Tailings Engineer, Mining - Hybrid
Alberta Energy Regulator (AER)Calgary, Alberta, Canada • Edmonton, Alberta, Canada • Fort McMurray, Alberta, Canada
Posted March 23, 2026
102000 - 120000 CAD
Full Time
About the Company
The Alberta Energy Regulator provides for the safe, efficient, orderly, and environmentally responsible development of hydrocarbon resources over their entire life cycle. This includes allocating and conserving water resources, managing public lands, and protecting the environment while providing economic benefits for all Albertans. The AER will not tolerate offensive or abusive comments directed at an individual or the organization. We reserve the right to review, edit, or delete any comments. Read more here: https://www.aer.ca/social-media-terms-of-reference
Job Description
The Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) is seeking a Tailings Engineer to join its talented team of professionals in the Mining group within the Regulatory Applications Branch. This role provides technical knowledge, leadership and engineering expertise related to the management of tailings streams from oil sands, coal mining and rock hosted mining operation, supporting safe, environmentally responsible resource development throughout the project life cycle.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Civil, Geological, Mining or related discipline)
- 5+ years of demonstrated experience in tailings management, geotechnical engineering, mining or related technical field
- Registered professional with Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA) or eligible for professional membership
Benefits
- Defined benefit pension plan(s)
- Flexible benefits program options, including Personal & Health spending account(s)
- Generous vacation entitlement and flex days
- Flexible Work Program - hybrid work and flexible hours
