Mining Geotechnical Engineer: Ground Control & Slopes

P&C Recruiting and HR; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

P&C Recruiting and HR is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to ensure stability and safety in mining operations. You will assess ground conditions, design support systems, and work with cross-functional teams on open pit and underground projects.

The role requires geotechnical analysis expertise, 2+ years in mining, and collaboration with planning, operations, and regulatory teams. PE license is a plus. On-site position in Columbia, SC.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Mine Engineering, Geology, or related field.
• 2+ years geotechnical engineering experience in mining (open pit/underground).
• PE license or P.Eng asset.

Responsibilities

• Conduct geotechnical assessments to identify risks.
• Design and implement ground support systems for stability.
• Perform slope stability analyses and recommendations.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams on projects.
• Prepare geotechnical reports for regulatory compliance.
• Maintain geotech block model and numerical stress models.

Skills

Geotechnical analysis

Project management

Team leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical Engineering / Mine Engineering or Geology

Tools

RocScience Suite

Geoslope

Itasca FLAC

Phase 2

Deswik

Vulcan

Job description

P&C Recruiting and HR is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to ensure stability and safety in mining operations. You will assess ground conditions, design support systems, and work with cross-functional teams on open pit and underground projects.

The role requires geotechnical analysis expertise, 2+ years in mining, and collaboration with planning, operations, and regulatory teams. PE license is a plus. On-site position in Columbia, SC.