bgcengineering
Principal Geotechnical Engineer, Engineer Of Record (Tailings)
Reno, Nevada · Principal
Sponsorship not specified$175k-$250kDetected 20 days ago
Project ManagementBusiness DevelopmentLeadershipCommunicationMentoringGeotechnical Engineering
About the role
- BGC is seeking a Principal Geotechnical or Geological Engineer with deep expertise in tailings and mine waste management, including acting as Engineer of Record for tailings dams.
- The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in tailings dam consulting, a passion for client service, and familiarity with U.S. regulatory frameworks and industry standards.
- Join a company recognised for employee ownership, an R&D-driven culture, and commitment to excellence.
Responsibilities
- Work with client and partner representatives.
- Travel to other BGC offices on occasion to foster team connectivity and participate in business development and planning initiatives in support of BGC's strategic direction.
- Act as a project director and technical lead/reviewer for tailings and mine waste projects.
- investigation, design, construction, operations, and closure.
- BGC requires that employees have a valid driver's license, and that employees can drive a field pickup truck.
Requirements
- The policy states that an employee may be required to take a drug and alcohol test prior to engaging in field work.
- This testing could be requested within an employee's first week or in the future, as required.
- To meet travel and client requirements, employees may be required to receive vaccinations such as yellow fever, COVID-19, malaria, etc.
- BGC requires that you have a current passport for this position.
- Travel as required to support project work.
- Undergraduate degree in Civil, Geotechnical, or Geological Engineering.
Compensation
- The estimated base salary range for this position is $175,000 - $250,000 USD per annum, however base pay will be commensurate with job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
Benefits
- To ensure we meet our client's compliance requirements and our workplace health and safety commitments, BGC has a drug and alcohol policy that applies to this position.
- It is important to note that some clients also require random drug and alcohol testing, and/or testing in the event of a health and safety accident or incident.
- BGC is committed to maintaining a safe work environment to ensure the health and safety of employees while on business travel and during field assignments.
- Company Benefits
- Our 'One Team' culture supporting health, wellness, safety and diversity
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Health, Dental and Vision coverage
Company info
- BGC Engineering Inc. (BGC) is a global consultancy specialized in applied earth sciences, with over 800 business and technical professionals serving clients in mining, transportation, pipelines, energy, and community sectors. We are often engaged as the Engineer of Record (EOR) to support major mining clients on their most challenging sites worldwide. Our offices span North America, Chile, the Dominican Republic, and Australia, with our U.S. operations centered in Golden, CO and supported by Reno, NV, Nashville, TN, and remote staff nationwide.
- Our flat management structure creates a culture of innovation, excellence and transparency and a dynamic and inclusive work environment. BGC prides itself on offering training and mentoring opportunities to further our employees' professional growth as well as social and wellness activities that contribute to the connection and wellbeing of our team.
- Our core values are One Team, Excellence, Curiosity, Common Sense, and Clarity.
- The Role
- This role will join our growing U.S. team and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary group of geotechnical and geological engineers, hydrotechnical engineers, geoscientists, hydrologists, hydrogeologists and more.
- This position will provide technical leadership, drive innovation, and advance the state of practice while embracing BGC's core values.
- This position can be based out of an existing BGC office (Golden, CO or Reno, NV) or can be remotely located from a U.S. mining hub (e.g. Elko, NV, Tucson, AZ, Phoenix, AZ, Salt Lake City, UT).
- BGC Engineering Inc. (BGC) is a global consultancy specialized in applied earth sciences, with over 800 business and technical professionals serving clients in mining, transportation, pipelines, energy, and community sectors.
- We are often engaged as the Engineer of Record (EOR) to support major mining clients on their most challenging sites worldwide.
- Our offices span North America, Chile, the Dominican Republic, and Australia, with our U.S. operations centered in Golden, CO and supported by Reno, NV, Nashville, TN, and remote staff nationwide.
- Our flat management structure creates a culture of innovation, excellence and transparency and a dynamic and inclusive work environment.
Equal opportunity
- If you require an accommodation or wish to discuss your situation, please contact Human Resources.
- equal opportunity employer.
- If you need assistance or an accommodation with you application, please contact our HR Team at humanresources@bgcengineering.ca
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