Junior Geological Engineer

Job Description

INTERMEDIATE GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEER

Are you looking for an opportunity to…

Leave a positive impact on the environment and communities?
Solve some of the most complex management of mine waste and water challenges faced by the mining industry?
Work on some of the largest mine sites and tailings dams in the world?
Work with a group of highly motivated, technical, like-minded professionals?

Intrigued? Read on – the details of your next career adventure are below.

As a Junior Civil/Geological and Geotechnical/Hydrotechnical Engineer in our Mining Environmental Group, you will have the opportunity to work on a variety of large-scale, world-class projects involving the design, construction, and operations for mining projects.

This Role Will Give You The Opportunity To

Work on a variety of geotechnical projects that may include: site characterization, slope stability, numerical modeling, foundation design, tailings dam design, embankment dams and earthworks design; or a variety of hydrotechnical projects that may include: climate and hydrology baseline assessments, hydrologic and hydraulic modelling, stormwater management infrastructure design, river engineering, mine water balances and water management plans
Visit project sites, gathering information as required to complement design activities and get involved in site investigation and drilling programs, core logging, lab testing, instrumentation installations and monitoring, as well as data review and analysis
Work with diverse teams of discipline engineers and designers from conceptual design through to construction and operations through to closure
Receive on-going guidance and mentorship from leaders in the industry in a supportive, dynamic company culture that supports career development.
Travel to various project sites within Canada and internationally

If you have a Bachelor's degree in civil or geological engineering, are registered or are eligible to register as an Engineer-In-Training, we want to hear from you.

We Value Your

Technical knowledge and experience in site exploration, civil and geotechnical or hydrotechnical design
Ability to work with multi-disciplinary project teams
Initiative, innovation and commitment to technical excellence
Flexibility, adaptability and willingness to learn
Verbal and written English communication skills
Experience with civil, geotechnical and/or hydrotechnical design software
Ability to travel domestically and internationally, occasionally to remote environments with limited communication or logistical support

The salary for this position is $70,000 to $85,000 per year. The salary is based on applicable experience, education, and skill level.

Along With Continued Career Development, KCB Offers

Hybrid work opportunities
Annual performance and salary review
A track record of profitability, leading to above average bonus payouts
Vacation policy that aligns to your experience
Paid overtime, and ten sick days per year
Flexible benefits, including Registered Savings Plan, and social, and mental well-being initiatives
Dedication to WEF's "Four Pillars" of Environment Social Governance framework, Governance, People, Planet and Prosperity

We are a global organization committed developing a respectful workplace founded on the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion. We strive to be a workplace where our employees, clients, and the communities in the regions we operate, feel valued and are treated equitable. We respect the uniqueness that makes you, you. We encourage applications from all qualified career seekers, regardless of gender, sex, religion, or nationality.

To learn more about projects you could be a part of check out Projects - KCB ) and our Careers page for more details.