Principal Tailings Engineer

Principal Tailings Engineer

Position at SLR Consulting.

Full‑time. Preferred locations:
Denver, Reno, Phoenix.

SLR Consulting is seeking a full‑time Principal/Senior Principal Engineer with over 20 years of tailings engineering experience to join our Mine Waste Engineering (MWE) team. The role offers the opportunity to lead the MWE group, grow and mentor staff, and shape the future of tailings engineering in the mining sector.

• Audit, review, design, construction, and remediation of tailings structures at all project stages (pre‑feasibility, feasibility, detailed design, construction, operation, and closure).
• Undertake desk‑based studies, due‑diligence reviews, Dam Safety Reviews (DSRs) and Dam Safety Inspections (DSIs).
• Project management and coordination, including scheduling, budgeting, and reporting.
• Write and review technical documents, proposals, reports, and other deliverables.
• Mentor employees and foster a collaborative team environment.
• Travel to sites; client‑facing duties to identify and develop new opportunities.
• Provide concise, business‑focused findings, recommendations, and options to clients.

• Minimum 15 years of tailings experience, including experience as Engineer of Record (EOR) or Deputy EOR.
• Licensed Professional Engineer in the US and/or Canada, or immediately eligible for registration.
• Passion for technical excellence, mentorship, and continuous improvement.
• Strong project‑management skills: scheduling, budgeting, leading teams, and mentoring.
• Master’s degree in a related engineering field is an advantage.
• Familiarity with GISTM, CDA, USSD, and ICOLD.
• Experience building a client backlog and supporting business development.
• Willingness to travel by car and airplane, including overnight travel for international or domestic projects.

• Competitive total compensation including medical, dental, orthodontia, vision, FSA/HSA.
• Generous PTO accrual, 10 paid holidays, 401(k) with company match.
• Company‑paid life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability insurance, and employee assistance program.
• Salary range: $180,000 – $200,000 (final compensation commensurate with experience, designation, and location).
• Full‑time, permanent role with opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

Seniority level:
Director

Employment type:

Full‑time

Job function:
Engineering and Information Technology

Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) are at the core of who we are. SLR is a proud Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmaative Action Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, civil union status, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or veteran status. We invite applicants with disabilities to request reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process.

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