Geotechnical Engineer

Job description

Bald Mountain is an open-pit mine with a large estimated mineral resource in the largest private mining land package in the U.S. The mine is located in White Pine County, one of the best mining jurisdictions in the world, along the southern extension of the prolific Carlin trend. Bald Mountain and the nearby Round Mountain mine make up Kinross’ Nevada operations. Bald Mountain is an important contributor to the economy of northeastern Nevada and maintains a comprehensive environmental strategy including wildlife protection, habitat recovery and education. Job Summary: The Geotechnical Engineer is responsible for providing geotechnical support to the mining department and Tech Services department to ensure that the mine functions effectively and safely. To be familiar with and understand the principles of the environmental policy, and to maintain and support procedures and work practices aimed at preventing accidents or injuries. Essential Functions: 1. Develop geotechnical design criteria to support safe & optimal mine operations. 2. Manage the installation of the mine-wide geotechnical monitoring systems. 3. Facilitate the collection, analysis and interpretation of geotechnical da...