Tailings dam design and safety define this Senior Geotechnical Engineer position with Imperial at Kearl, a fly in fly out oil sands operation.

Support Kearl’s Dam Safety program as a senior engineer overseeing investigations, design, construction, maintenance, and reviews for dams and earthen structures. Apply geotechnical engineering, risk assessment, regulatory compliance, and technical leadership across mining operations. Mentor engineering teams and site personnel while supporting secure, environmentally responsible work.

Key Responsibilities:

- Support tailings dam and earthen structure design and operation
- Prepare geotechnical investigation and instrumentation scopes
- Interpret data and develop geotechnical design parameters
- Prepare construction designs,



specifications, and quality requirements
- Conduct inspections, risk assessments, and dam safety reviews

Requirements:

- Bachelor’s degree in civil or geotechnical engineering
- Advanced geotechnical engineering degree preferred
- Alberta P.Eng. designation or APEGA eligibility
- At least 15 years designing mining dams and earthen structures
- Knowledge of dam safety regulations and industry practices

Bring tailings design, dam safety, regulatory knowledge, and geotechnical leadership to Imperial’s Kearl Technical Department.

📌 Senior Tailings Dam Engineer (Edmonton)
🏢 Imperial Oil
📍 Edmonton