Senior Geotechnical Engineer (Tailings and Dams)

Hire Resolve is assisting a prominent Geotechnical Engineering firm in Englewood, CO, in their search for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer specializing in Tailings and Dams.

Responsibilities:

• Support tailings and heap leach projects in the USA and internationally.
• Assist with earthen dam designs and construction oversight.
• Conduct geotechnical site assessments for mining infrastructure.
• Manage material characterization activities, including field data gathering and laboratory programs.
• Conduct stability and deformation analyses for mining infrastructure.
• Perform seepage analyses using software like Seep/W and Rocscience.
• Conduct liquefaction and dynamic analyses for tailings and foundations.
• Evaluate bearing capacity and settlement analyses.
• Assist with tailings dam breach evaluations.
• Maintain client relationships and assist with proposals.
• Develop and implement project management plans.
• Provide training to mid-level and junior engineers.
• Assist with design drawings using Autodesk Civil 3D.
• Prepare construction specifications.
• Lead tailings dam and mine waste projects, including investigations, design, and construction oversight.
• Perform geotechnical analyses and design for tailings dams, embankments, and related structures.
• Conduct site visits, field investigations, and geotechnical inspections.
• Develop and review geotechnical reports and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and technicians.
• Manage project budgets and schedules.
• Interact with clients and stakeholders to ensure project success and client satisfaction.
• Keep up to date with industry standards, best practices, and regulatory requirements related to tailings and dams.

Requirements

• Master of Science preferred; Bachelor of Science considered.
• Civil Engineering degrees from ABET-accredited universities preferred.
• Alternative degrees like Geologic Engineering or Mining Engineering considered with relevant coursework.
• 6+ years for Senior Level with an MS degree; 8+ years for Senior Level with a BS degree.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite.
• Experience with standard geotechnical design software like Rocscience, GeoStudios, etc.
• Numerical modeling experience advantageous.
• Basic understanding of Autodesk Civil 3D.
• Proficient in standard material testing and index tests.
• Knowledgeable in data analysis from compressibility, hydraulic conductivity, and shear strength test data.
• Experience with dynamic testing desired.
• PE registration or a clear path to registration.
• Must be able to travel in the U.S. and internationally to support field programs.
• Experience writing technical reports, memorandums, and proposals.
• Working knowledge of geotechnical monitoring instrumentation.
• Familiarity with various geotechnical tools for subsurface assessments (drilling methods, CPT, geophysics, etc.).
• Knowledge of numerical modeling methods and software.

Benefits

• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
• Vision
• Medical
• Dental
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Disabiity Insurance
• Life Insurance

Hire Resolve is a top tier recruiting agency that focuses on placing skilled professionals in permanent positions. Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.

• Apply for this role today, contact Gillian Weideman at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn gillian.weideman@hireresolve.us
• You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: Engineers@hireresolve.us.com

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.