Senior Geomechanics/Mining Engineer - Open Pit Leader

ITASCA North America; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Generous paid time off

401(k) with company match

Job summary

ITASCA North America is hiring a Principal Geomechanics/Mining Engineer in Minneapolis, MN. The role entails providing technical leadership, mentoring team members, and expanding client relations in mining geomechanics practice. With a focus on open pit mining, you will guide clients in decision-making regarding slope design and risk management.

A Master’s degree and 15+ years' experience in mining or geotechnical engineering are required. The expected salary range is $150,000–$200,000, with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of relevant post-graduate experience.
• Proven technical excellence in mining geomechanics.
• Experience leading complex technical projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior technical leadership on mining geomechanics projects.
• Develop client relationships and lead proposals.
• Mentor engineers and support project delivery.

Skills

Open pit geomechanics

Slope stability

Rock mass characterization

Geotechnical engineering

Client-facing communication

Education

Master’s degree in relevant engineering field

Tools

FLAC3D

3DEC

UDEC

PFC

Job description

ITASCA North America is hiring a Principal Geomechanics/Mining Engineer in Minneapolis, MN. The role entails providing technical leadership, mentoring team members, and expanding client relations in mining geomechanics practice. With a focus on open pit mining, you will guide clients in decision-making regarding slope design and risk management.

A Master’s degree and 15+ years' experience in mining or geotechnical engineering are required. The expected salary range is $150,000–$200,000, with competitive benefits.