Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Tailings & Mining (Hybrid)

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

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.