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Lead Geotechnical Engineer
Vale
Canada
Full-time
The Lead Geotechnical Engineer provides technical leadership for the safe design, operation, monitoring, and closure of tailings storage facilities, dams, and related water management…
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Long Range Mine Planning Engineer
Canadian Natural
Calgary, AB
Full-time
Mine Planning & Optimization - Collaborate with key stakeholders across operations, geotechnical, geology, tailings, and regulatory teams to develop and optimize detailed mine plans and…
Added 29 days ago
Senior Geotechnical Engineer (Mining)
Stantec
Montreal, QC
Full-time
Stantec is seeking an engineer specializing in mine tailings management to support the growth of the Tailings and Mine Waste department in Montréal. This strategic position requires strong…
Added 29 days ago
Senior tailings engineer
Stantec
Montreal, QC
Full-time
Stantec is seeking an engineer specializing in mine tailings management to support the growth of the Tailings and Mine Waste department in Montréal. This strategic role requires strong…
Added 29 days ago
Senior tailings engineer
Stantec
Laval, QC
Full-time
Stantec is seeking an engineer specializing in mine tailings management to support the growth of the Tailings and Mine Waste department in Montréal. This strategic role requires strong…
Added 29 days ago
Senior tailings engineer
Stantec
Montreal, QC
Full-time
Stantec is seeking an engineer specializing in mine tailings management to support the growth of the Tailings and Mine Waste department in Montréal. This strategic role requires strong…
Added 1 month ago
Senior Geotechnical Engineer (Mining)
Stantec
Laval, QC
Full-time
Stantec is seeking an engineer specializing in mine tailings management to support the growth of the Tailings and Mine Waste department in Montréal. This strategic position requires strong…
Added 5 days ago
Senior Geotechnical Engineer
Klohn Crippen Berger
Fredericton, NB
Full-time
Klohn Crippen Berger (KCB) is looking for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our team in Fredericton, N.B to work on local and international mining and resource projects. Your…
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Senior Engineer, Dam Safety (Tailings)
Teck Resources Limited
Kamloops, BC
$122,000 to $150,000 CAD / year
Full-time
This role provides the opportunity to contribute to a range of geotechnical engineering, dam safety, tailings management, and project initiatives within a world-class operation. You will…
Added 16 days ago
Junior Geotechnical EIT, Mine Waste
Equilibrium
Vancouver, BC
$72,000 to $86,000 CAD / year
Full-time
As a Junior Geotechnical Engineer-in-Training, you will support field investigations, technical analysis, data interpretation, and reporting for tailings and mine-waste projects. You will…
Added 1 month ago
Tailings and Mine Waste Principal Engineer
BBA Consultants
Mont-Saint-Hilaire, QC · Mont-St-Hilaire, QC
Full-time
BBA is seeking a motivated and dynamic Mine Waste and/or Geotechnical Engineer to support the growth of the Tailings and Mine Waste Department. You will collaborate closely with engineers…
Added 12 days ago
Senior Geotechnical Engineer
AECOM
Calgary, AB
$125,000 to $223,000 CAD / year
Full-time
AECOM is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer for our Tailings and Mine Waste team in Canada to lead tailings dam design and serve as an Engineer of Record for tailings management…
Added 12 days ago
Senior Geotechnical Engineer
AECOM
Sudbury, ON · Calgary, Alberta
$120,000 to $200,000 CAD / year
Full-time
AECOM is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer for our Tailings and Mine Waste team in Canada to lead tailings dam design and serve as an Engineer of Record for tailings management…
Added 12 days ago
Senior Geotechnical Engineer
AECOM
Mississauga, ON · Calgary, Alberta
$125,000 to $223,000 CAD / year
Full-time
AECOM is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer for our Tailings and Mine Waste team in Canada to lead tailings dam design and serve as an Engineer of Record for tailings management…
Added 12 days ago
Geotechnical Engineer-in-Training
Klohn Crippen Berger
Nanaimo, BC
Full-time
As a Junior Geotechnical Engineer / Engineer-in-Training, you would engage in:
Added 16 days ago
Senior Geotechnical Engineer
PRI Consultants
Peterborough, ON
Full-time
PRI is looking for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our growing Peterborough and Mississauga offices. This is a hands-on senior role: you will lead projects end to end, seal your own…
Added 15 days ago
Junior Geotechnical EIT, Mine Waste
Equilibrium
Remote, Canada
Full-time · Remote
As a Junior Geotechnical Engineer-in-Training, you will support field investigations, technical analysis, data interpretation, and reporting for tailings and mine-waste projects. You will…
Added 17 days ago
Senior Tailings Geotechnical Engineer
Hatch
Calgary, AB
The Tailings, Mine Waste and Mine Closure (Tailings) Practice group at Hatch is seeking to hire a Senior level, Geotechnical Tailings Engineer to become a practitioner in the field and part…
Added 16 days ago
Senior Civil Engineer - Heavy Civil
Klohn Crippen Berger
Vancouver, BC
Full-time
…design and deliver critical infrastructure such as dams, water management systems and tailings storage facilities with consideration for the long-term closure objectives. We focus on mine…
Added 19 days ago
Intermediate Mine Waste Engineer
WSP in Canada
Sudbury, ON · Greater Sudbury, ON
Full-time
5–7 years of relevant experience in mine waste management, tailings engineering, geotechnical engineering, or a related field.
Added 19 days ago
Intermediate Mine Waste Engineer
WSP in Canada
Sudbury, ON · Greater Sudbury, ON
Full-time
5–7 years of relevant experience in mine waste management, tailings engineering, geotechnical engineering, or a related field.
Added 19 days ago
Intermediate Mine Waste Engineer
WSP in Canada
Edmonton, AB
Full-time
5–7 years of relevant experience in mine waste management, tailings engineering, geotechnical engineering, or a related field.
Added 19 days ago
Intermediate Mine Waste Engineer
WSP in Canada
Calgary, AB
Full-time
5–7 years of relevant experience in mine waste management, tailings engineering, geotechnical engineering, or a related field.
Added 19 days ago
Intermediate Mine Waste Engineer
WSP in Canada
North Bay, ON
Full-time
5–7 years of relevant experience in mine waste management, tailings engineering, geotechnical engineering, or a related field.
Added 1 month ago
Tailings & Geotechnical Engineer
BBA Consultants
Toronto, ON
Full-time
BBA is looking for a motivated Mine Waste and/or Geotechnical Engineer to join our Tailings and Mine Waste team from our Toronto office. In this role, you’ll help design, analyze, and…

