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Technical Lead - Geotechnical Engineering

Canada, Fredericton Employment contract · Job Posted May 27, 2026
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Klohn Crippen Berger (KCB) is looking for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our team in Fredericton, N.B to work on local and international mining and resource projects. Your experience will be applied to the planning, investigation, assessment, design and construction of tailings and water dams and waste storage for mining clients. Career development can be managed to support personal preferences such as niche, technical design specialists, or project participation in both technical dam engineering scopes and project management, or all-round dam engineering specialists, such as the responsible persons or Engineers of Record.

Job Responsibility

  • Design tailing storage facilities for global mining projects
  • Participate in dam safety inspections, dam safety reviews, and the development of dam safety systems
  • Guide, mentor, and train more junior staff through the methodologies of TSF design solutions
  • Act as senior technical resource within your project team(s) for the delivery of mine waste projects
  • Build client rapport as projects progress from feasibility through to mine closure
  • Coordinate with other engineering disciplines to develop well rounded solutions for clients
  • Prepare technical reports, proposals, and other project specific documentation
  • Expand your knowledge by attending conferences and trainings

Requirements

  • A degree in civil or geotechnical engineering: a master’s degree is considered an asset
  • 20+ years of relevant experience in civil or geotechnical related projects (preferably for mining or related industries), with a track record of continued development
  • You must be eligible to register as professional engineer (P.Eng) in Canada
  • Working knowledge of geotechnical software packages including PLAXIS, FLAC, and SLOPE/W
  • General understanding of mining-related regulations and industry best practices
  • Effective verbal and written English communication skills, with demonstrated report writing skills
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Ability to travel domestically and internationally

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 wellness days
  • Flexible benefits, including RSP, social, and mental well-being initiatives
  • Commitment to global ESG standards

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