Geological Engineer

3 weeks ago


Vancouver BC, Canada Ausenco Full time

We redefine what’s possible in some of the world’s most complex projects and toughest environments. Delivering innovative, value-add consulting, project delivery, asset operations and maintenance solutions is what we do. From 26 offices in 15 countries, with projects in over 80 locations worldwide, we create sustainable outcomes for our people, clients and communities.
In this role, your primary task will be to oversee geotechnical engineering designs for mining project facilities including tailings management, waste rock storage, and heap leach pad facilities, ore stockpiles. You will be also leading the design of ground support and groundwater control for open pits, dams, slopes of cuttings and earthfills, engage in the design of earthworks for roads, working platforms, water dams, and foundation design for mining infrastructure components. Participate in topographical, geotechnical, hydrogeological, hydrological, and seismic hazard and site response analyses,
· Provide support in the design of geotechnical works, soil structures, and civil structures, among others, related to foundation design, pile design, and others.
· Help prepare factual and design reports
· Spearhead the preparation of proposals, cost estimates, and project timelines, driving the planning, field support, and successful completion of geotechnical site investigations.
· Take responsibility for crafting geotechnical studies and engineering reports, and deliver recommendations on various geotechnical aspects within projects based on in-depth studies and project-specific work.
· Assist in evaluating and interpreting data obtained from geotechnical instrumentation and testing programs, offering design recommendations and parameters for the analysis and design of structural foundations through meticulous report review and composition.
· Collaborate effectively with engineering colleagues on geotechnical consulting projects.
· Facilitate the exchange of technical knowledge across geographical boundaries to inspire innovative solutions for project challenges.
Geo with at least 5 years of experience in the design of tailings management facilities, waste rock storage facilities, heap leach pads, stockpiles, open pits, dams, slopes, earthwork, roads, platforms, water dams, among other mining infrastructure components.
· To be experienced users of AutoCAD and Autodesk CIVIL 3D for geotechnical/mining projects,
· Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D and GIS Tools (Arc GIS or QGIS).
· Proficiency in Geostudio, Rocsience, Bentley tools (Plaxis), to perform stability analyses, seepage, deformation, dynamic analysis, geothermal and others.
· Experience in seismic hazard and site response analyses.
· Experience generating civil-mining drawings, earthworks, and Material Take-off sheets (MTOs)
· Demonstrated experience with proposal preparation, project delivery, and client development.
· Experience preparing factual and design reports, including technical specifications.
· Experience designing and implementing geotechnical field investigations.
· Ability to work on multiple projects and meet established deadlines,
· Career advancement - Embark on a journey of continuous growth through technical training, mentorship initiatives, and networking opportunities
Work Life Balance – Experience the best of both worlds with our hybrid work model, allowing you to balance office days with working from home; If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and want to help set a new standard in sustainability, we’ll help you find your place. We have a history of attracting visionary people who embrace challenges and deliver creative solutions for every project, and your voice is an important part of the conversation.
As a global company we embrace and encourage diversity in its fullest sense – gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, experience, nationality, colour, language, religion, location, disability, education, skills, working styles and time availability.



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