Principal Tailings Engineer EOR / Deputy

Recruiter | Mining Projects | Tailings and Water

Join a people-focused consultancy where your expertise is respected, your input matters, and your work contributes directly to safer, more sustainable mining. You'll be part of a close-knit technical community that values collaboration, mentorship, and practical engineering above all else.

We're looking for an accomplished Engineer of Record (EOR) or Experienced Deputy with a passion for technical excellence and a commitment to safe, responsible tailings design. This is a senior technical leadership position with a respected consultancy known for its integrity, quality, and practical field‑focused approach to engineering.

You’ll take ownership of key tailings and dam engineering projects throughout Chile and Latin America – guiding multidisciplinary teams, mentoring emerging engineers, and building trusted partnerships with clients who rely on your expertise. This is a hands‑on, high‑impact role for someone who thrives on solving complex geotechnical and water management challenges.

What You’ll Be Doing

Leading the design, review, and stewardship of tailings storage facilities from concept to closure.

Acting as Engineer of Record, ensuring designs meet technical, regulatory, and safety requirements.

Providing expert oversight of geotechnical analyses, stability assessments, and risk evaluations.

Building strong client relationships based on transparency, trust, and technical integrity.

Supporting project teams through mentorship, peer review, and collaboration across regions.

What You Bring

15+ years of experience in tailings and dam engineering.

Proven track record as Engineer of Record on complex mining projects.

Advanced knowledge of geotechnical design, seepage, and stability analysis.

Familiarity with Chilean and international regulations for tailings facilities.

Excellent communication and leadership skills; bilingual (Spanish / English).

A reputation for integrity, technical depth, and sound engineering judgment.

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