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WSP in the U.S. · 3 hours ago

Principal Tailings Engineer (EOR)

Lakewood, CO

Full-time

Hybrid

Lead/Staff

$173K/yr - $211K/yr

12+ years exp

WSP is one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms, and they are seeking a Principal Tailings Engineer to join their Mine Waste Team. The role involves providing geotechnical engineering services, managing projects related to mining and civil/geotechnical projects, and serving as Engineer of Record for tailings storage facilities.

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H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Will provide civil/geotechnical engineering and project management and be responsible for delivering geotechnical and geologic projects to WSP’s mining clients

Plan, supervise and lead civil/geotechnical investigations and design activities

Project management including scope, budget, schedule, and resource management

Managing and coordinating project teams, including ensuring the technical quality of deliverables

Perform and review geotechnical engineering analyses

Write technical reports and proposals

Recognize and initiate business development opportunities

Lead and/or assist with the coordination, development and production of proposals, SOQs and presentations

Will travel to project sites in the US and internationally - Approximately 15% overnight travel

Qualification

Geotechnical EngineeringTailings Storage Facility DesignProject ManagementCivil EngineeringSoil MechanicsEOR ExperienceClient Relationship ManagementBusiness DevelopmentTechnical WritingCommunication SkillsLeadership SkillsMentoring SkillsTime Management

Required

BS and MS in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering

Currently registered or immediately eligible for registration as a PE

12 years + experience in geotechnical engineering, preferably with mining projects

Strong academic background and solid understanding of soil mechanics

Experience in one or more of the following areas: Tailings Storage Facility and Heap Leach Facility design, Foundations, Earth dams and levees

Experience (or willing to take on this role) as EOR for tailings storage facilities is required for this position

Ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships

Motivated to develop business from new and existing clients

Demonstrated Project Management skills including scheduling and budgeting and the ability to lead, train and mentor junior staff

Demonstrated technical excellence in geotechnical engineering

Very good understanding of drilling methods, field investigations, and laboratory testing procedures

Excellent communication, leadership, mentoring, writing, interpersonal and presentation skills

Superior time management, planning and ability to interact with clients

Ability and willingness to travel to project sites in the US and internationally Approximately 15% overnight travel

Must pass background check and must have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the Company's driving (MVR) policy

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Disability

Life

Retirement savings

Paid sick leave

Paid vacation (or other personal time)

Paid parental leave

Paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings

Company

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