Senior Geotechnical Engineer – Mining

Klohn Crippen Berger; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Performance reviews

Bonuses

Vacation policy

Overtime pay

Career development

Global projects

Job summary

Klohn Crippen Berger Ltd. (KCB) in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our Mining Environmental Group.

This role focuses on tailings storage facilities, mine waste, and water management, with responsibilities spanning design, risk assessment, and dam safety evaluations. You will lead and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on field programs, oversee site investigations, mentor junior engineers, and build strong client relationships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Geotechnical, or Geological Engineering (or related).
• 10+ years of geotechnical experience, preferably in mining.
• Eligibility for Professional Engineer (PE) licensure in the United States.
• Located in Phoenix, AZ, or willing to relocate.
• Experience with dam design, slope stability, seepage analysis, and site investigation.
• Strong understanding of soil and rock mechanics with lab/field testing.
• Proven ability to work in safety-focused environments and within multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the design, construction, operation, and closure of tailings storage facilities.
• Perform risk assessments, dam safety evaluations, and risk-based decision-making.
• Collaborate with clients, internal teams, and external partners on field programs and engineering solutions.
• Conduct geotechnical analyses, including slope stability and seepage assessments.
• Oversee site investigations, laboratory testing, and earthworks activities.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and staff.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships throughout project lifecycles.
• Utilize industry-standard software and tools for analysis and design.
• Participate in professional development opportunities, including conferences and training.

Skills

Dam design

Slope stability

Seepage analysis

Site investigations

Team collaboration

Soil & rock mechanics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Geotechnical, or Geological Engineering

Tools

Industry software

Job description

Phoenix, AZ KCB is a multidisciplinary engineering, geoscience, and environmental consulting firm grounded in our values of Passion, Integrity, and Excellence. With teams across North America, South America, Australasia, and Europe, we bring together global technical knowledge, local insight, and a shared commitment to solving complex challenges that matter.

Today's challenges demand more than just technical knowledge; they require collaboration, creativity, and a deep understanding of the communities, industries, and environments that we support. At KCB, our team collaborates across regions and disciplines to bring practical thinking, technical excellence, and diverse perspectives to every project.

We are problem-solvers at heart. Our teams bring passion to complex challenges, integrity to every client relationship and excellence to the solutions we deliver for communities, industries, and future generations.

Guided by our long-term ambition of Globally Connected Excellence and our purpose of Sustaining the Future, we work alongside our clients to deliver lasting solutions that strengthen resilience and benefit future generations.

The Opportunity

Klohn Crippen Berger Ltd. (KCB) seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our Mining Environmental Group in Phoenix, AZ. This role will support and lead geotechnical aspects of mining projects, with a focus on tailings storage facilities (TSFs), mine waste, and water management. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement and the opportunity to contribute to complex, large-scale global projects.

This Role Will Give You The Opportunity To

• Lead and support the design, construction, operation, and closure of tailings storage facilities
• Perform and contribute to risk assessments, dam safety evaluations, and risk-based decision-making
• Collaborate with clients, internal teams, and external partners on field programs and engineering solutions
• Conduct geotechnical analyses, including slope stability and seepage assessments
• Oversee site investigations, laboratory testing, and earthworks activities
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and staff
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships throughout project lifecycles
• Utilize industry-standard software and tools for analysis and design
• Participate in professional development opportunities, including conferences and training

What We Require

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Geotechnical, or Geological Engineering (or related discipline)
• 10+ years of relevant geotechnical engineering experience, preferably in mining
• Eligibility for Professional Engineer (PE) licensure in the United States
• Located in Phoenix, AZ, or willing to relocate
• Demonstrated experience with dam design, slope stability, seepage analysis, and site investigation
• Strong understanding of soil and rock mechanics, including laboratory and field testing
• Experience working in safety-focused environments with incident reporting requirements
• Proven ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary project teams

What We Offer

• Hybrid work environment (3 days in office)
• Annual performance and salary reviews
• Competitive compensation, including performance-based bonuses
• Vacation and leave programs aligned with experience
• Paid overtime and sick leave
• Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities
• A collaborative, mid-sized firm environment with access to global expertise

Along With Continued Career Development, KCB Offers

• Hybrid work opportunities
• Annual performance and salary review
• PSMJ’s supported track record of profitability, leading to above average bonus payouts
• Vacation policy that aligns to your experience
• Paid OT, and sick days
• Dedication to WEF’s “Four Pillars” of Environment Social Governance framework, Governance, People, Planet and Prosperity

We are a global organization committed developing a respectful workplace founded on the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion. We strive to be a workplace where our employees, clients, and the communities in the regions we operate, feel valued and are treated equitable. We respect the uniqueness that makes you, you. We encourage applications from all qualified career seekers, regardless of gender, sex, religion, or nationality.

To learn more about projects you could be a part of check out Projects - KCB (klohn.com) or more details.

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KCB is an award-winning multidisciplinary engineering, geoscience, and environmental consulting firm grounded in Passion, Integrity, and Excellence. With teams across North America, South America, Australasia, and Europe we collaborate globally to solve complex challenges.