{"id":2661080,"url":"https://alion.io/job/teck-principal-geotechnical-engineer","title":"Principal Geotechnical Engineer","company":{"id":1865838,"name":"Teck","domain":"teck.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/teck-com","size_band":"501-1000","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"SuccessFactors","truth_index":null},"role":"Industrial Engineering","role_family":"Industrial Engineering","seniority":"lead","employment_type":null,"work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"explicit","locations":["United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":{"min_usd":117000,"max_usd":236000,"period":"year","method":"role_seniority_country_remote_cell","sample_n":1829},"experience_years_min":5,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-10-16T00:48:12Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-10-16","last_verified_at":"2026-10-21T02:56:06Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":5,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":5},"description":"Closing Date: November 15, 2026\nLocation: Red Dog Mine, AK, United States\nEmployment Type: Regular Full Time\nWorkplace Type: On-site\nAbout Red Dog\nRed Dog Operations is both the largest critical minerals mine in the United States and one of the largest zinc mines in the world. In 1982, Red Dog was developed through a partnership between Teck and the land-owner NANA, an Alaska Native corporation owned by the Iñupiat of northwest Alaska. The partnership between Teck and NANA ensures real benefits for the local Iñupiat community, while recognizing there is still more to do as we advance our commitment to sustainable practices and meaningful engagement.\nRole Overview\nReporting to: Superintendent, Integrated Planning. The Principal Geotechnical Engineer provides leadership and technical oversight for the Geotechnical Engineering team, ensuring high standards of geotechnical practice are applied and continuously improved. The role is accountable for managing geotechnical risks, supporting the stability and safety of open pits and waste dumps, and providing technical expertise for operational activities and projects. Working across multidisciplinary teams, the role supports safe, practical mine plans aligned with Red Dog’s production and long-term business objectives.\nRotational Schedule will be 2 weeks on-site (dayshift) with 2 weeks off-site\nKey Responsibilities\nLead, coach and develop Geotechnical Engineers and Engineers in Training by providing technical guidance, training and mentorship, and building capability to meet current and future needs.\nProvide technical expertise and oversight for geotechnical projects and operational activities, ensuring work is delivered on time, within budget and to the required quality standards.\nIdentify and manage geotechnical risks associated with open pits, waste dumps and projects, and implement effective mitigation strategies to support safe mine development and execution.\nReview and analyze geotechnical data for the characterization, operation and design of open pits and waste dumps, and translate findings into clear, practical recommendations.\nImplement and oversee slope and dump monitoring programs and management plans, analyze monitoring data, and develop action plans to maintain safe and stable operations.\nEstablish systematic bench and inter-ramp slope inspections, performance assessments and design reconciliation, including assessment of blast damage and overdigging or underdigging of bench toes, faces and crests.\nGuide numerical and analytical assessments for geotechnical design and evaluation of site infrastructure, and support the development of operating modes and Trigger Action Response Plans (TARPs).\nReview and audit ground support policies and practices against the Ground Control Management Plan and Slope and Dump Management Plan, and drive continuous improvement in geotechnical practices.\nWork collaboratively with Mine Geology, Mine Engineering, Mine Operations and Teck Strategic Planning to incorporate geotechnical requirements into integrated plans and optimize the mine value chain.\nLead the evaluation and management of consultants and vendors, including preparation of scopes of work, schedules and cost estimates, and technical review of deliverables.\nCommunicate geotechnical risks, concepts, recommendations and project progress effectively to technical and non-technical audiences, supporting informed operational and planning decisions.\nContribute to strategic planning for the geotechnical function and improve resource allocation, workflows and technology use to support Integrated Planning and site objectives.\nPerform other related duties as assigned.\nQualifications\nDegree in Geotechnical, Geological, Mining or Civil Engineering. A Master’s degree or Ph.D. is preferred.\nMinimum twelve (12) years of geotechnical experience, including five (5) years at a senior level, with extensive knowledge of geotechnical applications to open-pit mining.\nProfessional Engineering (P.Eng.) designation is preferred.\nStrong experience in geotechnical data analysis, site investigations, slope and dump monitoring, project evaluation and management.\nProven track record of managing and delivering complex geotechnical projects on time and within budget.\nExpert capabilities with mining geotechnical software such as Rocscience, FLAC or GeoStudio.\nProven leadership capability, with experience guiding, mentoring and developing Geotechnical Engineers and Engineers in Training.\nStrong analytical and decision-making abilities, with a data-based approach and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex geotechnical concepts to non-technical audiences, and strong interpersonal skills to build effective working relationships.\nCommitment to continuous professional development and staying current with industry trends and advancements.\nWorking Conditions:\nAccess: Fly in, fly out\nSchedule: We offer a two-weeks on / two-weeks off rotational schedule to support a healthy work-life balance.\nAccommodation: Our modern facilities, including dedicated spaces for group and individual physical activities, weights, cardio equipment, movie rooms, theme nights, and modern accommodation complexes. All meals are provided, making it easier for you to focus on your work and well-being.\nCulture: At Red Dog, we believe in fostering a safe and healthy environment for all our employees. We are proud to be a drug and alcohol-free workplace and will include a drug test as part of our hiring process.\nWhy Teck\nAt Teck, your work matters - to the world, to our communities and to your future.\nAs a leading Canadian resource company, we focus on responsibly providing the metals essential for global development and the energy transition while caring for the people, communities and land that we love. We do this guided by our values that, together, form The Teck Way. At Teck, you’ll find purpose-driven work, a culture of respect and inclusion, and the opportunity to grow your career while helping build a better world.\nApply with us\nTake the next step in your career by applying for the Principal Geotechnical Engineer role. We review applications on a rolling basis and encourage you to apply, even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement.\nWe are an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free hiring process. Accommodations are available upon request, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.\nRequisition ID: 54722 | Job Category: Geoscience & Exploration | Employment Type: Regular Full Time | Location: Red Dog | Workplace Type: #LI - On-site\nClosing Date: November 15, 2026\nLocation: Red Dog Mine, AK, United States\nEmployment Type: Regular Full Time\nWorkplace Type: On-site\nAbout Red Dog\nRed Dog Operations is both the largest critical minerals mine in the United States and one of the largest zinc mines in the world. In 1982, Red Dog was developed through a partnership between Teck and the land-owner NANA, an Alaska Native corporation owned by the Iñupiat of northwest Alaska. The partnership between Teck and NANA ensures real benefits for the local Iñupiat community, while recognizing there is still more to do as we advance our commitment to sustainable practices and meaningful engagement.\nRole Overview\nReporting to: Superintendent, Integrated Planning. The Principal Geotechnical Engineer provides leadership and technical oversight for the Geotechnical Engineering team, ensuring high standards of geotechnical practice are applied and continuously improved. The role is accountable for managing geotechnical risks, supporting the stability and safety of open pits and waste dumps, and providing technical expertise for operational activities and projects. 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