Senior Tailings Engineer & EOR Leader

Principal Tailings Engineer, EORWSP has a career opportunity for an experienced engineer in its Mine Waste Team, based in Lakewood, CO, with potential consideration for Tucson, AZ and Reno, NV. The role provides geotechnical engineering services, manages mining and civil/geotechnical projects in the U.S. and internationally, and acts as Engineer of Record (EOR) for tailings storage facilities. The position supports the West US and Latin America regions, can be located anywhere in the United States, and requires occasional travel (approximately 15% overnight).Your ImpactProvide civil/geotechnical engineering and project management, delivering geotechnical and geologic projects to WSP's mining clientsPlan, supervise, and lead civil/geotechnical investigations and design activitiesManage project scope, budget, schedule, and resourcesCoordinate project teams, ensuring the technical quality of deliverablesPerform and review geotechnical engineering analysesWrite technical reports and proposalsRecognize and initiate business development opportunitiesLead and/or assist with the coordination, development and production of proposals, SOQs and presentationsTravel to project sites in the U.S. and internationallyRequired QualificationsBS and MS in Civil or Geotechnical EngineeringCurrently registered or immediately eligible for registration as a PE12+ years experience in geotechnical engineering, preferably with mining projectsStrong academic background and solid understanding of soil mechanicsDesign experience in Tailings Storage Facilities and Heap Leach Facilities, Foundations, Earth dams and leveesExperience (or willingness to take on this role) as EOR for tailings storage facilitiesAbility to develop and maintain strong client relationshipsMotivated to develop business from new and existing clientsDemonstrated project management skills, including scheduling and budgeting, and ability to lead, train, and mentor junior staffDemonstrated technical excellence in geotechnical engineeringExcellent understanding of drilling methods, field investigations, and laboratory testing proceduresExcellent communication, leadership, mentoring, writing, interpersonal, and presentation skillsSuperior time management, planning, and ability to interact with clientsAbility and willingness to travel to project sites in the U.S and internationally (approximately 15% overnight travel)Must pass background check and have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the Company's driving (MVR) policyBenefitsWSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on health and financial stability throughout the employee's career. Benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation; paid parental leave; and paid time off for bereavement, voting, and naturalization proceedings.CompensationExpected Salary (Colorado only): $172,800 – $211,200. WSP USA reserves the right to offer additional compensation within the posted range based on education, experience, and location.Equal Opportunity EmployerWSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Race, Age, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Disability or Protected Veteran Status.The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.#J-18808-Ljbffr