Senior Geotechnical Engineer — Open Pit Stability

Cripple Creek & Victor Mining Company

Colorado

On-site

USD 125,000 - 140,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

medical/dental/vision insurance

employee share purchase plan

PTO

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Job summary

SSR Mining Inc. is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to assess and mitigate geotechnical hazards across CC&V Mine in Colorado.

You will lead slope stability, highwall monitoring, and ground control programs, interfacing with operations, drill & blast, and processing teams to ensure safe production. With 7+ years in mining geotech and strong experience in Leapfrog, RocScience, and MinePlan, you will mentor staff and drive continuous improvement through data analysis and robust risk

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Geomechanics, Geological Engineering or related field.
7+ years’ experience in mining operations or geology.
3+ years’ experience with Leapfrog, Point Studio, RocScience Suite, and MinePlan or similar software packages.
Python experience preferred.
Core logging experience.
Strong presentation, facilitation, writing and consultation skills.
Ability to analyze data and make recommendations in a timely manner.
Excellent interpersonal, negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

Identification and evaluation of geotechnical risks and opportunities.
Geotechnical core logging to determine rock mass strength.
Strong understanding of open pit blasting techniques and controls.
Understanding of 3-D geologic models and slope stability impacts.
Perform slope stability, structural, and rockfall hazard analysis.
Experience with bench scale and inter-ramp slope design compliance.
Working competence in surface stability software programs.
Ensure highwall monitoring systems are reliable and TARPs are in place.
Coordinate drilling campaigns to map underground workings.
Develop or maintain mapping procedures and data collection.
Develop geotechnical hazard models based on site conditions.
Perform geotechnical improvement reviews and ensure compliance with ground control plan.
Explain geotechnical risks to decision makers and justify cost-benefit analyses.
Complete highwall reconciliations and guide drill and blast to protect highwalls.