Senior / Principal Geotechnical Engineer

AMC Consultants; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance

Bonus scheme

Mentorship

Exciting projects

Insurance packages

Professional development

Job summary

AMC Consultants is seeking an experienced Senior/Principal Geotechnical Engineer to join our Underground team in North America. You will lead geotechnical studies, provide technical leadership, and mentor engineers across diverse mining projects.

Join a globally connected team with a focus on safety, quality and professional development. This role offers opportunity to work on technically challenging projects and contribute to client success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geotechnical, Civil, Mining Engineering or related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver geotechnical engineering studies, assessments and designs.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to engineering teams.
• Collaborate with clients and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Support project delivery, proposals and business development activities.
• Conduct site visits and field investigations as required.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Project leadership

Risk assessment

Technical reporting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Geotechnical/Civil/Mining Engineering

Tools

Geotechnical modelling software

Job description

AMC Consultants (AMC) is now part of AFRY, bringing together AMC’s specialist mining consultancy expertise with AFRY’s global engineering, project delivery, and sustainability capabilities. This creates a unified global team delivering innovative, data-driven solutions across the full mining lifecycle.

With over 40 years of Mining & Metals experience, 35+ countries of operation, 2,000+ specialists, and ~15,000 reference projects, we support clients to improve performance, resilience, and sustainability from exploration through to operations and closure. Together with AMC’s Mine Smarter approach, we combine technical excellence, analytics, and engineering delivery to unlock value at every stage of a project.

For those who join us, this is an opportunity to work in a globally connected, collaborative environment where your expertise directly shapes real mining outcomes. We are seeking curious, capable, and value-driven people who thrive on solving complex problems and working as part of a high-performing team.

Our values and culture define who we are: we put people first, foster a collaborative and supportive environment, pursue bold innovation, and maintain a strong commitment to technical excellence. Everything we do is grounded in trust, built on integrity and respect, and focused on delivering lasting impact.

We are an Equal Opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can contribute and grow.

Position: Senior / Principal Geotechnical Engineer

Location: North America

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior / Principal Geotechnical Engineer to join our Underground team in North America and provide high-quality geotechnical engineering services across a diverse range of mining and resources projects.

This role will provide the opportunity to work on technically challenging projects across the full project lifecycle, from concept and feasibility studies through to detailed design, implementation and operational support. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams and clients, providing technical leadership, sound engineering judgement and practical solutions to complex geotechnical challenges.

The successful candidate will have strong technical expertise, excellent communication skills and the ability to lead projects and mentor less experienced engineers.

What We Offer

• Work-life balance: Flexible working arrangements that help you thrive.
• Competitive compensation: A bonus scheme that rewards your achievements.
• Mentorship: Learn from experienced mining industry professionals.
• Exciting projects: Engage with leading mining companies on innovative and diverse projects.
• Comprehensive benefits: Generous insurance packages including life insurance and salary continuance.
• Professional development: Reimbursement for tertiary education and further study opportunities.

Salary

The salary package offered for this position will be commensurate with the skills and experience of the successful candidate.

Skills And Competencies

Core functions

• Lead and deliver geotechnical engineering studies, assessments and designs.
• Provide technical advice across mining and engineering projects.
• Undertake geotechnical analysis, modelling and risk assessments.
• Prepare and review technical reports, designs and documentation.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to engineering teams.
• Collaborate with clients and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Support project delivery, proposals and business development activities.
• Conduct site visits and field investigations as required.

Competencies

• Strong technical expertise in geotechnical engineering.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong technical report writing and communication skills.
• Ability to manage projects and technical deliverables.
• Strong client and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to lead, mentor and collaborate effectively.
• Sound commercial and project delivery awareness.
• Commitment to quality, safety and professional standards.

Qualifications And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mining Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Senior Engineer: typically 5–8+ years of relevant geotechnical engineering experience.
• Principal Engineer: typically 10+ years of relevant geotechnical engineering experience, with demonstrated technical leadership.
• Significant experience within the mining, resources or engineering consulting sector is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated experience in geotechnical investigations, analysis, design and technical reporting.
• Experience with relevant geotechnical modelling and analysis software.
• Experience working across mining projects and/or complex engineering environments.
• Demonstrated experience providing technical leadership and reviewing geotechnical deliverables.
• Experience managing client relationships and contributing to proposals and business development is desirable for the Principal level.
• Professional registration or eligibility for registration with the relevant professional engineering body is desirable.
• A strong commitment to safety, technical excellence and professional development.