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Jonquière, Quebec, Canada
Overview
Please note that this job posting is intended for you to express your interest in future opportunities within AtkinsRéalis.
The Minerals and Metals (M&M) Division team at AtkinsRéalis provides tailored engineering solutions to the mining industry, integrating environmental considerations at every stage of a mining project—from initial engineering phases through construction, closure, and post-closure monitoring.
Our services help clients meet the highest standards and best practices in environmental management for mining operations. We contribute positively to the social acceptability of mining projects in a context where the energy transition will increasingly require the exploitation of mineral resources.
If you identify with this mission, there is a place for you at AtkinsRéalis.
The Sustainable Mining Development team includes more than 100 employees at all levels of expertise, working on projects in geotechnics, water management, mine restoration, and environmental services for major mining companies such as Rio Tinto, Newmont, Agnico-Eagle, and Glencore.
We deliver projects in Canada and abroad, including South America and Africa. We offer a work environment focused not only on career development but also on personal growth and well-being.
Your Role
The Senior Geotechnical Engineer leads multidisciplinary teams in designing tailings containment structures. Supported by junior and intermediate engineers and CADD designers, they are involved in all stages of design—from concept development to construction.
Responsibilities also include participation in technical reviews (expert committees and audits), inspections of tailings facilities, stability reviews of dams, and other studies related to the design and performance of tailings installations. In some projects, the engineer will act as a technical advisor and as the designated Engineer of Record (EoR).
- Participate in the design of tailings facilities and related structures, including preparation and review of plans and specifications;
- Contribute to the development of mine restoration concepts;
- Inspect dams with junior engineers;
- Act as Engineer of Record (EoR);
- Lead projects (approximately 800 hours);
- Mentor junior engineers and actively participate in conferences.
Location
Jonquière, Quebec, Canada
Job Type
Full time
Ref
R-136516
Salary range
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About You
- University degree in Civil or Geological Engineering and a graduate degree (Master's'and/or Ph.D.) in Geotechnics, or equivalent experience;
- Member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ) or eligible for membership;
- Mining experience: 5 to 8 years in designing tailings containment structures;
- ASP Construction safety card;
- Strong knowledge of French and English*;
- Familiarity with slope stability, seepage, and stress-deformation analysis software;
- Experience in dynamic analysis and seismicity;
- Excellent teamwork skills within multidisciplinary engineering teams composed mainly of geotechnical engineers, hydrologists, hydrogeologists, and environmental specialists.
* This position requires knowledge of another language besides French, namely English, as most clients and suppliers you will interact with are English-speaking and located outside Quebec.
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?
Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.
Rewards & benefits
Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.
Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.
Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.
And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time-off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.
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About AtkinsRéalis
We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.
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Appropriate accommodation will be provided upon request throughout the recruitment and hiring process as required by Company policy and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
Successful applicants will be notified about AtkinsRéalis' accommodation policies at the time the employment offer is extended, and the information will be shared with new personnel during the onboarding process.
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