Apply advanced geotechnical analysis to open pit mining with EVR across southeastern British Columbia and Calgary, supporting secure operations and future mine development.
As Senior Engineer, Geotechnical, you will support four steelmaking coal mines in the Elk Valley. The work covers pit slopes, waste rock dumps, monitoring, performance assessment, risk management, and design. You will also contribute to permitting, consultant coordination, operational handover, and technical improvement initiatives. Reporting to the Manager, Geological Engineering, you will collaborate with site teams and central Technical Services.
Key Responsibilities: Assess monitoring, performance, and risks for pit slopes and waste dumps
Perform geotechnical analyses and practical, safely optimized designs
Analyze instabilities and failures to inform future designs
Lead early-stage designs and coordinate permit-level consultant work
Train and mentor students, graduates, and engineers
Requirements: Degree in Geological or Geotechnical Engineering
EGBC registration or immediate eligibility as P. Eng. or P. L. Eng.
At least seven years of open pit mining experience
Proficiency with Rocscience, Geo Explorer, radar monitoring, or Mine Plan
Valid Class 5 Driver’s License or equivalent
Bring open pit geotechnical expertise, design capability, and collaborative leadership to EVR’s mining operations and future projects.
📌 Senior Geotechnical Engineer Open Pit Mining (Calgary)
🏢 Elk Valley Resources
📍 Calgary
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