Senior Geotechnical Engineer – Tailings & Dam Safety

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 117,800 - 176,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is looking for a Senior Civil or Geotechnical Engineer in Denver, Colorado. This role involves contributing to significant mining and dam safety projects, leading teams through the project lifecycle, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have a minimum of 15 years’ experience and a Master’s in Civil Engineering. The position offers opportunities for professional development and travel for on-site inspections.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years of experience in civil or geotechnical engineering projects.
• Existing professional registration (P.E.) or ability to obtain within 3-6 months.
• Experience with water dam and/or tailings management.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to innovative team environment for engineering solutions.
• Lead and review geotechnical projects throughout the project lifecycle.
• Perform and review advanced geotechnical analyses using industry-standard tools.

Skills

Geotechnical analysis

Technical writing

Client relationship management

Team leadership

Risk management

Education

M.S. in Civil Engineering

Tools

GeoStudio

Rocscience

FLAC

Job description

A leading engineering firm is looking for a Senior Civil or Geotechnical Engineer in Denver, Colorado. This role involves contributing to significant mining and dam safety projects, leading teams through the project lifecycle, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have a minimum of 15 years’ experience and a Master’s in Civil Engineering. The position offers opportunities for professional development and travel for on-site inspections.