Senior Geotechnical Engineer

6 days ago


Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Mineit Consulting Full time
About Mineit Consulting

Mineit Consulting Inc. is a rapidly growing engineering and geoscience consulting firm providing technical advice and solutions to the mining industry. Our professionals collectively bring over 150 years of international experience and knowledge. We are a team of talented individuals who have a passion for succeeding and the drive to excel in providing first-class service to clients.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Associate Principal Geotechnical Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will have a strong background in multiple geotechnical disciplines, including rock mechanics, slope stability, foundation design, seismic analysis, and instrumentation.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assessment, inspection, analysis, monitoring, and design of various components such as water conveyance and diversion structures, dams, tailings impoundments, tailings facilities, spillways, bridges, mine openings, built structures, containment ponds, waste rock piles, pitwalls, and slope instabilities.
  • Performing seismic analysis and seismic hazard evaluation on various structures during a seismic event.
  • Conducting geotechnical and numerical modeling analysis; slope behavior and rock stress fields around underground openings.
  • Recommending strategies for mitigating against negative effects of climate conditions such as snow, ice, rain, and permafrost on various site components.
  • Geotechnical instrumentation analysis, including data acquisition and interpretation. Technical review of monitoring programs, data, and records, studies, manuals, plans.
  • Experienced in calculations of bearing capacity, settlement, earth pressures, pavement, and section design for foundation design.
  • Extensive field experience in drilling and test pit supervision.
  • Ability to act as an Engineer of Record as well as stamp various documents for various projects.
  • Working knowledge of British Columbia and Canadian environmental regulations, guidelines, and standards.
  • Extensive involvement in Dam Safety Reviews and Dam Safety investigations.
Requirements
  • Undergraduate or Master's Degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Geological Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
  • Registration as a Professional Engineer in good standing.
  • 5-10 years of experience in a consulting environment.
  • Physically fit and able to travel and work in remote and rugged field locations.
  • Qualified to work in Canada. A holder of an open work permit, permanent resident, or a Canadian citizen.
  • Experience working on government projects is an asset.
Preferred Skills
  • Excel at technical report writing.
  • Proficient with Vulcan, Rocscience Suite, FLAC3D, AutoCAD, Geo-Slope, and other relevant software.
  • Ability to train and mentor team members to develop their skills and knowledge.
  • Innovation and proven ability to work with others with demonstrated problem-solving skills.
  • Experienced in determining a scope of work, developing a methodology, and estimating a timeline for deliverables.
About Us

Mineit Consulting Inc. is committed to providing equitable treatment and equal opportunity to all individuals. We thank all those who apply; however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.



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