Senior Geotechnical Engineer- Mine Waste Solutions

Ausenco; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 111,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Ausenco is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our Mine Waste Solutions Team in Denver. You will lead geotechnical analysis, design, and reporting for tailings storage facilities and related mine infrastructure, while mentoring junior staff and engaging in site investigations and client collaboration.

The role requires a 10+ year background, a Civil Engineering background, and strong report writing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or related field.
• From 10+ years of relevant experience in engineering, with PE certification as a valuable asset.
• Master's degree in Civil Engineering or closely related field preferred.
• Excellent communication and report writing skills.
• Familiarity with international tailings management standards.
• Proven experience in designing tailings storage facilities, waste rock dumps, heap leach facilities and related mine infrastructure.
• Expertise in dam stability analysis, water management, and civil design principles.
• Proficiency in GeoStudio, Slide, PLAXIS (or similar), and Autodesk Civil 3D is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Conduct geotechnical analysis, design, and reporting for tailings facilities and related mine infrastructure.
• Participate in geotechnical site investigations and lab testing programs.
• Prepare high-quality technical reports, proposals, and project documentation.
• Manage design drawings and specifications from scoping through detailed design and construction.
• Collaborate within a multi-disciplinary team to ensure timely project execution.
• Mentor junior staff and support professional development.
• Travel to client sites in the USA and internationally as needed.

Skills

Geotechnical Engineering

Project Leadership

Report Writing

Team Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

Master's in Civil Engineering (preferred)

Tools

GeoStudio

Slide

PLAXIS

Autodesk Civil 3D

Job description

Our Mine Waste Solutions Team is growing, and we are looking for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to work at our Denver location. We are seeking a highly motivated individual with excellent technical and interpersonal skills to work with our talented team in delivering outstanding service to our clients.

About the role:

• Conduct geotechnical analysis, design, and reporting for projects involving tailings storage facilities, waste rock dumps, and other mine infrastructure.
• Participate in geotechnical site investigation/laboratory testing programs and results interpretation
• Prepare high-quality technical reports, proposals, and project documentation to support client needs and project milestones.
• Manage the preparation of design drawings and specifications, from initial scoping studies through to detailed design and construction phases.
• Collaborate effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team, ensuring timely and successful project execution.
• Mentoring junior staff
• Willingness to travel to client sites within the USA and internationally to support project activities.

About you

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related field.
• From 10+ years of relevant experience in engineering, with a Professional Engineer (PE) certification being a valuable asset.
• A Master's degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field is preferred.
• Excellent communication and report writing skills.
• Familiarity with international tailings management standards.
• Proven experience in the design of tailings storage facilities, waste rock dumps, heap leach facilities and related mine infrastructure.
• Expertise in dam stability analysis, water management, and civil design principles.
• Proficiency in GeoStudio, Slide, advanced modelling tools such as PLAXIS (or similar), Autodesk Civil 3D is a strong asset.

Why Ausenco?

We support individual growth and aim to allow you to work in a way that plays to your strengths. Beyond a competitive remuneration package we offer:

Career advancement - Embark on a journey of continuous growth through technical training, mentorship initiatives, and networking opportunities

Work Life Balance – Experience the best of both worlds with our hybrid work model, allowing you to balance office days with working from home; and progressive parental leave benefits to foster family needs and professional life

Holistic approach to wellness – Take a proactive approach to your overall wellbeing. Access to confidential counselling, information services and a benefits program that supports your health & wellness

Accessible leadership team – Work with highly reputable industry leaders who value your contribution.

Our people don’t settle for the status quo. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and want to help set a new standard in sustainability, we’ll help you find your place. This means working with you to develop a unique career path and skillset to match your ambition.

We’re proud of the work we do, and we do it within a culture that is open, honest, and cooperative. We have a history of attracting visionary people who embrace challenges and deliver creative solutions for every project, and your voice is an important part of the conversation.

As a global company we embrace and encourage diversity in its fullest sense – gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, experience, nationality, colour, language, religion, location, disability, education, skills, working styles and time availability. Our work environments are based on mutual trust and respect for the rights and opportunities of every individual.

Salary range: $111,000 - $160,000

Expected Salary: Variation in salary is determined by factors such as qualifications, relevant years of experience, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.

Join us and work a better way.