Geotechnical Engineer, Minerals & Metals

Job Description

Overview

We are seeking a Geotechnical Engineer, Minerals & Metals to join our team in Denver, CO

Your role

• Collaborate as part of a multi-disciplinary team on the design of tailings dams, heap leach pads, and water storage facilities.
• Participate in preparation of geotechnical investigation programs.
• Supervise site investigations and in-situ testing, coordinate laboratory geotechnical testing programs and preparation of factual reports.
• Undertake geotechnical assessments using specialized software such as GeoStudio, Rocscience, PLAXIS etc.
• Analyze and prepare Geotechnical design recommendations and reports for projects related to foundation design, infrastructure, shoring, retaining walls, slope stability, design of dikes and dams, materials testing, and other geotechnical related projects.
• Assist senior engineers with reporting and preparation of project proposals.

About you

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree (BS) in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in Geotechnical Engineering. Master's degree (MSc) in Geotechnical engineering or geological engineering is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of static and dynamic seismic slope stability analyses, flow and stress-strain software (e.g., GEOSLOPE GeoStudio software, FLAC, Plaxis, etc.)
• Three to seven years of professional civil-geotechnical consulting experience with a desire to obtain Professional Engineer licensure within 12 months is preferred.
• Fluency in English required, Spanish or French would be an asset.
• The candidate must possess excellent communication skills and a demonstrated capacity for teamwork within multidisciplinary engineering teams composed mainly of geotechnical engineers, hydrologists, hydrogeologists, and environmental specialists.
• Experience in the mining industry with tailings or heap leach design or embankment dam design is an asset.

Reward & benefits

At AtkinsRéalis, our values-Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence-are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.


Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.


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. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.


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Additional information

Expected compensation range is between $80,000 - $130,000 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

Are you ready to expand your career with us? Apply today and help us shape something extraordinary.

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug-Free employer EOE/Veteran/Disability

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Applications for this position are accepted on a rolling basis; no application deadline applies.

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Worker Type
Employee

Job Type
Regular

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