Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Join to apply for the Senior Geotechnical Engineer role at AtkinsRéalis. 5 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants. Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer with proven capability as a doer‑seller who possesses strong interpersonal, client communication skills and technical expertise. The successful candidate will support our Geotechnical and Hydropower teams on projects across Canada and globally, including planning, investigation, assessment, design and construction of tailings and water dams and waste storage for mining clients. Knowledge of tailings management and the Global Industry Standard on Tailings Management (GISTM) would be an asset. Responsibilities Act as a key technical resource for mining and dam projects across the Prairies, including work with Tailings Facility operations, planning and design. Complete tailings dam inspections, dam safety reviews, and other studies related to the design and behavior of tailings facilities. Apply geotechnical software for assessing slope stability, flow and stress‑strain analysis such as PLAXIS, Geostudio and Rocscience. Plan and coordinate research and development related to tailings and soil analysis. Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of existing and emerging opportunities, trends, regulatory requirements and best practices (e.g., ICMM, GISTM). Provide practical and economic solutions to clients that differentiate the team. Contribute to the development of project proposals and cost estimates, and participate in securing new business or expanding existing projects. Interpret construction drawings and design reports to support construction and provide guidance and troubleshooting for field testing of materials such as soil and concrete. Understand complex analytical results and apply them to design and research, with a strong grasp of undrained shear strength, soil loading, and liquefaction related to coarse and fine tailings. About You Degree in civil, geological, geotechnical engineering or geology with a postgraduate qualification in a geotechnical subject and a minimum of 15 years of relevant experience. Demonstrated local market knowledge and an established reputation within the local geotechnical consulting and client network. Highly developed client‑management skills. Experience acting as a senior technical expert for a site or design. Strong academic background with a relevant degree (ideally MSc or equivalent). Professional Engineering License in Saskatchewan. Proven experience in a senior role in a fast‑moving engineering consultancy environment. Project management experience and understanding of the needs and approaches to the engineering consultancy and design markets. Proven geotechnical design experience. Application of Design Standards and Guidelines in a design and ground investigation environment. Experience in general geotechnical numerical software. Excellent interpersonal and technical skills and the ability to support the development of teams. Excellent communication skills and confidence to liaise with clients. Excellent report‑writing skills with the ability to peer‑review and produce quality deliverables. Willingness to travel on short assignments within Saskatchewan and nationwide. Valid driving license. Reward & Benefits Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada. Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a comprehensive range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs. Take advantage of diverse training and professional development opportunities, a hybrid working culture, and generous time‑off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life. About AtkinsRéalis We’re AtkinsRéalis, a world‑class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. With our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we are committed to leading our clients across various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people. Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at AtkinsRéalis by 2x. AtkinsRéalis cares about your privacy. AtkinsRéalis and other subsidiary or affiliated companies of AtkinsRéalis (referred to throughout as "AtkinsRéalis") are committed to protecting your privacy. Please consult our Privacy Notice on our Careers site to learn more about how we collect, use, and transfer your Personal Data. By submitting your personal information to AtkinsRéalis, you confirm that you have read and accept our Privacy Notice. Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level. Employment type: Full‑time. Job function: Engineering and Information Technology. #J-18808-Ljbffr