Remote Geotechnical Engineer

Placements24; Texas; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Comprehensive health, retirement, and

Home office setup allowance

Ongoing tech support

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Geotechnical Engineer to join a global remote team focused on mining projects. The role emphasizes analysis of soil and rock mechanics, design recommendations for open pits, tailings dams, and waste dumps, and collaboration with cross-functional teams from a remote location.

Candidates should have 8+ years in geotechnical or mining engineering, advanced degrees, and proficiency with FLAC, Slide, and GeoStudio.

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Geotechnical Engineering, Mining Engineering, or a related field.
• Demonstrated excellence in geotechnical analysis and reporting.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills for remote teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform geotechnical investigations and data interpretation.
• Conduct stability analyses for pits, tailings, and waste dumps.
• Develop design recommendations for mining structures and support systems.
• Monitor ground conditions and interpret monitoring data.
• Prepare geotechnical reports, risk assessments, and mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with remote and on-site teams to integrate geotechnical considerations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Report writing

Education

Master's or PhD in Geotechnical Engineering, Mining Engineering, or related field

Tools

FLAC

Slide

GeoStudio

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Geotechnical Engineer to join their global remote team. This role is vital for ensuring the stability and safety of mining structures, excavations, and waste disposal facilities. You will provide expert analysis and recommendations based on geological and soil mechanics data, contributing to the safe and efficient design and operation of mining projects worldwide, all from a remote location. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled geotechnical professional who thrives on complex problem-solving and wishes to apply their expertise in a flexible, remote-first work environment, making a critical impact on mine safety and sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform geotechnical investigations, including site characterization, laboratory testing interpretation, and data analysis.
• Conduct stability analyses for open pits, underground excavations, tailings dams, and waste rock dumps.
• Develop geotechnical design recommendations and specifications for mining structures and support systems.
• Monitor ground conditions and performance of geotechnical structures, interpreting monitoring data.
• Prepare comprehensive geotechnical reports, risk assessments, and mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate closely with remote and on-site engineering, geology, and environmental teams to integrate geotechnical considerations.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Geotechnical Engineering, Mining Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in geotechnical engineering, with significant experience in the mining industry.
• Strong knowledge of soil mechanics, rock mechanics, and foundation engineering principles.
• Proficiency with geotechnical analysis software (e.g., FLAC, Slide, GeoStudio suite).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and report writing skills.
• Proven ability to work effectively and collaborate within a remote team structure.

Benefits

• A highly competitive annual salary and potential for performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement providing exceptional flexibility and autonomy.
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and life insurance benefits.
• Allowance for home office setup and ongoing technological support.
• Opportunities for professional development, training, and contributing to industry best practices.