Geotechnical Engineer or Engineer-in-Training

About the role

Elk Valley Resources (EVR), a steelmaking coal producer in the Elk Valley of British Columbia, is hiring a Geotechnical Engineer or Engineer-in-Training (EIT). Reporting to the Geotechnical Senior Engineering Supervisor, the role covers pit and spoil slope stability, including field slope stability assessments, interpretation of slope movement on instrumentation and stability analyses and designs. It supports the Open Pit Operations and provides key information for safe access, mine designs, pit and spoil expansions and design compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Perform regular geotechnical inspections of active and dormant mining areas, report on them and give recommendations
• Manage and interpret geotechnical data and apply it to stability analyses, slope designs and recommendations
• Perform stability analyses for rock slopes, waste dumps and soil stockpiles
• Coordinate site geotechnical field programs and support the Life of Mine plan analyses and designs
• Review and coordinate external geotechnical consultants' work so it meets specifications, standards and codes
• Contribute to project scheduling, including appropriation requests, tender packages, budget allocation and risk assessments
• Support geotechnical drilling programs (diamond core, reverse circulation, hydrogeology studies, instrumentation)

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Geological Engineering, Mine Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering or Geology
• Registered or eligible to register with Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia (P.Eng. or E.I.T.)
• One to four years of geotechnical experience; recent graduates are encouraged to apply
• Recent geotechnical role at an open pit mine is an asset
• Valid Class 5 driver's licence or equivalent
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, good interpersonal skills and ability to coordinate internal resources

Required skills

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Excel, PowerPoint) preferred
• Relevant geotechnical and rock mechanics or mining software preferred

What we offer

• Salary of 91,300 to 126,800 CAD per year; EITs are paid according to EVR's progression matrix based on verified experience
• Two annual bonus plans, comprehensive benefits plan and retirement package
• Health lifestyle account and relocation assistance
• Week-on-week-off rotational schedule or compressed work week with alternating Fridays off