Technical Director, Heap Leach & Geotechnical Design

WSP in the U.S.; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

Retirement savings plan

Flexible workplace model

Job summary

A leading engineering firm seeks a Technical Director, Civil/Geotechnical Engineer to join their Mine Waste Management Team in Tucson, Arizona. This role involves managing geotechnical engineering projects, leading the design of mine waste facilities, and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s in Civil or Geological Engineering and over 14 years of experience, ideally in the mining sector. Strong leadership and analytical skills are vital. Competitive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 14+ years of relevant experience in consulting engineering or mining.
• Engineer license required, multi-state preferred.
• Experience with tailings management and heap leach facility design.

Responsibilities

• Manage mine waste geotechnical engineering projects.
• Lead civil design of mine waste containment facilities.
• Scope and review complex geotechnical analyses.

Skills

Soil mechanics

Geotechnical engineering

Leadership

Analytical skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Geological Engineering

Master’s Degree preferred

Tools

Engineering software packages

Job description

A leading engineering firm seeks a Technical Director, Civil/Geotechnical Engineer to join their Mine Waste Management Team in Tucson, Arizona. This role involves managing geotechnical engineering projects, leading the design of mine waste facilities, and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s in Civil or Geological Engineering and over 14 years of experience, ideally in the mining sector. Strong leadership and analytical skills are vital. Competitive benefits offered.