Junior Geotechnical/Rock Mechanics Engineer

Junior Geotechnical/Rock Mechanics Engineer

Department: Rock Mechanics

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Vancouver, BC

Compensation: CA$75,000 - CA$85,000 / year

Description

SRK Consulting is an independent, international consulting practice, providing globally integrated consulting services to the international mining and metals sector.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will consult on projects for North American and international clients, requiring travel. Assignments will include geotechnical characterization and applying rock mechanics principles to both surface and underground mine design issues. This work will involve full project scopes from conceptual studies to the detailed design and construction stage, as well as to the mine closure stage, liaising with other technical specialists.

Essential Requirements

• A degree in geological, mining or geotechnical engineering.
• 1-3 years of relevant experience.
• Practical experience in geotechnical logging, mapping and rock mass characterization will be a benefit.
• Some understanding of basic operating skills in 2D/3D geological/geotechnical numerical modelling packages will be advantageous.
• The ability to work in a team under the leadership of a Senior/Principal Consultant.
• Valid driver’s license
• Based in Vancouver or ability to relocate.

This position involves working in multi-disciplinary teams on a range of projects and may include international travel.

Please include a cover letter with your application.

Benefits and Pay

The estimated base pay range for this position is $75,000 to 85,000. The salary offered will be commensurate with relevant skills, knowledge, and experience.

In return for considering a future with us, we offer:

• An attractive compensation package.
• Diversity of projects and clients within a non-hierarchical consultancy environment.
• The opportunity to purchase shares in the company; the SRK Group is an independent group owned by its employees.