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Geotechnical Engineer (Rock Mechanics)

@ Equilibrium

Vancouver, British Columbia

Full-time3+ years experience
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Responsibilities:

  • Perform field work in support of geological, geotechnical and hydrogeological investigations Interpret geological and geotechnical data
  • Conduct geotechnical analyses for open pit slopes and underground excavations
  • Prepare technical reports, documentation, and presentations
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across mining, geology, and operations
  • Support senior team members in various project tasks

Requirements summary:

  • Our extensive geotechnical experience with open pit and underground mines on 5 continents has equipped us to provide innovative and efficient solutions to mining challenges.
  • Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Geological Engineering, Mining Engineering, Civil Engineering or related field
  • 3-5 years of relevant experience in rock mechanics or geotechnical engineering
  • Basic working knowledge in Rocscience suite is an asset.
  • Some experience in the mining industry, with a focus on rock mechanics is an asset.

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Employer posting date
2026-07-26
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2026-11-11
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2026-11-11

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Equilibrium

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A specialized engineering consultancy delivering integrated geotechnical, structural geology and hydrogeology solutions.

Full company description

Equilibrium is a niche engineering consultancy delivering fully integrated geotechnical, structural geology, and hydrogeology solutions globally. With leadership and specialized resources based in Australia, Canada, the USA, and Chile, our team has contributed to some of the world’s largest and most technically challenging mining projects across five continents. Balance is at the heart of everything we do. We combine technical skill with practical expertise, a strong work ethic with well-being, and economic prosperity with environmental responsibility. Guided by our core values of technical excellence, quality, respect, and diversity, we bring care, agility, and collaboration to every project. Our culture is diverse, supportive, and dynamic, empowering people to thrive on and off the job. We are proud that women make up 75% of our Board and more than half of our team, reflecting our commitment to inclusivity and leadership across the mining industry.

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4,873
People associated on LinkedIn
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Reported office locations
  • 525 W 8th Ave, Suite 302, Vancouver, British Columbia V5Z 1C6, CA
  • 165 Melbourne St, Suite 7, South Brisbane, Queensland 4101, AU
  • 1120 SE Madison St, Portland, Oregon 97214, US
  • 3133 W Frye Rd, Suite 101, Chandler, Arizona 85226, US
Business categories
  • Consulting
  • Industrial
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Mining
Other recorded names
  • Equilibrium
Specialties
  • rock mechanics
  • open pit stability
  • numerical modeling
  • mining geomechanics
  • operational support
  • front end studies
  • innovation
  • automation
  • and machine learning
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Equilibrium is a niche engineering consultancy delivering fully integrated geotechnical, structural geology, and hydrogeology solutions globally. With leadership and specialized resources based in Australia, Canada, the USA, and Chile, our team has contributed to some of the world’s largest and most technically challenging mining projects across five continents. Balance is at the heart of everything we do. We…

FieldValue
IndustryMining
Company size11-50 employees
HeadquartersVancouver, British Columbia
Organization typePrivately Held
Year founded2022
Specialtiesrock mechanicsopen pit stabilitynumerical modelingmining geomechanicsoperational supportfront end studiesinnovationautomationand machine learning
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Job description

About the Job

Are you passionate about rock mechanics and geotechnical engineering in mining? Equilibrium is looking for motivated Junior to Intermediate Rock Mechanics Engineers to join our growing team in the United States and support a range of open pit and underground mining projects. Our extensive geotechnical experience with open pit and underground mines on 5 continents has equipped us to provide innovative and efficient solutions to mining challenges. Equilibrium has team members in Canada, US, Chile, and Australia, and we are searching for candidates to grow our business.

In this role, you’ll contribute to the data collection, field programs, analysis, design, and optimization of rock engineering solutions. You’ll work alongside experienced engineers on challenging projects involving slope stability, underground excavations, and ground support design.

At Equilibrium, our values in technical excellence, quality, respect, and diversity are at the forefront of every interaction we have with our team and clients. We believe in investing in both our people and research and development initiatives that tackle the challenges facing our industry. We value the diverse backgrounds and perspectives of our team and clients and see this diversity as a key factor in our success. Every team member has a valuable voice and by empowering them to contribute, we can achieve even greater innovation and efficiency. Join us at Equilibrium.

What You’ll Do

  • Perform field work in support of geological, geotechnical and hydrogeological investigations Interpret geological and geotechnical data
  • Conduct geotechnical analyses for open pit slopes and underground excavations
  • Prepare technical reports, documentation, and presentations
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across mining, geology, and operations
  • Support senior team members in various project tasks

What We’re Looking For

  • Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Geological Engineering, Mining Engineering, Civil Engineering or related field
  • 3-5 years of relevant experience in rock mechanics or geotechnical engineering
  • Good analytical skills. Basic working knowledge in Rocscience suite is an asset.
  • Understanding of rock mass classification systems (e.g., RMR, Q-system)
  • Familiarity with both open pit and underground mining environments
  • Solid analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
  • Commitment to inclusion, diversity and health and safety.
  • Some experience in the mining industry, with a focus on rock mechanics is an asset.

Why Equilibrium

At Equilibrium, we offer a dynamic and supportive work environment, with opportunities for professional development and growth. If you’re passionate about rock mechanics and want to make a difference in the mining industry, we’d love to hear from you!

Location: Open to candidates throughout the US

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