Geotechnical Engineer - Mining & Mine Waste Storage

AECOM
📍 Reno, Nevada, United States 💼 full-time 🕒 Posted July 02, 2026

Job Description

Job Description

AECOM is seeking a highly motivated staff geotechnical to support surface mining, mine waste storage and heavy civil infrastructure design and analysis as part of the growing AECOM Mining Division. The candidate will have broad experience in supporting surface mining operations and the design and evaluation of waste rock storage, heap and run of mine leaching and tailings storage facilities.

Job Summary/ Responsibilities:

  • Performs specific and moderate portions of broader assignments
  • Plans, directs and performs specific and/or moderate portions of mid- to large, complex projects under the supervision of an experienced senior engineer.
  • Plans, implements, performs and oversees geotechnical exploration and laboratory testing programs (30% travel/field time)
  • Plans, overseas and performs geotechnical evaluations including material characterization, liquefaction, seepage, slope stabili...

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Job Details

  • Location Reno, Nevada
  • Job Type full-time
  • Category Engineers
  • Posted Date July 02, 2026
  • Application Deadline August 11, 2026