Senior Engineer, Geotechnical Design

Be part of a safety-driven, inclusive and technically strong geotechnical team supporting one of the world’s largest open pit mining operations. Work in a high-impact role where your technical recommendations directly influence safe mine design, operational execution, risk management and value protection. Join a collaborative environment with opportunities to work across mine planning, operations, geology, hydrogeology, monitoring, studies, external reviewers and Rio Tinto’s global geotechnical network. At Rio Tinto, we are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and able to succeed. We actively encourage applications from women and from people with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We know that great technical capability comes in many forms, and we’re focused on building teams that reflect the communities we operate in and support each other to do their best work. We’re Finding Better Ways™ to provide the materials the world needs, now and in the future. Our values – care, courage and curiosity – guide how we work and how we treat each other. About the role We are looking for a Senior Geotechnical Design Engineer to support open pit slope design, geotechnical risk management and design implementation at the Bingham Canyon Mine. Reporting to Superintendent Geotechnical Design, on a Monday to Friday roster and working collaboratively with operational and functional teams, you will be responsible for: Providing geotechnical engineering support for open pit slope design, design changes and mine plan implementation. Collecting, reviewing and interpreting geotechnical data, including mapping, core logging, monitoring, drilling, structural geology and rock mass information. Performing slope stability assessments, including kinematic, deterministic, probabilistic and numerical modelling where required. Identifying, characterizing and communicating geotechnical hazards and slope instability risks that may impact safety, production or mine value. Developing practical mitigation, remediation and monitoring recommendations in collaboration with operations, mine planning, geology, hydrogeology and monitoring teams. Supporting geotechnical design governance processes, including design reviews, risk assessments, technical documentation and alignment with Rio Tinto standards. About you A commitment to the safety of yourself and your team Bachelor’s degree in mining, geological, geotechnical engineering or a related field; master’s degree preferred. 5 Experience in open pit geotechnical engineering, including slope design, slope stability numerical analysis and geotechnical risk management. Experience with slope stability assessment methods, including kinematic, deterministic and probabilistic analysis; numerical modelling experience is desirable. Strong understanding of geotechnical data collection and interpretation, including mapping, core logging, drilling, monitoring data and rock mass characterization. Ability to identify, assess and communicate geotechnical hazards and develop practical risk mitigation recommendations. Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively with mine planning, operations, geology, hydrogeology, monitoring teams and external consultants. Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare technical documentation and communicate recommendations to different audiences. What we offer A work environment where safety is always the number one priority. Competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with an annual incentive bonus. Access to top-tier family-friendly health programs including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life insurance coverage, and various voluntary benefits. Excellent retirement plan including up to 6% defined company contribution; Generous 401k matching program. Attractive share ownership plan. Comprehensive leave policies which cover all the moments that matter in life: PTO (paid time off), paid holidays, and paid bereavement leave. A generous parental leave policy, which ensures you’re able to spend quality time with your new family. Discount programs for leisure purposes and access to Virgin Pulse with incentives supporting your wellbeing. Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), which provides confidential counselling or expert guidance for you and your family to help get through life’s challenges. Where you'll be working Our Kennecott mine is a world-class, fully integrated copper mining operation, including a concentrator, smelter, and refinery, located just outside Salt Lake City, Utah, in the United States. We produce copper, precious metals including gold and silver, molybdenum, and sulfuric acid. Kennecott has been mining and processing minerals from the rich ore body of the Bingham Canyon Mine since 1903 and is one of the top producing mines in the world, comprising approximately 11 percent of U.S. annual copper production About Rio Tinto Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive. We have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents. Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs – striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards. But we can’t do it on our own, so we’re focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win situations and meet opportunities. Respect and Inclusion Rio Tinto is committed to equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel safe, respected and valued. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome but are essential to our success. We treat all our people fairly and with dignity. Rio Tinto participates in E- Verify to confirm work authorization. Please visit http://www.ucis.gov/ for more information. A drive for innovation and continuous improvement is at the heart of our company's purpose: Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs. Here, you’ll find a home for curious people who care about their work and colleagues, are courageous about finding better ways to do things, and are empowered to adapt quickly to solve problems and meet opportunities. We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or anything else that makes us different.