Principal Geotech - Tailings Engineer - Mining

AtkinsRealis USA Inc.; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 190,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and disability benefits

401(k) with 100% vesting

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Flexible work options

Recognition programs

Employee assistance program

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis seeks a Principal Geotechnical Tailings Engineer to lead tailings facility siting and design in Denver, CO, with options for Scottsdale, AZ or Reno, NV. You will oversee multidisciplinary teams, deliver design drawings, and ensure adherence to GISTM.

The candidate brings 15+ years of geotechnical leadership, embankment dam experience, and PE licensure or reciprocity. Collaboration with hydrologists, environmental specialists, and other engineers is essential.

Qualifications

• 15+ years leading multidisciplinary teams on mine waste projects.
• Experience in embankment dam and lined facilities design.
• Knowledge of slope stability, seepage, and stress–strain analysis.
• Ability to obtain PE in NV/AZ or via reciprocity.
• Experience with DoR/EoR responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-disciplinary project teams for tailings facility siting and design.
• Direct preparation of drawings and technical specifications.
• Represent the company at mining conferences and mentor junior engineers.
• Participate in proposal preparation and client engagement.
• Ensure compliance with GISTM and industry standards.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Project leadership

Tailings facility design

Seismic analysis

Team mentorship

Regulatory compliance

Effective communication

Education

PE license (Nevada or Arizona)

Civil/Geotechnical engineering degree

Geotechnical postgraduate degree

Tools

Geotechnical design software

DoR/EoR knowledge

Slope stability analysis tools

Job description

Job Description Overview

The North America Minerals & Metals division is currently seeking a Principal level Geotechnical Tailings Engineer to join our Denver, CO office. Consideration will also be given to candidates who can work from our Scottsdale, AZ or Reno, NV offices. The Principal Engineer will act as a technical lead for multidisciplinary teams to design civil engineering works related to the management of tailings and mine waste facilities. Working closely with other senior engineers and supported by junior engineers and technicians, the Principal Engineer will be involved in all stages of the design of tailings management structures, from concept to design to construction on earthwork projects in the mining and water resources sectors.

Your role

Lead multi-disciplinary project teams for the siting and design of tailings facilities, heap leach pads and water dam projects. Must have experience in geotechnical investigations and studies on potential siting of tailings sites. Must have experience in the design of tailings management structures, mine waste management, geotechnical, Design of Record (DoR), Engineer of Record (EoR) Direct the preparation of drawings and technical specifications and willingness to be a Designer of Record or Engineer of Record for mine waste facilities in compliance with GISTM. Participate in technical reviews related to effective containment of mine tailings and mine waste. Represent the company by presenting at key technical mining related conferences. Participate in the training, mentorship, and development of young engineers. Participate in the proposal preparation.

About you

University degree in civil or geological engineering and a geotechnical post-graduate degree or equivalent experience. Registered as Profession Engineer in Nevada or Arizona or ability to obtain through reciprocity. 15+ years of experience leading multidisciplinary teams of large- and small-scale projects with mine waste management components. Demonstrated experience in the design of embankment dams and lined facilities with leak detection. Knowledge of slope stability, seepage and stress‑strain software and experience in dynamic and seismic analyses. The candidate must possess a demonstrated ability for teamwork within multidisciplinary engineering teams composed mainly of geotechnical engineers, hydrologists, hydrogeologists and environmental specialists.

Rewards & benefits

Rewards & benefits At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include:

• medical
• dental
• vision
• company-paid life and short-and long-term disability benefits
• employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting
• employee stock purchase plan
• Paid Time Off
• leaves of absences options
• flexible work options
• recognition and employee satisfaction programs
• employee assistance program
• voluntary benefits

You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.

About AtkinsRéalis

About AtkinsRéalis We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people. Find out more.

Additional information

Expected compensation range is between $190,000 - $280,000 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

Equal Opportunity

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