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Senior Geotechnical Engineer – Mining

Klohn Crippen Berger, Phoenix, AZ, United States


Location
Phoenix, AZ

What You Would Engage In

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.

What We Require

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.

Eligibility 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.

Ability to build relationships with multidisciplinary project-based teams.

Experience in a safety focused environment with near‑miss and incident reporting requirements.

Additional Qualifications

Ability to find creative solutions and present them.

Willingness to mentor others and be mentored.

Ability to build rapport with clients, colleagues, and industry partners.

Flexibility and solution‑oriented mindset rather than focus on problems.

Benefits and Development

Hybrid work opportunities.

Annual performance and salary review.

PSMJ’s supported track record of profitability, leading to above-average bonus payouts.

Vacation policy aligned with experience.

Paid OT and sick days.

Dedication to WEF’s “Four Pillars” of Environment Social Governance framework: Governance, People, Planet, and Prosperity.

Equal Employment Opportunity
We encourage applications from all qualified career seekers, regardless of gender, sex, religion, or nationality. We are committed to creating a respectful workplace founded on the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion.

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