Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Tailings

Klohn Crippen Berger Ltd.; Tempe (AZ); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Performance reviews

Bonuses

Vacation policy

Paid overtime

Professional development

Global exposure

ESG-focused company culture

Job summary

Klohn Crippen Berger Ltd. seeks a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join the Mining Environmental Group in Phoenix, AZ. You will lead geotechnical work on tailings facilities, mine waste, and water management, supporting complex global projects with a hybrid work setup.

You will mentor junior engineers, perform risk assessments, and collaborate with clients and multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, sustainable solutions. A PE license and mining experience enhance candidacy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Geotechnical, or Geological Engineering (or related discipline).
• 10+ years of 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Dam design

Slope stability

Seepage analysis

Field testing

Team leadership

Client relations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Geotechnical/Geological Engineering

Job description

Phoenix, AZ

KCB is a multidisciplinary engineering, geoscience, and environmental consulting firm grounded in our values of

Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Tailings

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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