Intermediate Underground Geotechnical Engineer

Make an impact at an all-North American precious metals producer. Coeur Mining attracts and hires highly skilled individuals. By joining our team, you can look forward to:

• A stimulating values-based work environment
• A culture of collaboration and inclusion
• Inspiring colleagues and approachable leaders
• A deeply rooted commitment to responsible mining, health and safety and community engagement
• A comprehensive benefits package including a retirement savings plan

Coeur Mining is a growing, all-North American precious metals producer with seven operations: the Las Chispas silver-gold mine and Palmarejo gold-silver complex in Mexico, the Rochester silver-gold mine in Nevada, the Kensington gold mine in Alaska, the Wharf gold mine in South Dakota, the Rainy River gold mine in Ontario, Canada, and the New Afton copper-gold mine in British Columbia, Canada.

The Intermediate Underground Geotechnical Engineer is a key member of the Rainy River Mine Geotechnical Team, supporting both office- and field-based activities and reporting to the Senior Geotechnical Engineer. This position is based at the Rainy River Underground Mine site. The role primarily provides geotechnical and ground control support to the Underground Mine Technical Services team, contributing to the effective implementation of the Ground Control Management Plan (GCMP).

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide geotechnical and ground control support for the Rainy River Underground Mine.
• Support and mentor Geotechnical Engineers-in-Training (EITs).
• Perform numerical modelling and stope stability analysis for underground excavations.
• Integrate rock mass characterization and structural geology data into geotechnical design and stability assessments.
• Maintain and update the Ground Control Management Plan (GCMP) to reflect design changes and supporting analyses.
• Support execution of inspections, instrumentation, monitoring, and surveillance programs in alignment with the GCMP and Quality Control requirements.
• Plan and perform quality control duties in accordance with the policies and procedures.
• Stay updated on current state of practice for underground geotechnical design and technologies.
• Communicate geotechnical design intent and recommendations effectively across the organization.
• Provide geotechnical input to internal mine designs and review deliverables from external consultants.
• Promote Health and Safety by participating in daily and weekly meetings.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Geological Engineering, Mining Engineering, or a related discipline; a Master’s degree is considered an asset.
• Registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with PEO, or eligible for immediate registration.
• 4–7 years of experience in rock mechanics and underground ground support design; relevant co-op or internship experience may be considered.
• Experience in operating underground mines preferred; longhole stoping experience is an asset.
• Working knowledge of rock mass classification systems (RMR, Q’, GSI) and underground mapping.
• Experience with 2D and 3D geotechnical numerical modelling (e.g., Rocscience products, Map3D) and mine planning software (e.g., Deswik).
• Experience with geological and geotechnical modelling software (e.g., Leapfrog, GeoStudio) is an asset.
• Experience installing geotechnical instrumentation, performing quality control, and interpreting monitoring data is preferred.
• Valid Ontario Class G driver’s license (or equivalent Canadian license) with a clean driving record.
• Strong communication, analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with the ability to work independently and manage priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Why Coeur?

• Highly competitive base salary, and a quarterly incentive program.
• Travel and camp provided, Extended Health & Dental Benefit.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance benefit.
• Defined match contribution to group registered retirement savings account.

The anticipated salary range for this position will be between $105,000 to $130,000.

Coeur Mining is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the recruitment process are available upon request.