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 protected, environmentally responsible work.

Key Responsibilities

Support tailings dam and earthen structure design and operationPrepare geotechnical investigation and instrumentation scopesInterpret data and develop geotechnical design parametersPrepare construction designs, specifications,



and quality requirementsConduct inspections, risk assessments, and dam safety reviewsRequirements:
Bachelor’s degree in civil or geotechnical engineeringAdvanced geotechnical engineering degree preferredAlberta P.
Eng. designation or APEGA eligibilityAt least 15 years designing mining dams and earthen structuresKnowledge of dam safety regulations and industry practicesBring tailings design, dam safety, regulatory knowledge, and geotechnical leadership to Imperial’s Kearl Technical Department.
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📌 Senior Tailings Dam Engineer (Winnipeg)
🏢 Imperial Oil
📍 Winnipeg