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Senior Geotechnical Engineer – Mining

United States, Phoenix · Job Posted May 03, 2026
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Our focus is on the application of critical thinking to the management of mine waste and water. If continuing your career journey with us, you would be part of our Mining Environmental Group, based in our Phoenix, AZ office. The role of Senior Geotechnical Engineer comes with the flexibility to work a hybrid schedule and will provide you with the opportunity to: Support and lead tailings storage facility projects in the design, construction, operation and closure phases for global mining projects. Contribute to risk assessments, dam safety assessments and risk-informed decision making. Engage with clients, colleagues and suppliers on environmentally focused field programs and design solutions. Work with the latest versions of industry software. Lead less experienced staff through the methodologies of TSF design solutions. Build client rapport that develops projects from feasibility through to mine closure phases. Expand your knowledge by attending conferences and trainings. Be an ambassador for and potentially become an owner of KCB.

Job Responsibility

  • Support and lead tailings storage facility projects in the design, construction, operation and closure phases for global mining projects
  • Contribute to risk assessments, dam safety assessments and risk-informed decision making
  • Engage with clients, colleagues and suppliers on environmentally focused field programs and design solutions
  • Work with the latest versions of industry software
  • Lead less experienced staff through the methodologies of TSF design solutions
  • Build client rapport that develops projects from feasibility through to mine closure phases
  • Expand your knowledge by attending conferences and trainings
  • Be an ambassador for and potentially become an owner of KCB

Requirements

  • A degree in civil, geotechnical, or geological engineering, with a track record of continued development
  • At least 10 years of experience in geotechnical engineering, applied to mining projects
  • You must be eligible to register as professional engineer in the US
  • Experience in slope stability and seepage analysis
  • dam design
  • earthworks and construction
  • site investigation and laboratory testing of soils and rock
  • An ability to build relationships with multidisciplinary project-based teams
  • Experience in a safety focused environment with near miss and incident reporting requirements

Nice to have

  • An ability to find creative solutions and know how to present them
  • A willingness to mentor others and be mentored
  • An ability to build rapport with clients, colleagues, and industry partners
  • An ability to be flexible and seek solutions rather than focus on problems

What we offer

  • Hybrid work opportunities
  • Annual performance and salary review
  • PSMJ’s supported track record of profitability, leading to above average bonus payouts
  • Vacation policy that aligns to your experience
  • Paid OT, and sick days
  • Dedication to WEF’s “Four Pillars” of Environment Social Governance framework, Governance, People, Planet and Prosperity
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