Geotechnical Engineer: Mining Infra & Global Fieldwork

Jobot; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Mentorship

International travel

Job summary

A specialized engineering consulting firm in Elko, Nevada is seeking candidates for a role that focuses on geotechnical and mining projects. This position offers great career growth and mentorship opportunities, as well as the chance for international travel. Responsibilities include conducting geotechnical field investigations, knowledge of soil and rock testing methods, and familiarity with civil engineering tools. Candidates should hold a Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields and possess strong technical writing skills.

Qualifications

• Experience conducting geotechnical field investigations and site characterization.
• Knowledge of soil and rock laboratory testing methods.
• Experience with geotechnical analysis including slope stability, seepage, or settlement.
• Familiarity with Civil 3D, GeoStudio, Rocscience, or related geotechnical modeling tools.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or Engineering Intern (EI/EIT) certification.

Skills

Geotechnical field investigations

Technical writing

Geotechnical analysis

Civil 3D

Soil and rock laboratory testing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Bachelor’s degree in geotechnical engineering

Bachelor’s degree in geological engineering

Tools

GeoStudio

Rocscience

Job description

A specialized engineering consulting firm in Elko, Nevada is seeking candidates for a role that focuses on geotechnical and mining projects. This position offers great career growth and mentorship opportunities, as well as the chance for international travel. Responsibilities include conducting geotechnical field investigations, knowledge of soil and rock testing methods, and familiarity with civil engineering tools. Candidates should hold a Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields and possess strong technical writing skills.