Senior Geotechnical and Dam Safety Engineer
Calgary, AB, AB, CA
At Imperial, we work every day to responsibly develop Canada’s energy resources – applying technology and innovation to supply affordable, accessible and reliable energy while reducing emissions in support of a net-zero future. Imperial recognizes the important role we can play by advancing climate solutions within our operations and by providing lower life-cycle emission products to our customers. This effort is powered by a unique and diverse workforce fueled by a pride in what we do and what we stand for.
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Come be part of the Upstream Department at Imperial which has more than 140 year history in Canada and a workforce of 5,500+ total employees. Our offices are located in Calgary, AB.
What role you will play in our team
As the Engineer of Record (EOR) supporting Kearl’s Dam Safety program, you will be responsible for preparing scopes and overseeing geotechnical investigations, design, construction, and maintenance of dam structures at Imperial’s Kearl site. Your role will involve ensuring compliance with industry standards and applicable regulatory requirements, conducting dam construction and performance reviews, safety assessments, and implementing and overseeing application of best available industry dam construction and operation practices.
What you will do
- Support the design, construction, and operation of mine tailings dams in an operating Oil Sands Mine, ensuring adherence to safety and environmental regulations
- Prepare and review scope of work documentation for geotechnical investigations and instrumentation programs
- Data interpretation, site characterization, and developing geotechnical parameters for design development in accordance with applicable industry standards and guidelines, regulatory requirements, and operational needs
- Development of construction design and specifications with associated Quality Control and Quality Assurance requirements
- Prepare and review technical reports, documentation, and regulatory submissions
- Develop, update, and/or implement dam safety documentation, including: Operation, Maintenance and Surveillance (OMS) Manuals, Emergency Response Plans (ERP) and Emergency Preparedness Plans (EPP) and other Dam Safety Management Programs, as required
- Conduct regular site inspections and perform risk assessments of dam structures
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure integration of design and safety measures in all phases of tailings and mining operations related to major earth structures
- Perform routine construction, performance and dam safety reviews
- Provide technical guidance and support to engineering teams and site personnel
- Stay abreast with industry trends, advancements, and regulatory changes related to mining/tailings dams design and safe operation
About you
Skills and Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related field; advanced degree in Geotechnical Engineering preferred
- Professional Engineer (P.Eng) designation in Alberta, or eligible for APEGA registration
- Minimum of 15 years of experience in mining dams design, construction and performance reviews and assessments
Preferred Qualifications/ Experience
- Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry best practices related to dam construction, operation and dam safety.
- Proven track record in the design, construction, and maintenance of tailings dams, specifically in oil sands mining operations.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Effective communication, leadership and mentorship abilities.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
- Understands and manages environmental and cultural sensitivities
- Consistently demonstrates integrity and ethical conduct
Start date: Q2, 2025
Location: Calgary, Alberta (Occasional travel to Kearl is required)
Your Benefits
- A company committed to career growth - we recruit those who are interested in a career with Imperial and prefer to develop and promote people from within. Our career management process means that you will likely perform a number of unique, challenging roles during your career.
- Commitment to safety, ethics & continuous improvement - these standards are the reason Imperial is an industry leader. You will work for a company that upholds safety and ethics ideals and continues to seek out ways to improve.
- Exceptional benefits program - includes competitive salary plus savings, pension, and health care plans that you can customize to meet your individual needs. Educational and physical fitness financial assistance programs round out our benefits package.
- Competitive vacation package - provides you with three weeks of vacation (the first year is pro-rated based on your hiring date), one scheduled Friday off per month and 12 holidays.
- Flexibility looks different for everyone, which is why we have many programs to help employees balance their work and personal life. Programs include: Flex Your Day, childcare partnerships and part-time and job-sharing arrangements.
- Successful networking and mentoring programs - enables you to spend time with managers from across the organization to learn about other departments and opportunities. These programs also allow you to connect with peers at a similar experience level.
- Opporunity to participate in Employee Led Resource Groups: Women’s Interest Network (WIN), Indigenous Network (IN), Black Employee Success Team (BEST), Asian Connection for Excellence (ACE), Global Organization for the Advancement of Latinos (GOAL), PRIDE, and the Veterans Advocacy and Support Team (VAST).
- Early Professional Development Program - provides you with the opportunity to specialize in a specific area of expertise or develop skills in a variety of different areas. You will quickly be given large areas of responsibility and will be encouraged to take on stretch assignments as you progress.
Other Considerations
- We thank all those who apply; however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
- For applicants selected to be interviewed, pre-employment background screening will be required.
- In certain situations, Imperial may use your application to consider your suitability for other positions in the company and may also provide the information to its affiliates, including affiliates of ExxonMobil Corporation, in connection with possible opportunities at those affiliates.
- To be considered for employment, your most recent unofficial transcript(s) must be submitted.
Application Deadline: April 30, 2025
Imperial is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Imperial is committed to providing equitable treatment and equal opportunity to all individuals and encourages all eligible applicants to apply.
Imperial conducts business in a manner that respects the land, environment, rights and cultures of Indigenous communities. In the areas where we explore, develop and operate, Imperial engages Indigenous communities in open and forthright consultation and strives to establish meaningful relationships built on mutual trust and respect. Please see here for more information on Imperial’s Indigenous Relations Guiding Principles and Guidelines.
Imperial is committed to supporting persons with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. We will work with qualified applicants to provide reasonable accommodation upon request at recruit.services.ca@exxonmobil.com.
Eligibility to work in Canada
All applicants who receive an offer of employment must be eligible to work in Canada on a regular full-time basis without restrictions on their start date. Proof of eligibility shall be in the form of a Canadian birth certificate, Canadian passport, Canadian citizenship certificate, Canadian certificate of permanent residence, Canadian open work permit or receipt from Immigration Canada of an application for a post-graduate work permit.
Proof of eligibility must be current and valid (not expired, cancelled or voided). Proof of eligibility will be required if an offer of employment is made. Failure to provide proof of eligibility at least six (6) weeks prior to the start date may result in the offer of employment being rescinded.
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