Senior Rock Mechanics Engineer

Senior Rock Mechanics Engineer

Warsaw / Wroclaw / Cracow

Permanent

Hybrid

Are you passionate about solving global challenges with innovative engineering solutions Do you possess extensive experience in rock mechanics engineering and you are an engineer with a knack for solving complex geological issues Then join us at COWI to take your career to the next level.

Create the solutions that will enable a better tomorrow

As an Senior or Principal Rock Mechanics Engineer you will be responsible for providing expertise and technical support in the field of rock mechanics rock tunnelling geotechnical engineering and slope stability analysis. You will be joining our global team of experts and work on challenging projects for the Scandinavian North American and UK market. Also you will be collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of engineers to optimize designs ensure the safe and efficient design and construction of underground and infrastructure projects.

Furthermore on a day-to-day basis you will :

• Oversee technical leadership of a team of rock engineers
• Analyse stability of underground and surface excavations including caverns tunnels and slopes using appropriate software and analytical tools.
• Assess and provide recommendations for ground support systems rock bolting shotcrete and other reinforcement measures.
• Develop geotechnical design criteria drawings specifications and guidelines for project implementation.
• Conduct stability analysis for pit walls waste dumps and tailings dams.
• Support project teams in the identification and management of geotechnical risks.
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports including geotechnical data analysis and findings.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in rock mechanics geotechnical engineering and mining technology through continuous professional development.

Your Skills. Our Team. Together We Design the Future

The first step to growth in this role is that you are eager to collaborate with the people around you whether they are colleagues partners or customers. Work across borders and disciplines share knowledge and build positive relationships.

On top of that you have:

• Masters degree/PhD in Civil Engineering Geotechnical Engineering Engineering Geology or a related field with 10 years experience in rock mechanics and geotechnical engineering
• Proficiency in geotechnical software for stability analysis such as Rocscience suite and GeoStudio.
• Knowledge of software such as Roscience (RS2 RS3) Itasca (FLAC UDEC) Plaxis 2D & 3D mining and tunnelling methods.
• Field experience in geotechnical and engineering geological site investigations.
• Effective analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team-oriented environment.

• Enhanced written and verbal communication skills in English with the ability to effectively present technical information.

A place to work and so much more

At COWI we work together with our customers to shape a sustainable and livable world. We do it by applying our knowledge and curiosity and sometimes even our courage to create the solutions the world needs today to enable a better tomorrow. We support our customers transition towards increased sustainability. We strive to lead by example by embedding environmental management social responsibility and good governance into our business practices and the options we provide to our customers.

We value differences and development and cultivate an environment of belonging and having fun. Because that is what brings out the best in you at work and at home.

With offices primarily located in Scandinavia the UK North America Poland and India we are currently 7500 people who bring their expertise in engineering architecture energy and environment into play.

Got more questions

If you have any unanswered questions about the role or what we have to offer please reach out to Adam Zorawinski Head of Discipline or Nimisha Gulati Talent Acquisition Partner.

Get to know us even better at our website where you can learn more about our projects our strategy what we want to achieve and what life is like at COWI.

Equal opportunity employer

COWI provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race colour religion sex national origin age disability or addition to federal law requirements COWI complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.