Technical Director, Mine Waste Geotech & Heap Leach Design

WSP Global Inc.

Denver (CO)

On-site

USD 180,000 - 240,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

WSP USA is seeking a Technical Director, Civil/Geotechnical Engineer specializing in heap leach facility design to lead our Mine Waste Management Team. This role can be based in Reno, NV or Tucson, AZ, and involves overseeing geotechnical field work, design, and multi‑disciplinary collaboration on challenging mining projects.

The candidate will manage complex analyses, mentor engineers, support proposals, and ensure safety and QA/QC across projects, with travel as needed.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geological Engineering required.
14+ years of post‑degree experience in consulting engineering or mining.
Engineering license (multi‑state preferred).
Experience with tailings management and heap leach facility design in mining.
Strong analytical and technical computation skills.
Ability to lead mid‑ to senior‑level team members and QA/QC adherence.
Excellent leadership, communication, and client liaison skills.

Responsibilities

Manage and execute mine waste geotechnical projects, investigations, and data interpretation.
Lead civil design of mine waste containment facilities, layouts, and design drawings.
Oversee complex geotechnical analyses: soil mechanics, stability, seepage, thermal models, deposition models.
Independently manage projects per client scope and deliver reports on time and within budget.
Lead multi‑disciplinary project teams and contribute to technical proposals.
Mentor junior engineers and promote a safety‑first culture.
Collaborate with professionals to provide trusted, future ready solutions for clients.