Technical Lead- Geotechnical Engineering

Klohn Crippen Berger•Greater Sudbury, ON

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Klohn Crippen Berger (KCB) is looking for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join their team in Fredericton, N.B. This role will focus on local and international mining and resource projects, applying experience to the planning, investigation, assessment, design, and construction of tailings and water dams and waste storage for mining clients. Career development can be tailored to support personal preferences, such as becoming a niche technical design specialist, participating in both technical dam engineering scopes and project management, or becoming an all-round dam engineering specialist, including responsible persons or Engineers of Record.

Requirements

A degree in civil or geotechnical engineering
20+ years of relevant experience in civil or geotechnical related projects (preferably for mining or related industries), with a track record of continued development
Eligible to register as professional engineer (P.Eng) in Canada
Working knowledge of geotechnical software packages including PLAXIS, FLAC, and SLOPE/W
General understanding of mining-related regulations and industry best practices
Effective verbal and written English communication skills, with demonstrated report writing skills
Valid driver’s license
Ability to travel domestically and internationally

Nice To Haves

A master’s degree in civil or geotechnical engineering

Responsibilities

Design tailing storage facilities for global mining projects
Participate in dam safety inspections, dam safety reviews, and the development of dam safety systems
Guide, mentor, and train more junior staff through the methodologies of TSF design solutions
Act as senior technical resource within your project team(s) for the delivery of mine waste projects
Build client rapport as projects progress from feasibility through to mine closure
Coordinate with other engineering disciplines to develop well rounded solutions for clients
Prepare technical reports, proposals, and other project specific documentation
Expand your knowledge by attending conferences and trainings