Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Job summary

Provide geotechnical engineering support for underground mining operations, focusing on ground control, excavation stability, and risk management. Collaborate with planning and operations teams to ensure safe mine designs and maintain regulatory compliance through audits and inspections.

Job details

The Senior Geotechnical Engineer is a member of the Shared Technical Services team and is responsible for providing geotechnical engineering support to Magna Mining’s Sudbury operations, with a focus on ground control, excavation stability, geotechnical risk management, and safe mine design. The role works closely with Engineering, Geology, and Operations to monitor ground conditions, provide practical recommendations, and support safe and efficient mining activities. All Magna Mining team members are expected to work collaboratively with others, lead the way in health and safety, act with honesty, integrity, and foster an entrepreneurial spirit in pursuit of excellence. Responsibilities: Provide geotechnical engineering support to Magna’s site engineering teams related to all aspects of rock mechanics and excavation stability. Work closely with the long term and strategic planning teams to establish and ensure geotechnical guidelines are incorporated into life of mine plans and study work. Lead the development of internal best practices related to rock mechanics and help the site teams ensure Mine Designs reflect these as part of ongoing review work. Oversee geotechnical investigation programs, structural geology assessments and data interpretation. Conduct and/or arrange for third party numerical modeling and analysis of new mining areas, extraction techniques or other changing site conditions. Identify, assess, and communicate geotechnical risks and recommend appropriate controls and mitigation measures. Carry out regular Critical Control Verifications to ensure as-built conditions match design, and that quality assurance / control systems are functioning as designed. Mentor junior engineers and promote best practices. Work with the Safety & Training team to ensure initial and refresher training programs related to ground control are accurate & sound. Conduct internal audits of the sites’ records and practices to ensure both ongoing regulatory compliance and technical due diligence. Requirements Qualifications: Formal Education, Certifications or Equivalents Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering, Geological Engineering, or a related engineering discipline. Registered or eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO). Work Experience: Nature & Length 5 or more years of geotechnical, rock mechanics, or ground control experience in an underground mining environment is required. Experience with underground geotechnical mapping, ground support design, instrumentation, and monitoring is an asset. Experience with geotechnical modelling and mine planning software is considered an asset. Knowledge of Ontario mining regulations and underground ground control requirements is considered an asset. Key Competencies: Behaviours & Skills Strong understanding of rock mechanics, ground control principles, and underground mining methods. Strong analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills. Ability to assess geotechnical risks and develop practical solutions for underground operations. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with both technical and operational teams. Ability to communicate technical information clearly and provide practical recommendations. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Comfortable working in an underground mining environment and completing regular field inspections. Demonstrated commitment to health and safety, teamwork, continuous improvement, and operational excellence. Benefits What's in It for You? At Magna Mining Inc. we believe supporting our people is essential to our success. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, RRSP contribution opportunities, and access to employee and family assistance programs to support your well-being and long-term success. Minimum Salary: $100,000 Magna Mining Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We thank all applicants for their interest in Magna Mining. Due to the competitive nature of our recruitment process and the high volume of applications received, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

What you’ll do

Provide geotechnical engineering support for underground mining operations, focusing on ground control, excavation stability, and risk management. Collaborate with planning and operations teams to ensure safe mine designs and maintain regulatory compliance through audits and inspections.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Mining, Geological, or related engineering and eligibility for P.Eng registration with PEO. Candidates must have at least 5 years of geotechnical or rock mechanics experience in an underground mining environment.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary • Comprehensive Benefits • RRSP Contribution Opportunities • Employee And Family Assistance Programs

Listed skills

• Problem solving · Preferred
• Regulatory Compliance · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Rock Mechanics
• Ground Control
• Excavation Stability
• Geotechnical Risk Management
• Mine Design
• Numerical Modeling
• Geotechnical Mapping
• Ground Support Design
• Instrumentation
• Monitoring
• Analytical Skills
• Problem Solving
• Technical Communication
• Organizational Skills
• Field Inspections
• Regulatory Compliance

Job areas

• Engineering
• Science & Research
• Security & Safety
• Construction