Geotechnical Engineer - Mining Ground Stability & Design

Jerritt Canyon

Elko (NV)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 115,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Jerritt Canyon, located in Elko, Nevada, is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer responsible for evaluating soil, rock, and groundwater conditions critical for mining project safety and efficiency. This role entails conducting investigations, analyzing stability, and designing necessary systems for both open-pit and underground operations.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Mining or Geotechnical Engineering, along with 5-8 years of relevant experience. Opportunities to work closely with various engineering teams are essential for optimizing safety and production.

Qualifications

  • 5-8+ years of mining geotechnical experience.
  • Knowledgeable in rock mechanics and soil mechanics.
  • Experience with slope stability analysis and technical reporting.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct geotechnical investigations including drilling programs and field mapping.
  • Analyze rock mass behavior, slope stability, and soil mechanics.
  • Design stope dimensions and underground ground support systems.

Skills

Geotechnical investigations
Soil mechanics
Slope stability analysis
Ground support design
Advanced numerical modelling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering, Geological Engineering, or Geotechnical Engineering
Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering or Rock Mechanics

Tools

FLAC3D
Rocscience Suite
GeoStudio
Surpac
Vulcan
AutoCAD
GIS platforms

Job description

Jerritt Canyon, located in Elko, Nevada, is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer responsible for evaluating soil, rock, and groundwater conditions critical for mining project safety and efficiency. This role entails conducting investigations, analyzing stability, and designing necessary systems for both open-pit and underground operations.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Mining or Geotechnical Engineering, along with 5-8 years of relevant experience. Opportunities to work closely with various engineering teams are essential for optimizing safety and production.

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