Senior tailings engineer

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  • Laval, QC
  • Permanent
  • Temps-plein
  • Il y a 1 mois
Job description:Build the foundation for a successful career in geotechnical engineering with a great team. When we say we’re full-service, we mean it. You’ll find us in the office, on site, and in the lab. We work in and outdoors, above and below ground, over and under water, on projects large and small. From field exploration and lab testing to designing and managing the construction of complex geotechnical structures, our team does rock-solid work.Join our team and discover the opportunities that await.Stantec is seeking an engineer specializing in mine tailings management to support the growth of the Tailings and Mine Waste department in Montréal. This strategic role requires strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and a solid understanding of the Canadian mining sector. The successful candidate will lead complex technical projects (TSFs, waste rock facilities) and contribute to business development by identifying new opportunities.Your key responsibilitiesTechnical Leadership and Business DevelopmentMaintain active market awareness, represent Stantec at mining industry events, build long-term strategic relationships, and contribute to revenue growth.Lead proposal development, manage commercial follow-up, and present technical solutions tailored to client needs.Lead complex mining projects from design through execution, including tailings, waste rock, water management systems, earthworks, and dikes.Act as Engineer of Record (EOR), support risk analyses, safety reviews, and site inspections, in compliance with GISTM standards and CDA and MAC guidelines.Infrastructure Design and ManagementDesign and plan tailings storage facilities (TSFs), waste rock storage facilities (WRSFs), and water management systems, including dikes and containment structures, in accordance with applicable standards.Conduct risk assessments, dam safety reviews, and inspections; analyze structural performance and recommend optimization measures.Contribute to the development of closure and reclamation plans in compliance with regulatory requirements.Oversee the preparation and review of technical documentation, provide support to field teams, and collaborate closely with related disciplines.Mentorship and Talent DevelopmentDemonstrate strong teamwork in identifying business opportunities and in building, mobilizing, and managing multidisciplinary teams.Ensure rigorous technical review of team reports and deliverables to guarantee quality, consistency, and compliance with established standards.Technical Deliverables and DocumentationPrepare and contribute to the production of comprehensive, rigorous, and high-quality engineering reports that meet technical and regulatory requirements.Produce technical deliverables adapted to the various study phases (Concept, PEA, PFS, FS, and detailed engineering).Draft technical memoranda, design criteria, and detailed stability analyses, ensuring clarity, consistency, and traceability of assumptions and results.If you see yourself in this role, apply today or contact Benjamin Ponchon, your recruiter, on LinkedIn for more information.Your backgroundMaster’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related discipline; a PhD in Geotechnical Engineering is considered a major asset.Minimum of 15 years of experience in mining consulting engineering, with in-depth expertise in mine tailings management.Strong experience in the design, operation, and management of tailings storage facilities (TSFs), including water management and geotechnical characterization of mining materials.Active member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ), with strong knowledge of GISTM standards and CDA and MAC guidelines.Interpersonal and Professional SkillsStrong professional credibility with a proven ability to build lasting, trust-based client relationships and drive business growth.Excellent communication skills in both French and English, with strong mentoring capabilities and proven effectiveness in multidisciplinary and multicultural teams.Strong critical and analytical mindset, solution-oriented, with a demonstrated ability to make sound technical decisions in a timely manner.Your key to successDirect experience in the mining or natural resources industry, including participation in mine closure and site rehabilitation projects.Recognized contributions through technical publications and/or presentations at mining industry conferences.Holding additional professional certifications, particularly in project management (e.g., PMP).Sommaire des avantages sociaux: Avantages sociaux au Canada : Les employés à temps partiel et à temps plein auront accès aux avantages sociaux suivants : régimes de soins de santé, de soins dentaires et de la vue, programme de bien-être, comptes de crédits-santé et de mieux-être, régime enregistré d’épargne-retraite collectif, régime d’actionnariat des employés, compte d’épargne libre d’impôt (CELI) collectif, assurance vie et assurance décès ou mutilation accidentels (DMA), régimes d’assurance invalidité de courte et de longue durée, assistance-voyage en cas d’urgence, remboursement des frais de scolarité, couverture des frais d’adhésion à des associations professionnelles et congés payés.Les employés temporaires ou occasionnels auront accès aux avantages sociaux suivants : régime enregistré d’épargne-retraite collectif, régime d’actionnariat des employés et compte d’épargne libre d’impôt collectif.Primary Location: Canada | QC | Montréal
Organization: 1216 EnvSvcs-CA GeoTech East-Montreal QC
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: No
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 25/02/2026 09:02:49
Req ID: 1004496#additional

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