Senior Engineer - Rock Mechanics

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Rock Mechanics Engineer with 7-10 years of relevant experience to join our team. The successful candidate will conduct advanced rock mechanics analyses, provide expert consulting services, and contribute to projects from conceptual design through construction. This role requires a strong understanding of rock mechanics principles, a proven track record in underground and slope stability projects, and effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct and supervise comprehensive geotechnical investigations and provide interpretation for the rock mass properties, including strength and deformation characteristics.
• Design and recommend appropriate ground support systems for underground projects, tunnels, and slopes.
• Perform numerical modelling and simulations using industry software.
• Assess and monitor ground stability during all phases of construction and operation.
• Assess and mitigate rockfall hazards, including designing and implementing rockfall protection measures.
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports, including geotechnical assessments, risk analyses, and recommendations for mitigation measures.
• Conduct field inspections and supervise the installation of ground support systems.
• Ability to travel to the Middle East for conducting site supervision tasks.
• Stay updated on the latest industry standards, regulations, and advancements in rock mechanics and geotechnical engineering.
• Provide technical support and guidance throughout all project phases, from planning and design to execution and post-construction.
• Actively participate in proposal development and marketing efforts to contribute to business growth.

Experience:

• Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive experience in rock mechanics, geotechnical engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in the design and analysis of underground projects, tunnelling, and slope stability projects is essential.

Qualifications and Skills:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Geological Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Mining Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Master's degree in Geological Engineering or Geotechnical Engineering is highly preferred.

Technical Skills:

• Expertise in rock mechanics modelling and finite element method (FEM) simulations.
• Proficiency in GIS software (e.g., QGIS, ArcMap) for spatial analysis and mapping.
• Strong understanding of rock mechanics principles, including stress analysis, failure criteria, and rock mass classification systems (e.g., RMR, Q-system).
• In-depth knowledge of geotechnical investigation techniques and instrumentation.
• Expertise in the design and implementation of ground support systems.
• Proficiency in relevant software packages: RocScience (Dips, Rocplane, Swedge, Roctopple, Unwedge, RocFall), AutoCAD 2D/3D, Slide 2D/3D, RS2/RS3.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication and reporting skills.
• Proven ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams and collaborate with clients.