Senior Geotechnical Engineer — Dams & Field Leadership

Knight Piesold USA; Tucson (AZ); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) / Roth 401(k) with employer matching

Health insurance including prescription drugs

Paid time off (Vacation, Sick, Holiday)

Job summary

A premier engineering firm in Tucson, Arizona, is seeking a Mid-Senior level Geotechnical Engineer. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree in Civil Engineering and over 10 years of experience in designing and constructing mining-related facilities. Responsibilities include overseeing geotechnical investigations, conducting analyses, and mentoring junior engineers. Benefits include comprehensive health insurance, flexible work schedules, and professional development assistance. This full-time position is suited for individuals who thrive in both office and field environments.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in design and construction of mining and/or tailings facilities.
• Registered as a Professional Engineer (PE).
• Strong proficiency in geotechnical software and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Direct field work programs associated with geotechnical site investigations.
• Provide technical review of study reports and specifications.
• Develop or lead the development of clear reports to clients.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Field work program management

Data analysis from laboratory testing

Technical report writing

Project management

Client liaison

Mentoring and staff development

Education

Master’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Slope stability software (GeoStudio/RocScience)

gINT

FLAC

PLAXIS

Civil 3D

Job description

A premier engineering firm in Tucson, Arizona, is seeking a Mid-Senior level Geotechnical Engineer. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree in Civil Engineering and over 10 years of experience in designing and constructing mining-related facilities. Responsibilities include overseeing geotechnical investigations, conducting analyses, and mentoring junior engineers. Benefits include comprehensive health insurance, flexible work schedules, and professional development assistance. This full-time position is suited for individuals who thrive in both office and field environments.