Geotechnical Engineer – LATAM

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Rocscience

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B2B • SaaS • Education

Rocscience is a Toronto-based developer of specialized 2D and 3D geotechnical engineering software for civil, mining, and structural engineers. Founded in 1996, it offers a comprehensive suite of programs for slope stability, excavation and tunnel design, settlement and foundation analysis, seismic site-response, and rock/soil behavior, along with licensing options, academic bundles, training, documentation, and AI-powered tools like RSInsight. Rocscience serves professional engineers worldwide with trials, support, and a global network of representatives.

51 - 200 employees

Founded 1996

🤝 B2B

☁️ SaaS

📚 Education

📋 Description

• Lead the advanced technical support function for Rocscience LATAM, addressing complex geomechanical and numerical modelling inquiries. • Prepare high-quality educational and training materials, including course content, tutorials, technical notes, and documentation. • Deliver open-registration courses, on-site training, webinars, and specialized workshops for clients and academic audiences. • Support the commercial team with technical demonstrations, proof-of-concept modelling, and pre-sales guidance as needed. • Develop case studies, modelling examples, and technical papers relevant to mining and civil engineering applications. • Collaborate with global technical and R&D teams to stay aligned with product updates, new features, and modelling best practices. • Represent Rocscience at industry conferences, academic events, and professional engagements across LATAM.

🎯 Requirements

• PhD in Geotechnical Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geomechanics, or a closely related field. • Minimum 5 years of field or applied geotechnical experience in mining, civil infrastructure, tunnels, or tailings. • Demonstrated proficiency with Rocscience 3D tools (e.g., RS3, Slide3, RocSlope3). • Experience with at least one major numerical modelling tool (e.g., FLAC, FLAC3D, PLAXIS 2D/3D, UDEC/3DEC). • Strong understanding of FEM, LEM, DEM and geotechnical characterization. • Excellent communication skills for teaching, presenting, and writing technical content. • Ability and willingness to travel within LATAM for training, onsite sessions, and events. • Fluent in Spanish; intermediate to advanced English required for global collaboration.

🏖️ Benefits

• Fully remote role based in Peru or Mexico. • Opportunity to directly influence geotechnical practice across LATAM through education and advanced modelling. • Competitive compensation aligned with experience and market standards. • Full access to Rocscience’s software suite, ongoing learning opportunities, and participation in international conferences.