Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer

BGC Engineering Inc.

Intermediate Geotechnical or Geological Engineer working on rock mechanics and geotechnical designs at BGC Engineering in Reno, Nevada. Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and mentoring junior staff.

Posted 7/14/2026full-timeReno • Nevada • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $90,000 - $115,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in geotechnical investigations, analyses, and design for open pit and underground mines, with strong capabilities in rock mass characterization and stability analyses. Proficient in mentoring junior engineers and preparing technical documentation while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

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Geotechnical InvestigationsRock Mechanics ExperienceNumerical ModellingPE RegistrationTechnical Writing

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Hard Skills

Rock Mass CharacterizationStability Analyses3D Geological ModelingGeotechnical Core LoggingHydrogeological TestingSurface MappingInstrumentation InstallationAnalytical SkillsData InterpretationLaboratory Testing

Soft Skills

Critical ThinkingVerbal CommunicationLeadershipMentoringCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Geotechnical SoftwareAnalytical SoftwareNumerical SoftwareIn-House Developed Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Mining EngineeringBachelor’s Degree in Geological EngineeringPE Registration (or ability to obtain)

Industry Keywords

Geotechnical EngineeringOpen Pit MiningUnderground MiningField WorkConsulting Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Working on projects related to geotechnical investigations, analyses, and design for proposed and operating open pit and/or underground mines
Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams across BGC’s business sectors, contributing geotechnical expertise to a variety of projects.
Performing rock mass characterization including interpretation of data collected from drillholes, surface mapping, laboratory testing, and other field data
Development of geotechnical models (3D geological and structural modeling software experience is a plus)
Performing empirical, analytical, and numerical stability analyses for open pit and underground rock mechanics assessments
Preparing technical documents related to your project work
Mentoring a team of junior geotechnical and geological engineers and geoscientists
Participating in proposal writing and project cost estimating
Traveling within the US and internationally for site visits and field work
Field work including: geotechnical core logging, hydrogeological subsurface testing, surface and face mapping, and instrumentation installation.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Mining Engineering, Geological Engineering, or a similar degree
Post graduate degree is desirable
5+ years of progressive rock mechanics experience
Some consulting experience is an asset
PE registration in the US or the ability to obtain registration within 12 months of hire date
Strong analytical skills including numerical modelling experience
Ability to learn and adapt new software tools including in-house developed software and workflows
Strong skills in critical thinking, technical writing, and verbal communication
Leadership skills
Ability to mentor junior engineers and geoscientists

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, Dental and Vision coverage
LTD, Life, AD&D and Business Travel Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick, Holidays
Parental leave top ups
Professional development and mentoring opportunities
Flat management structure
Flexible workplace with office and home arrangements
Social and wellness activities
Casual and professional work environment