NGM - Open Pit Geotechnical Engineer

Nevada Gold Mines; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

401k with employer contribution and

Paid time off

Employee clinics

Stock purchase program

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Nevada Gold Mines is building an internal geotechnical design team to develop designs for our open pits and waste rock storage facilities. We are looking for Open Pit Geotechnical Engineers to join our internal geotechnical design team.

The successful candidate will assist in developing and guiding projects from scoping through active mining to closure, and will work with a diverse, safety‑driven team across the portfolio in Nevada.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geological Engineering or related field.
• Hands-on geotechnical experience at an active open pit mine site.
• Strong understanding of soil and rock properties and slope design.
• Experience with Rocscience, Maptek, LeapFrog, Deswik, Vulcan preferred.
• Python programming highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Data collection and assessment of rock mass and rock fabric properties including logging of drill holes and excavations.
• Interpretation of laboratory and field testing of soil and rock materials, rock mass anisotropy and effects on slope performance.
• Develop standard operating procedures for geotechnical logging, analyses, and design.
• Geotechnical engineering analyses using Rocscience suite, Maptek IRC tool, LeapFrog, Deswik, Vulcan, etc.
• Perform slope design compliance.
• Develop geotechnical slope designs at bench, inter-ramp, and overall slope scales.
• Preparation of technical memos and/or reports.
• Strong written and oral communication skills with various personnel levels.
• Collaborate with site geotechnical engineering and planning teams to coordinate field activities, schedule projects, and develop slope design criteria.
• Mentoring staff on geotechnical engineering principles and techniques.
• Supervisory experience of engineers and technicians preferred.

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Would you like to have a career with a collaborative, diverse, and dynamic mining company? We have an exciting opportunity for you!

Position Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Would you like to have a career with a collaborative, diverse, and dynamic mining company? We have an exciting opportunity for you!

Nevada Gold Mines is building an internal geotechnical design team to develop designs for our open pits and waste rock storage facilities. We are looking for Open Pit Geotechnical Engineers to join our internal geotechnical design team.

The successful candidate will assist in developing and guiding projects within the Nevada Gold Mines portfolio at all stages of development from scoping level to active mining through closure.

At Nevada Gold Mines, our vision is to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and operating the best assets with the best people. We are committed to a safe work environment sending every person home safe and healthy every day and leaving a sustainable legacy on our host communities.

Responsibilities

• Data collection and assessment of rock mass and rock fabric properties including logging of drill holes and excavations
• Interpretation of laboratory and field testing of soil and rock materials, rock mass anisotropy and effects on slope performance
• Develop standard operating procedures for geotechnical logging, analyses, and design
• Geotechnical engineering analyses using Rocscience suite of surface stability software programs, Maptek IRC tool, LeapFrog, Deswik, Vulcan, etc.
• Perform slope design compliance
• Develop geotechnical slope designs at the bench, inter-ramp, and overall slope scales
• Preparation of technical memos and/or reports
• Strong written and oral communication skills with various personnel levels
• Collaborate with site geotechnical engineering and planning teams to coordinate field activities, schedule projects, and develop slope design criteria
• Mentoring staff on geotechnical engineering principals and techniques

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geological Engineering or related field required
• Minimum of 3 years hands-on geotechnical experience at an active open pit mine site required
• Hands-on experience with data collection and assessment of rock mass and rock fabric properties required
• Strong understanding of soil and rock soil properties, anisotropy and effects on slope design required
• Understanding of soils and rock deformability properties and characteristics preferred
• Understanding and experience with open pit blasting techniques and controls preferred
• Strong understanding of slope design workflows at the bench to overall slope scales preferred
• Strong competence in Rocscience suite of surface stability software programs, Maptek IRC tool, LeapFrog required
• Competent in use of Deswik and/or Maptek Vulcan preferred
• Understanding of 3-D geologic model inputs and development, and impacts on slope stability and design required
• Experience with bench scale and inter-ramp scale slope design compliance required
• Experience with Python programming highly regarded
• Demonstrated ability for developing and sustaining short term and long term projects preferred
• Must be able to work in a team environment required
• Supervisory experience of engineers and technicians preferred

What We Can Offer You

• A comprehensive compensation package including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plan with national provider networks, a 401k retirement plan with employer contribution AND employer match, paid time off, company-sponsored medical clinics, company match share purchase program, and much more!
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.
• Endless opportunities to grow and learn with industry colleagues.
• Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organization.
• Nevada Gold Mines is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer

About Us

Our mission is to be the world’s most valued gold and copper mining business. We are committed to partnering with our host countries and communities to transform their natural resources into tangible benefits and mutual prosperity.

Barrick is a leading global mining, exploration and development company. With one of the largest portfolios of world-class and life-long gold and copper assets in the industry - including six of the world's Tier One gold mines - Barrick's operations an projects span 18 countries and five continents. Barrick is also the largest gold producer in the United States. We create real, long-term value for all stakeholders through responsible mining, strong partnerships, and a disciplined approach to growth. Barrick shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "B" and on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol "ABX".

About The Team

Nevada Gold Mines (NGM) is a joint venture between Barrick (61.5%) and Newmont (38.5%) that combined our significant assets across Nevada in 2019 to create the single largest gold-producing complex in the world. NGM produces approximately 3.5 million ounces of gold a year. The massive mining operation comprises eight mines along with their associated infrastructure and processing facilities and hosts three of Barrick’s Tier One assets: Carlin, Cortez, and Turquoise Ridge. At NGM, our mission is to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and owning the best assets, with the best people, to deliver sustainable returns for our owners and partners.