Fourmile - Geotechnical Engineer II

We are looking for a Geotechnical Engineer II to join the Fourmile Project Team. The successful candidate will support the Senior Project Geotechnical Engineer and Project Manager with the safe delivery of the feasibility study, critically assessing the technical, economic, and financial aspects of the proposed Fourmile project. They will assist in the development of a world‑class underground asset from pre‑feasibility through to operation.

At Barrick, our vision is to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and operating the best assets with the best people. We are committed to a safe work environment, sending every person home safe and healthy every day and leaving a sustainable legacy on our host communities.

• Independently perform visual inspections of underground mining activities to identify ground hazards, provide recommendations and monitor excavation performance.
• Ensure adherence to Ground Control standards and maintain the ground support QA/QC program, such as rockbolt pull‑testing and strength testing of shotcrete and backfill.
• Utilize rock mechanics properties to design ground support as needed.
• Collect, analyze, and report on geotechnical monitoring data and maintain databases.
• Assist with ground control safety training programs.
• Provide support with geotechnical related projects as necessary.
• Perform geotechnical mapping underground and core logging for specific drill programs.

• Bachelor of Engineering or Science degree in Mining, Civil, Geological, or Geotechnical Engineering (or related discipline) required.
• Previous underground Geotechnical experience or internships required.
• Experience performing detailed geotechnical core logging preferred.
• Familiarity with mining software packages (preferably Deswik) preferred.
• Team leadership, problem solving, and excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills required.
• Flexibility in work hours for on‑call and call‑outs, as needed, preferred.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team, as well as independently required.
• Strong communication and team fostering skills required.

• A comprehensive compensation package including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plan with national provider networks, a 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution, paid time off, company‑sponsored medical clinics, a company match share purchase program, and much more.
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high‑performing team.
• Opportunities to grow and learn with industry colleagues.
• Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organization.
• Barrick is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Nevada Gold Mines (NGM) is a joint venture between Barrick (61.5%) and Newmont (38.5%) that combined our significant assets across Nevada in 2019 to create the single largest gold‑producing complex in the world. NGM produces approximately 3.5 million ounces of gold a year. The massive mining operation comprises eight mines along with their associated infrastructure and processing facilities and hosts three of Barrick’s Tier One assets:
Carlin, Cortez, and Turquoise Ridge.

At NGM, our mission is to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and owning the best assets, with the best people, to deliver sustainable returns for our owners and partners.

Barrick is a leading global mining, exploration and development company with one of the largest portfolios of world‑class gold and copper assets in the industry. Barrick’s operations and projects span 18 countries and five continents.

Location:

Elko, NV.