Senior Geotechnical Engineer – Mining

Klohn Crippen Berger•Phoenix, AZ

6h•Hybrid

About The Position

This role is for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer – Mining based in Phoenix, AZ, focusing on the application of critical thinking to the management of mine waste and water. The position is part of the Mining Environmental Group and offers a hybrid work schedule. The engineer will support and lead tailings storage facility projects through all phases (design, construction, operation, closure) for global mining projects. Responsibilities include contributing to risk assessments, dam safety assessments, and risk-informed decision-making, engaging with clients and suppliers on field programs and design solutions, working with industry software, leading less experienced staff, building client rapport, and expanding knowledge through conferences and training. The role also offers the opportunity to be an ambassador for and potentially an owner of KCB.

Requirements

A degree in civil, geotechnical, or geological engineering, with a track record of continued development
At least 10 years of experience in geotechnical engineering, applied to mining projects.
Eligible to register as professional engineer in the US.
Experience in slope stability and seepage analysis; dam design; earthworks and construction; site investigation and laboratory testing of soils and rock.
An ability to build relationships with multidisciplinary project-based teams
Experience in a safety focused environment with near miss and incident reporting requirements

Nice To Haves

An ability to find creative solutions and know how to present them
A willingness to mentor others and be mentored
An ability to build rapport with clients, colleagues, and industry partners
An ability to be flexible and seek solutions rather than focus on problems

Responsibilities

Support and lead tailings storage facility projects in the design, construction, operation and closure phases for global mining projects.
Contribute to risk assessments, dam safety assessments and risk-informed decision making
Engage with clients, colleagues and suppliers on environmentally focused field programs and design solutions
Work with the latest versions of industry software
Lead less experienced staff through the methodologies of TSF design solutions
Build client rapport that develops projects from feasibility through to mine closure phases
Expand your knowledge by attending conferences and trainings
Be an ambassador for and potentially become an owner of KCB