Senior Rock Mechanic Engineer
WSP•Mississauga, ON
•CA$122,100 - CA$179,100•Onsite
About The Position
Shape the Future of Mining Stability and Safety. Join a team delivering some of Canada’s most complex open pit and underground mining projects. As a Senior Rock Mechanics Engineer, you will be a key technical contributor, leading geomechanical analysis and design across the full mining lifecycle—from early-stage studies through detailed design and construction. Working within multidisciplinary teams, you will help develop safe, efficient, and innovative solutions in challenging rock environments while influencing project outcomes and mentoring future talent.
Requirements
- 10–15 years of experience in rock mechanics across underground and open pit mining environments
- Strong expertise in underground excavation design, ground support systems, and site investigations
- Proficiency in numerical modelling tools (e.g., RS2/RS3, FLAC3D, PLAXIS or equivalent)
- Solid understanding of mining methods, ground control practices, and hydro-mechanical interactions
- Proven ability to deliver complex projects from study phases through implementation
- Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Canada or eligible for registration
- Strong technical writing, analytical thinking, and communication skills
- Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to mentor and guide technical teams
- Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to project sites
Responsibilities
- Lead rock mechanics analysis and design for underground and open pit mining projects across Canada
- Design and evaluate excavation stability, including stopes, shafts, drifts, and slopes
- Deliver advanced geomechanical analyses using numerical modelling and limit equilibrium methods
- Oversee geotechnical investigation programs, structural geology assessments, and data interpretation
- Guide project delivery by developing scopes, schedules, budgets, and technical strategies
- Mentor junior engineers and promote best practices across multidisciplinary teams
- Build strong client relationships and act as a trusted advisor on geomechanical risks
- Contribute to technical innovation, continuous improvement, and industry-leading standards
Benefits
- Flexible work, real balance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
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