{"id":2489153,"url":"https://alion.io/job/equilibrium-junior-geotechnical-eit-tailings-mine-waste","title":"Junior Geotechnical EIT, Tailings & Mine Waste","company":{"id":6859,"name":"Equilibrium","domain":"equilibrium.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/equilibrium","size_band":null,"is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Workable","truth_index":null},"role":"Field & Service","role_family":"Field & Service","seniority":"junior","employment_type":"full_time","work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"explicit","locations":["Vancouver, Canada"],"countries":["CA"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":{"min":72000,"max":86000,"currency":"CAD","period":"year","gross":null,"usd_annual":61136},"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":null,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[{"name":"AutoCAD","optional":false},{"name":"Microsoft Office","optional":false}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-10-14T01:30:46Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-10-14","last_verified_at":"2026-10-31T11:30:35Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":17,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":17},"description":"Junior Geotechnical EIT | Geotechnical Engineering | Mine Waste\nWe are seeking a Junior Geotechnical Engineer-in-Training (EIT) to join our growing Mine Waste team. Our Mine Waste practice is a strategic area of growth, complementing our established rock mechanics and hydrogeology disciplines. You’ll work alongside experienced multidisciplinary teams on significant projects while contributing to the continued growth and development of our mine waste capabilities.\nWhy Join Equilibrium?\nGlobal reach. Specialist expertise. Real influence.\nEquilibrium brings together the global reach and expertise of an established consultancy with the autonomy and agility of a specialist firm.\nHere, you’ll work closely with experienced leaders, have a genuine voice in the business and see the impact of your work firsthand. As we grow, you’ll have the opportunity to take ownership, deepen your expertise in geotechnical engineering and mine waste, and play a meaningful role in shaping what comes next.\nWe want our people to grow with the business, build meaningful relationships and make a lasting contribution - not simply be part of the team, but help build the future of Equilibrium.\nThe Role:\nAs a Junior Geotechnical Engineer-in-Training, you will support field investigations, technical analysis, data interpretation, and reporting for tailings and mine-waste projects. You will assist with routine calculations, stability modeling, monitoring, and technical deliverables under the guidance of intermediate and senior engineers.\nYou will:\nProject Delivery: Support geotechnical projects through field investigations, data analysis, technical work, and project documentation, primarily for tailings, mine-waste, and water retention facilities. Support dam safety tasks and develop familiarity with applicable guidelines under the direction of experienced engineers. \nField Investigations: Participate in drilling, sampling, test pitting, logging, inspections, construction observation, and routine facility monitoring, including collection of piezometer, instrumentation, and survey data. \nField Programs: Support coordination of contractors, laboratories, surveyors, equipment, and field logistics under the direction of experienced engineers. \nField Quality: Maintain accurate field records, samples, logs, photographs, and instrumentation data while following established health, safety, environmental, and QA/QC procedures. Communicate field observations, changes in conditions, and potential issues to intermediate and senior engineers. Promote and uphold a strong safety culture internally and externally. \nGeotechnical Analysis: Perform routine calculations, basic stability checks, and technical analyses using fundamental geotechnical principles and established methods under the guidance of intermediate and senior engineers. Build proficiency in geotechnical software and analytical tools through experience and training. \nData Analysis: Compile, QA/QC, validate, and interpret geotechnical, geological, hydrological, laboratory, and monitoring data, identifying basic data gaps or inconsistencies for review. \nTechnical Deliverables: Prepare figures, cross-sections, tables, logs, field reports, data summaries, and supporting technical documentation for engineering projects. \nCollaboration & Development: Work with multidisciplinary project teams, contractors, and clients while developing technical and consulting skills through hands-on project experience, mentoring, and training. \nWhat We’re Looking For:\nTypically, 0-3 years of relevant experience in mining or engineering consulting; co-op, internship, or academic project experience considered an asset. \nBasic understanding of geotechnical engineering principles, soil and rock mechanics, and slope stability. \nExposure to geotechnical design and evaluation of tailings dams, waste rock spoils, and/or co-management structures is an asset. \nFamiliarity with tailings, mine-waste facilities, geotechnical investigations, and field data collection is an asset. \nProficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel; experience with AutoCAD, GIS, or geotechnical software is an asset. \nStrong communication, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. \nStrong work ethic, attention to detail, and willingness to learn and develop technical skills under the guidance of senior engineers. \nValid driver’s license. Ability to drive company or rental vehicles for project and field activities, an asset. \nEducation & Certifications:\nBachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering (Civil, Geotechnical, Geological, or related discipline). \nEligibility for registration with a professional organization eg; GIT, EIT. is an asset. \nAbout Equilibrium:\nComplex challenges. Practical solutions. Technical excellence.\nEquilibrium is a specialist technical consultancy serving the global mining and natural resources sectors. We bring together expertise in geotechnical engineering, structural geology, and hydrogeology, to solve complex technical challenges and deliver practical solutions for our clients.\nFounded by internationally respected technical leaders, we combine deep technical expertise with a practical, solutions-focused approach and close client relationships. Our multidisciplinary teams work across regions and disciplines to deliver work that is technically sound, practical and fit for purpose.\nTechnical excellence is at the heart of what we do. We are committed to continuously improving our expertise, how we work and the value we deliver to our clients.\nOur People & Culture:\nDifferent perspectives make us stronger.\nWe believe bringing together different experiences and ways of thinking makes our teams stronger and our work better. More than half of our team are women, reflecting the inclusive and collaborative culture we are building at Equilibrium.\nWe look for people who are technically excellent, curious, empathetic and generous with their knowledge. Initiative, collaboration and fresh thinking shape how we work, while respect and transparency guide how we work with one another.\nWe want people to feel heard, supported and empowered to contribute - whether that's sharing an idea, challenging an assumption or helping a colleague succeed.\nOur values - excellence, transparency, diversity and mindfulness of our impact - guide how we work with each other, serve our clients and contribute to our communities and the planet.\nCompensation:\nThis position is an early-career position. The final compensation package will be determined based on the successful candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, and overall fit for the role.\nCanada $72,000 - $86,000 CAD per year + Benefits \nLocation:\nEquilibrium operates globally, with offices in South Brisbane, Australia; Vancouver, Canada; and Portland and Phoenix, USA.\nWe are accepting applications from candidates from within Vancouver, Canada or candidates ready to relocate to Vancouver. Flexible arrangements will be considered for the right individual, depending on location and project requirements.\nAdditional Requirements:\nMust be legally authorized to work in Canada where the position is based. \nPeriodic domestic and/or international travel may be required for project assignments, meetings, training, field investigations, and other business purposes, including travel to remote project and mine sites. 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