Senior Staff Civil/Geotechnical Engineer (Mining)

AECOM

  • Reno, NV
  • $96,000-145,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 17 days ago
Company DescriptionHow will you make your mark?At AECOM, our work in providing access to clean water enables communities to thrive and ecosystems to flourish, contributing to a resilient future. As a global leader in infrastructure consulting, we are at the forefront of significant water projects, with over 6,000 of the industry's best minds driving innovation and technical excellence. Together, we develop solutions that are not only best in the world, but best for the world.Job DescriptionAECOM is seeking an initiative-taking senior civil/geotechnical engineer with an heavy civil engineering/mining/dams background to be based in the Denver, Colorado office, to support mining waste projects in the planning, analysis and design phases of projects.Job Summary/ Responsibilities:
  • Provides project leadership in the areas of design, investigation, analysis, construction and operation of Mine Waste (Tailings) Storage Facilities and multi-disciplinary mining projects
  • Provide direction to and mentoring to other technical staff and serves as technical advisor and reviewer for the project team.
  • Provides specialized technical input to studies and design for staff's specific area of expertise.
  • Develops study and design procedures to facilitate high-quality cost-effective work by others.
  • Performs independent technical reviews of engineering reports and design and signs off on work including quality control review of design calculations, 3D models and drawings.
  • Prepares technical specification sections.
  • Provides input to the development of engineering budget and schedule to meet requirements.
  • Develops reports in Microsoft Word to communicate the technical results of these calculations or design packages, including summaries, figures, tables, methodologies, and explanations.
  • Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
  • Provides engineering guidance and oversight to staff level engineers and designers.
QualificationsMinimum Requirements
  • BA/BS and 6 yrs of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and or education
  • Valid U.S. Driver's License
Preferred Qualifications
  • PE Certification; PE in Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, Arizona, or the ability to acquire a PE in these states
  • Master's OR PhD in Civil Engineering or related field of study
  • 8 years or more of relevant experience
  • Demonstrated progressive experience in tailings storage facility design, evaluation (e.g., PSHA analysis, material characterization, liquefaction, seepage, slope stability, and settlement analyses), construction monitoring and operations.
  • Progressive project experience including task leadership on design and design-bid-build projects.
  • Ability to lead designs, calculations, sketches, diagrams, schematic drawings, construction specifications, and final working drawings.
  • Work with CAD designers to produce construction-level drawings.
  • Strong written and oral communication, quantitative and people skills
  • Strong work ethic and professional demeanor.
  • Initiative-taking on assignments and demonstrate initiative.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and complete multiple technical tasks under tight deadlines.
  • Perform work in accordance with agreed upon scope, budget, and schedule.
  • Track and manage task budgets and schedules.
  • Author reports and prepare/or direct preparation of detailed calculation packages including proper documentation and references.
  • Must be resourceful, highly organized, professional with attention to detail and people.
Additional Information
  • Sponsorship will be provided for this role
  • NO relocation will be provided for this role
About AECOMAECOM 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 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.What makes AECOM a great place to workYou 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.

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