Junior Rock Mechanics Engineer – Mining Projects

Equilibrium Mining; Portland, Northern (OR, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Equilibrium Mining is seeking Junior to Intermediate Rock Mechanics Engineers to join our growing team in the United States, supporting open pit and underground mining projects. You will contribute to data collection, field programs, analysis, design, and optimization of rock engineering solutions in collaboration with experienced engineers.

The role emphasizes field work, interpretation of geotechnical data, and the preparation of technical reports, with a focus on slope stability, excavations,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Geotechnical Engineering, Geological Engineering, Mining Engineering, Civil Engineering or related field.
• 0–2 years of relevant experience in rock mechanics or geotechnical engineering.
• Basic working knowledge in Rocscience suite is an asset.
• Understanding of rock mass classification systems (RMR, Q-system).
• Familiarity with open pit and underground mining environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform field work in support of geological, geotechnical and hydrogeological investigations.
• Interpret geological and geotechnical data.
• Conduct geotechnical analyses for open pit slopes and underground excavations.
• Prepare technical reports, documentation, and presentations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across mining, geology, and operations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Rock mechanics

Rocscience suite

Education

Geotechnical/Civil/Mining Engineering degree (B.S./M.S./Ph.D.)

Tools

Rocscience

Job description

Equilibrium Mining is seeking Junior to Intermediate Rock Mechanics Engineers to join our growing team in the United States, supporting open pit and underground mining projects. You will contribute to data collection, field programs, analysis, design, and optimization of rock engineering solutions in collaboration with experienced engineers.

The role emphasizes field work, interpretation of geotechnical data, and the preparation of technical reports, with a focus on slope stability, excavations,