AECOM

Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Calgary, AB, Canada

Pay: $125,000 to $223,000 CAD / year
Job type: Full-time
Experience: 8+ years of progressive experience in the tailings and mine waste sector.
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 8, 2026

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Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the worldâ€™s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

Senior Geotechnical Engineer

AECOM is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer for our Tailings and Mine Waste team in Canada to lead tailings dam design and serve as an Engineer of Record for tailings management projects across Canada and elsewhere.

This role emphasizes technical leadership and project execution, ensuring technical excellence and compliance with regulatory standards in tailings management.

This position may be based in any of AECOM’s Canadian offices.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Lead the technical delivery of conceptual through detailed designs of mine waste management. facilities (e.g., tailings dams, filtered stacks, co-disposal facilities, waste dumps) and water management facilities (e.g., mine water retention dams, seepage collection ponds).
Fulfill the role of Engineer of Record (EOR) on tailings dams or similar embankment systems.
Provide technical direction and mentorship to technical team members.
Perform independent technical reviews of engineering reports and designs.
Provide expert advice to clients on engineering matters, including compliance with applicable regulations and standards.
Actively participate in AECOM’s Technical Practice Group.
Partner with clients to develop long-term, sustainable solutions.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
8+ years of progressive experience in the tailings and mine waste sector.
Previous experience serving as Engineer of Record for large tailings facilities.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
20+ years of progressive experience in tailings management, preferably within Canada.
Highly collaborative, with the ability to build strong working relationships across AECOM and with global project teams.
Proven experience leading and building multidisciplinary teams.
Bilingualism in French and English.
Valid driver’s license.

Additional Information

Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Artificial intelligence will be used to support the screening, assessment, and selection of applicants for this role. Final hiring decisions are made by the hiring team.

State/Province: Alberta

Business Group: DCS

Legal Entity: AECOM Canada ULC

Business Line: Water

Work Location Model: Hybrid

Operating Group: Americas

Primary Location: CA - Calgary, AB - 48 Quarry Park Bl

Compensation: CAD 125000 - CAD 223000 - yearly

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Responsibilities

The Senior Geotechnical Engineer will lead the technical delivery of mine waste and water management facility designs while serving as the Engineer of Record. They are responsible for providing technical direction, mentoring team members, and ensuring regulatory compliance across projects.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering discipline and possess at least 8 years of progressive experience in the tailings and mine waste sector. Previous experience serving as an Engineer of Record for large tailings facilities is required.

Skills

Tailings dam design
Mine waste management
Engineer of record
Technical leadership
Project execution
Regulatory compliance
Technical mentorship
Independent technical review
Embankment systems
Water management
Conceptual design
Detailed design
Multidisciplinary team leadership
Geotechnical engineering

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
AD&D
Disability benefits
Paid time off
Leaves of absences
Voluntary benefits
Flexible work options
Well-being resources
Employee assistance program
Business travel insurance
Service recognition awards
Retirement savings plan
Employee stock purchase plan

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Keywords

Geotechnical Engineering
Tailings Management
Mine Waste
Engineer Of Record
Infrastructure Consulting
Embankment Systems
Water Management
Technical Leadership
Project Management
Regulatory Standards
Sustainability
Multidisciplinary Teams
Conceptual Design
Detailed Design
Seepage Collection
Mine Water Retention
Filtered Stacks
Co-disposal Facilities
Waste Dumps
Technical Review
Engineering Compliance
Infrastructure Investment
AECOM
Mining Industry
Civil Engineering

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