Principal Geotech - Tailings Engineer - Mining

Careermine; Denver (CO); Presencial; USD 190 000 - 280 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) with matching

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Resumo da oferta

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Principal Geotechnical Tailings Engineer for our Denver, CO office, with options for Scottsdale, AZ or Reno, NV. You will lead multidisciplinary teams on tailings and mine waste facilities, from concept through construction, ensuring DoR/EoR compliance and GISTM standards.

You will guide investigations, design drawings, and technical reviews, mentor staff, and participate in proposals and external conferences, contributing to world-class project delivery.

Qualificações

• University degree in civil or geological engineering with geotechnical emphasis.
• Geotechnical post-graduate degree or equivalent experience.
• Registered Professional Engineer in Nevada or Arizona or reciprocity.
• 15+ years leading multidisciplinary teams on mine waste projects.
• Experience in embankment dams, lined facilities, seepage control, and seismic analyses.
• Strong teamwork across geotechnical, hydrology, hydrogeology and environmental disciplines.

Responsabilidades

• Lead multi-disciplinary teams for siting and design of tailings facilities, heap leach pads and water dams.
• Direct preparation of drawings and technical specifications; act as Designer/Engineer of Record per GISTM.
• Coordinate geotechnical investigations and studies for tailings siting and design.
• Present at technical mining conferences and mentor junior engineers.
• Support proposal development and ensure design integrity from concept to construction.

Conhecimentos

Geotechnical leadership

Tailings investigations

Tailings design

DoR/EoR knowledge

Seepage analysis

Slope stability analysis

Project teamwork

Formação académica

Civil or geological engineering degree

Geotechnical post-graduate degree

Ferramentas

Slope stability software

Seepage analysis software

Finite element analysis (FEA) software

Descrição da oferta de emprego

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

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, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.

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.

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Additional information

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

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug-Free employer EOE/Veteran/Disability

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Worker Type

Employee

Job Type

Regular