Mine Geotechnical Engineer

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Mine Geotechnical Engineer for a fully remote role with a progressive mining company. You will conduct geotechnical assessments, analyze rock mechanics data, and develop support designs and monitoring programs to ensure stability and safety of underground and open-pit structures.

This remote-first position requires strong communication with site engineers and project managers via virtual platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering or a related field.
• 5+ years of geotechnical experience in mining environments.
• Proficiency with geotechnical software and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Conduct geotechnical assessments and rock mass characterization.
• Develop support designs, monitoring plans, and risk mitigation strategies.

Skills

Geotechnical Engineering

Rock Mechanics

Remote collaboration

Geotechnical software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering

Tools

RS2/RS3 Rocscience

FLAC3D/PLAXIS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a progressive mining company, is looking for an expert Mine Geotechnical Engineer to join their team in a fully remote capacity. This role is critical for ensuring the stability and safety of underground and open-pit mine structures. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting geotechnical assessments, analyzing rock mechanics data, and developing support designs and monitoring programs. This is a remote-first position, requiring excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with site engineers and project managers via virtual platforms. You will leverage advanced geotechnical software and your deep expertise to mitigate risks and optimize mine designs. Join a forward-thinking organization that values innovation and offers significant flexibility for its remote workforce. Your contributions will be vital to safe and efficient mining operations.