectives.

Qualifications

• Licensed or eligible to be licensed as a Professional Engineer/Geologist in Idaho.
• Degree in Mining, Geological, or Geotechnical Engineering with a minimum of 4 years experience in open‑pit hard rock mining related to rock mechanics and slope stability.
• Experience managing open‑pit hard‑rock mine geotechnical programs.
• Experience with tailings storage facility monitoring.
• Experience with slope stability software.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to lead investigations and programs such as drilling, field testing, and instrumentation.
• Knowledge of open‑pit mining and tailings storage facilities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills.
• Superior interpersonal and relationship‑building abilities; capacity to work independently and in a team.
• Knowledgeable in risk assessment processes.

Benefits

• PTO
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• 401k retirement plan with company match
• Healthcare spending account
• Annual incentive bonus
• Employee share purchase plan with company match
• Reimbursements on work gear and equipment
• Professional development within the organization
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Location: Thompson Creek Mine, Idaho.