Job Description

Senior Rock Mechanics Engineer – Underground Mining

Drive Excellence in Underground Mining Safety and Innovation

Are you an experienced Rock Mechanics Engineer ready to lead challenging underground mining projects across Canada and internationally? Our client is seeking a dedicated professional who can combine technical excellence, innovative problem-solving, and strong leadership to advance underground mining practices and ensure operational safety and efficiency.

Join a respected, employee-owned consultancy with global recognition for tackling complex geomechanical challenges and delivering cutting-edge solutions in mining engineering.

What You'll Do:

• Lead complex underground mining geomechanics projects, providing strategic direction and technical excellence.
• Conduct advanced geotechnical numerical modeling using state-of-the-art software tools.
• Design and oversee underground field investigations, ground control strategies, and geotechnical monitoring programs.
• Review, interpret, and communicate geotechnical data effectively, ensuring integration into mine planning and design.
• Mentor and support a talented team of geomechanics professionals, fostering technical growth and leadership skills.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring project goals align closely with operational and safety objectives.
• Prepare proposals, scope definitions, scheduling, and budget estimates to facilitate successful project delivery.
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to integrate geotechnical considerations into comprehensive mine designs.
• Travel to domestic and international mine sites as required, actively engaging in fieldwork and client interactions.

What You Bring:

• Master’s or Ph.D. in Geological, Geotechnical, Geomechanics, Rock Mechanics, Mining, or Civil Engineering.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in underground mining geomechanics.
• Expertise in geotechnical numerical modeling, including at least 5 years using specialized mining geotechnical codes.
• Solid operational experience in underground mining environments, with extensive knowledge of mining methods and ground control practices.
• Demonstrated track record of leading successful underground field investigations and interpreting geotechnical data.
• Excellent English communication skills; proficiency in French and/or Spanish would be an asset.
• Eligible for professional registration with a Canadian engineering association.
• Proven ability in business development, including client engagement and project management.
• Hydrogeology experience is considered an asset.

Why Join Us?

• Employee Ownership: Be part of an innovative, employee-owned firm where your contributions directly shape company success.
• Global Impact: Work on technically challenging and rewarding underground mining projects worldwide.
• Flexible and Collaborative Environment: Enjoy flexibility, including remote options, alongside a supportive and highly skilled team.
• Competitive Compensation: Comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, health coverage, retirement with profit-sharing, professional development, performance bonuses, and ownership opportunities.

We recognize exceptional talent comes in many forms. If your experience differs from our ideal description but you can contribute significantly to advancing underground mining geomechanics, we encourage you to reach out!

Step into a role where you’ll make a lasting impact on underground mining safety, innovation, and excellence.