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Principal Geotechnical Tailings Engineer, North America Minerals & Metals

AtkinsRéalis, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285

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Overview The North America Minerals & Metals division is currently seeking a Senior or Principal level Geotechnical Tailings Engineer to join our Denver, CO office. Consideration will also be given to candidates who can work from our Scottsdale, AZ or Reno, NV offices. The Engineer will act as a technical lead for multidisciplinary teams to design civil engineering works related to the management of tailings and mine waste facilities.

Responsibilities

Lead multi-disciplinary project teams for the siting and design of tailings facilities, heap leach pads and water dam projects.

Participate in the geotechnical investigations and studies on potential siting of tailings sites.

Direct the preparation of drawings and technical specifications and act as Designer of Record or Engineer of Record for mine waste facilities in compliance with GISTM.

Participate in technical reviews related to effective containment of mine tailings and mine waste.

Represent the company by presenting at key technical mining related conferences.

Participate in the training, mentorship, and development of young engineers.

Participate in the proposal preparation.

Qualifications

University degree in civil or geological engineering and a geotechnical post‑graduate degree or equivalent experience.

Registered as Professional Engineer in Nevada or Arizona or ability to obtain through reciprocity.

15+ years of experience leading multidisciplinary teams of large‑ and small‑scale projects with mine waste management components.

Experience in the design of embankment dams and lined facilities with leak detection.

Knowledge of slope stability, seepage and stress‑strain software and experience in dynamic and seismic analyses.

Demonstrated ability for teamwork within multidisciplinary engineering teams composed mainly of geotechnical engineers, hydrologists, hydrogeologists and environmental specialists.

Reward & Benefits At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They shape our culture, guide our decisions and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed and make a meaningful impact. Depending on your employment status, benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company‑paid life and short‑ and long‑term disability benefits, employer‑matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off, leaves of absence options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program and voluntary benefits.

About AtkinsRéalis AtkinsRéalis is a world‑class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world.

Additional Information Expected total compensation range is between $165,000 and $225,000 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

Equitable Employment Statement AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug‑Free employer EOE/Veteran/Disability. Please review AtkinsRéalis' Equal Opportunity Statement here.

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