Geotechnical Engineer

Job Description

Under the direction of the Chief Geotechnical Engineer, the Geotechnical Engineer is responsible for mine Geotechnical and/or geological duties, in both an open pit and underground mining environment, as required.  While also continuously aligning daily functions to reflect Kinross’ values. 

Job Responsibilities

1.    Implement best practices in geotechnical engineering, assist with mine designs, dewatering, and mining operations to ensure safety and achieve business objectives. 
2.    Carry out geotechnical/geological inspections, mapping, and documentation. Supervise and work with drilling and geotechnical instrumentation installations.
3.    Collect, process, analyze and model geotechnical/geological characteristics of the various rock mass for support of the surface and underground mine.   
4.    Process, analyze, and model data to understand the rock mass and its response to mining for purposes of excavation stability, mine design optimization, mine performance, and design compliance. 
5.    Geotechnical and geological database management.
6.    Conduct geotechnical/geologic mapping, sampling, monitoring, and reporting to support site needs and corporate obligations.
7.    Assist in the preparation of the daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly monitoring reports.
8.    Responsible for implementing and enforcing the requirements of the Ground Control Management Plan.
9.    Ability to be on call during off hours during your work rotation. 
10.    Compliance with all company policies and procedures including, but not limited to safety, environmental, confidentiality and code of conduct. 
11.    Meets or exceeds established performance expectations set by management.
12.    Consistently exercises discretion and judgment in job performance.
13.    Works without risk or harm to self and others. 
14.    Punctuality and regular attendance required.
15.    Helps develop other department personnel to perform duties listed above.
16.    Perform other related functions as assigned by supervisor.
17.    Be willing to learn new methods, technology, tools, and systems.

Education and Experience

1.    Bachelor’s degree in geological engineering, geology, mining or civil engineering is required.
2.    Mining experience which includes familiarity with geotechnical design and rock mass characterization.
3.    Working knowledge of a mining-based software preferable (Deswik, Vulcan, MineSight, etc...) as well as geotechnical software, Rocscience software desirable.
4.    General understanding of mining operations, ability to be a team player, with interest in a dynamic open pit and underground mining environment.
5.    Working knowledge and skill with computers utilizing word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software. AutoCAD software knowledge is advantageous but not required.

6.    Strong verbal, written, analytical and persuasive skills and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of management, employees, contractors, and consultants.
7.    Ability to work independently and also as a member of the Technical Services team. 
8.    Demonstrates strong administrative, organizational, and technical writing skills.
9.    Must be presently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. 
10.    Requires valid driver’s license.
11.    Please note this is NOT a remote position.

Reporting Relationships

Reports to the Chief Geotechnical Engineer 

Legislative Requirements

Language Requirements