Description
Join WSP's Mining and Metals business in the UK&I as a Tailings / Geotechnical Engineer. You'll work on mine waste projects domestically and internationally, delivering design services, dam safety services, and advisory services. Responsibilities include:
- Delivering consulting services for mine waste projects, including design and inspection of mine waste storage facilities, construction of tailings deposits, stability and seepage analysis, and closure design
- Working as part of a diverse team of engineers, scientists, and modellers from conceptual design through to detail design and engineering
- Providing specialised technical input focused on tailings management facilities, water impoundments, waste rock dump design, soil mechanics, soil improvement methods, geosynthetic materials engineering, and related civil engineering work for projects worldwide
- Leading and inputting into the design and assessment of mine waste facilities, including tailings facilities, water storage facilities, waste rock dumps, and integrated waste facilities
- Assisting project managers in the successful delivery of projects by managing own involvement in projects, including time, budget, and quality control
- Preparing technical reports, drawings, specifications, bill of quantities, and cost estimates
- Providing technical direction, supervising, and supporting junior staff
- Participating in global corporate technical practice groups to elevate technical excellence and visibility
- Travelling within Ireland and internationally to assist clients and support construction of WSP designs
- Developing and maintaining good relationships with new and existing clients and representing WSP on site
Requirements:
- Demonstrated experience of technical delivery of earthworks and/or mine waste projects
- Commitment to internal and external client service
- Excellent interpersonal skills with verbal and written communication skills
- Degree qualified within civil engineering, geotechnical engineering, or engineering geology, with a strong emphasis on and proven ability in soil mechanics
- Mining and geotechnical experience relating to mine waste disposal/facilities preferred but not essential
- Ability to interpret and monitor results and use a variety of tools to monitor and design geotechnical structures
- Ability to manage and work effectively within a team environment
- Willingness to travel in the UK and internationally, and on occasion to remote environments