Intermediate Geotechnical​/Rock Mechanics Engineer

Intermediate Geotechnical/Rock Mechanics Engineer – Vancouver, BC

SRK Consulting is an independent, international consulting practice, providing globally integrated consulting services to the international mining and metals sector.

• Consult on projects for mostly international clients, requiring travel.
• Participate in geotechnical characterization and apply rock mechanics principles to both surface and underground mine design issues.
• Work on full project scopes from conceptual studies to advanced design and operations, liaising closely with mining engineers and other technical specialists.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on a range of projects both nationally and overseas; international travel may form a significant part of the role.

• A degree in geological, mining or geotechnical engineering.
• 3 to 8 years of relevant experience; open pit/underground operating mine experience is considered beneficial.
• Practical experience in geotechnical logging, mapping and rock mass characterization.
• Proficiency in geological modelling software.
• Fundamental understanding of basic operating skills in 2D/3D geotechnical numerical modelling packages.
• Hydrogeology experience is considered an asset.
• The ability to work independently and remotely within a small team under the leadership of a Senior/Principal Consultant.
• Professional registration or eligibility to obtain it.

• Estimated base pay range $85,000 to $110,000, commensurate with skills.
• An attractive compensation package.
• Diversity of projects and clients within a non-hierarchical consultancy environment.
• Opportunity to purchase shares in the company; the SRK Group is an independent group owned by its employees.