Junior Geotechnical Engineer - Tailings and Dams
Junior Geotechnical Engineer - Tailings and Dams
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AECOM Technical Services Inc. is seeking a Junior Geotechnical Engineer - Tailings and Dams Denver CO.
Job Responsibilities:
- Provide engineering investigation analysis design construction oversite and operational services for mine waste and tailings storage facilities.
- Planning implementing and overseeing geotechnical exploration programs.
- Assisting with laboratory testing assignments.
- Performing geotechnical evaluations including material characterization of mine tailings behavior shear strength and static and seismic loading response seepage slope stability and settlement analyses.
- Assisting with the development of geotechnical reports drawings and specifications.
- Preparing and presenting technical presentations of evaluation results to the internal team.
- Review geotechnical instrumentation and assist with the preparation of instrumentation monitoring reports.
- May telecommute.
Full-time. Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.
Qualifications :
- Candidates must have a Bachelors degree in Geotechnical Engineering Civil Engineering or related field and 2 years of experience in the job offered or in a Junior Geotechnical Engineer related occupation.
- In the alternative employer will accept a Masters degree in Geotechnical Engineering Civil Engineering or related field and 1 year of experience in the job offered or in a Junior Geotechnical Engineer-related occupation.
Position requires experience in the following:
- Design analysis and operations of mine waste and tailings storage facilities.
- Planning implementing and overseeing geotechnical exploration programs including cone penetration testing and drilling.
- Assisting with laboratory testing assignments including sieve analyses Atterberg Limits specific gravity water content unit weight consolidation permeability consolidated isotropically drained triaxial consolidated isotropically undrained triaxial testing and direct simple shear strength testing.
- Performing geotechnical evaluations including material characterization of mine tailings behavior shear strength and static and seismic loading response seepage slope stability and settlement analyses with software including UTEXAS SEEP/W and SLOPE/W.
- Assisting with the development of geotechnical reports drawings and specifications.
- Preparing and presenting technical presentations of evaluation results to the internal team.
- Reviewing geotechnical instrumentation including piezometers and inclinometers and assisting with the preparation of instrumentation monitoring reports.
Additional Information :
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
About AECOM
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options well-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at .
What makes AECOM a great place to work
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and communitywhere you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
Full-time
