Senior Mine Rock Mechanics Lead

WSP; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Lead Rock Mechanics Engineer to join our Mine Engineering and Stability team in Tucson, AZ, with consideration for Denver, CO and Reno, NV.

You will provide geotechnical engineering support for worldwide projects, lead the multi-disciplinary mine stability team, and apply rock mechanics expertise to solve complex surface and underground mining challenges while mentoring junior staff and collaborating with Principals.

Qualifications

• 8–12+ years of relevant experience in a consulting engineering or mining industry environment.
• Professional Engineer registered license.
• Strong ability to establish and maintain client relationships.
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Consult on open pit and underground mining projects for domestic and international clients.
• Direct mining rock mechanics projects including field investigations, laboratory testing, design and interpretation.
• Review geotechnical analyses with a focus on rock mechanics and provide technical expertise.
• Manage QA/QC and project risks in coordination with Principals.
• Lead and mentor junior staff and participate in hiring and performance reviews.

Skills

Rock mechanics

Geotechnical engineering

Leadership

Client relationship management

Technical writing

Communication

QA/QC leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mining/Geotechnical/Geological Engineering

Master’s Degree in Mining/Geotechnical/Geological Engineering

Job description

WSP is seeking a Lead Rock Mechanics Engineer to join our Mine Engineering and Stability team in Tucson, AZ, with consideration for Denver, CO and Reno, NV.

You will provide geotechnical engineering support for worldwide projects, lead the multi-disciplinary mine stability team, and apply rock mechanics expertise to solve complex surface and underground mining challenges while mentoring junior staff and collaborating with Principals.