Ausenco is a fast-growing company with big ideas. We redefine what’s possible in some of the world’s most complex projects and toughest environments. Delivering innovative, value-add consulting, project delivery, asset operations and maintenance solutions is what we do. From 21 offices in 9 countries, with projects in over 80 locations worldwide, we create sustainable outcomes for our people, clients and communities.

Our team in Brazil is growing, we are currently recruiting for a Geotechnical Designer, Intermediate to join our Global Consulting  Business line in the in Belo Horizonte office.

About the role:

• Develop and produce conceptual and detailed geotechnical design drawings for mining and civil infrastructure projects, including waste rock dumps, tailings storage facilities (TSFs), mining dams, earthworks, drainage systems, and retaining structures.

• Translate geotechnical reports, design criteria, and engineering calculations into accurate, clear, and construction‑ready drawings and layouts.

• Support the layout and detailed design of slope geometries, embankments, drainage systems, geotechnical instrumentation, and construction sequencing for mining-related geotechnical structures.

• Coordinate closely with geotechnical engineers and multidisciplinary design teams to ensure drawings are technically sound, constructable, and aligned with project requirements.

• Incorporate review comments, design changes, and site feedback into revised drawings, ensuring compliance with drawing standards, quality requirements, and document control procedures.

About you:

• Technical diploma or bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Mining Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Civil 3D for geotechnical and mining infrastructure design drawings.
• Solid understanding of geotechnical principles related to earthworks, embankments, slope design, and containment structures such as waste dumps, tailings storage facilities, and mining dams.
• Ability to interpret geotechnical investigations and laboratory test results (desired) and engineering calculations.
• Familiarity with mining-related design standards, geotechnical best practices (e.g., GISTM, NBRs, NRMs), and dam safety concepts (e.g., drainage systems, stability considerations, and monitoring layouts).
• Strong attention to detail, version control, and drafting standards within multidisciplinary project environments.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience with mining geotechnical designs of waste rock, TSFs, dams etc.

Why Ausenco?

We support individual growth and aim to allow you to work in a way that plays to your strengths and cover your needs. Get to know our value proposition:

• Compensation and work life balance – Beyond a competitive remuneration package. Experience the best of both worlds with our hybrid work model, allowing you to balance office days with working from home. Enjoy the benefits of modern leave policies including paid parental leave and celebrate with us special holidays.
• Career advancement - Be supported in your ongoing development with technical training, mentoring programs and frequent networking opportunities.
• Balance and Wellness – Take a proactive approach to your overall wellbeing. Access to confidential counselling, health services and a benefits program that supports your needs.
• Recognition and Appreciation - Participate in multidirectional spaces where a culture of local and global recognition is fostered, where everyone is recognized for their contribution to the business and projects.
• Communication and Commitment – Live the experience of working in a dynamic company with global processes and work with highly reputable industry leaders who value your contribution.

Our people don’t settle for the status quo. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and want to help set a new standard in sustainability, we’ll help you find your place. This means working with you to develop a unique career path and skillset to match your ambition.

We’re proud of the work we do, and we do it within a culture that is open, honest, and cooperative. We have a history of attracting visionary people who embrace challenges and deliver creative solutions for every project, and your voice is an important part of the conversation.

As a global company we embrace and encourage diversity in its fullest sense – gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, experience, nationality, colour, language, religion, location, disability, education, skills, working styles and time availability. Our work environments are based on mutual trust and respect for the rights and opportunities of every individual.

Join us and work a better way.

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