Staff Engineer (Geotechnical, Geological or Mining) / Staff Geologist

Company Description

Call & Nicholas is an internationally recognized geotechnical engineering firm based in Tucson, AZ that provides consulting services to clients in the mining industry. CNI has been in existence since 1979 and employs engineers, geologists, and support staff. We are an industry leader in geotechnical services and proud to be 100% employee owned.

Job Description

We are seeking an entry-level geological engineer to join our consulting group based in Tucson, AZ.

Staff engineers are expected to perform the following duties. Skills in these areas will still be at an emerging level, and it is expected that many of these skills will need to be further developed on the job: 

• Assist in editing and creating tools or programs for application to geotechnical engineering data collection and analysis (programming/coding)
• Provide data collection support
  • Rock fabric mapping
  • Drone mapping
  • Oriented core logging (Televiewer, Reflex ACT III, TruCore)
  • Geomechanical logging
  • Geomechanical sample collection
• Process field data
• Carry out multiple forms of analyses, e.g.:
  • Surface
    • Bench-scale analysis
    • Interramp analysis
    • Overall slope analysis
    • Rockfall analysis
  • Underground
    • Kinematic and empirical analysis
    • Auditing of ground support designs
• Provide support in the writing of technical reports and memos
• Foster strong client relationships while on and off site
• Assess risks/hazards and prioritize working safely
• Follow safety rules, guidelines, and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to Project Manager or Principals
• Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects
• May assist senior Geologist/Engineers on large, more complex projects.

Performs other related duties as apparent or assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in geological engineering, geotechnical engineering, mining engineering, or related engineering discipline
• 0-4 years’ experience
• The position involves domestic and international travel
• Professional registration considered a plus
• All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S
• Ability to travel for field work up to 60 days at a time
• Ready to work with a safety-first mindset both in and out of the field
• Computer literacy, experience with Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Possesses experience with coding and programming, enhancing technical proficiency and enabling efficient problem-solving and automation within geotechnical and engineering applications—a valuable asset in adapting and optimizing processes in a technical consulting environment
• Experience with the following programs are considered a plus:
  • MinePlan3d, Vulcan or other 3-Dimensional modeling program 
  • AutoCAD
  • Finite Element modeling programs - FEFLOW, FLAC3D, FLAC2D
  • Rocscience suite of software

Additional Information

JOB SKILLS

Excellent communication skills with colleagues and clients. Continuously learns and develops new skills. Operates with integrity, both internally and externally to the company. Works with positive attitude/enthusiasm. Cooperates with team members to achieve shared goals. Adaptable to changes in job conditions. Able to resolve conflicts constructively. Works with safety as a top priority.

• Open to change, travel, and being assigned to short- to long-term projects.
• Results driven. Takes pride in work.
• Ability to evaluate data. Ability to visualize three-dimensional problems.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Ability to read and understand documents such as instruction and procedure manuals, safety guidelines, and regulations.
• Ability to write routine reports in English.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to co-workers in English (additional languages are considered a plus).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and arms to handle and manipulate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. They also are required to stand and/or walk for prolonged periods of time.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  While performing the duties of this job in the field, the employee frequently works in outside weather conditions dependent on location. 

BENEFITS

• Comprehensive full-family medical insurance coverage
• Optional low-cost dental and vision coverage
• Long-term disability, life insurance
• 401k with 5% company matching contribution
• Annual profit-share and merit bonuses
• PTO, Sick leave, and 9 observed holidays
• Paid Maternity and Parental leave
• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance
• Continuing education fund 

Schedule: Full time, normal business hours