Boliden is a high-tech metals company with its own mines and smelters that work long-term to guarantee society's access to base and precious metals. For a century, our work has been part of the value chains that have shaped modern society. At Boliden, we know that the metals we mine and make available will continue to play a crucial role in the future – what matters is how we produce them. Become a part of us and drive change for generations to come.

Your opportunity 

As a senior Geotechnical Engineer in Garpenberg, you will have a role in ensuring safe and efficient mining operations at the Garpenberg Mine. This position is based in Garpenberg mine.You will be part of the long-term technical services team which is working on the mid- to long-term planning and the expansion of Garpenberg operations regarding both spatial extension of mining footprint and ore tonnage production increase. This requires a seasoned senior geotechnical senior engineer to oversee, assess and recommend design inputs, mining methods and sequence, impact on infrastructure and ground support designs.

Who you will work with

You will be part of a dedicated engineering team within the Long-term planning section within the Garpenberg Mine organization. You will work together with our geotechnical team of 6 geotechnical engineers and technicians, collaborating closely short-term mine planning, geology departments, production technology specialist and other technical service departments at the Garpenberg mine.

Your work will also involve interaction with consultants and other technical experts across Boliden’s operations. The Geotechnical network in the Boliden Mines is geographically distributed, but you will have regular opportunities for knowledge sharing and joint problem-solving in cross-functional projects. The geotechnical department at the Boliden Mines Staff is composed of numerous geotechnical engineers, seniors and specialists from various nationalities which instills a unique, welcoming culture that caters for a thriving environment.

What you will do

Work with our Mine planning engineers within Long-term planning and provide geotechnical input into LOMP designs and sequences as well as to our mid-range planning horizon
Conduct geotechnical risk assessment of LOMP and Budget plans including stope dimensions, mining sequence, infrastructure placements and ground support designs
Taking lead on updating, calibrating and validating numerical models at depth in Garpenberg in close collaboration with the local geotechnical team
Revise and update the Seismic Risk Management Plan and Ground Control Management Plan, specifically at depth
Work closely together with exploration and mine geology to develop a geotechnical block model and routines to maintain it
Collaborate closely with mine planning, production teams, and external consultants
Participate in R&D projects and contribute to improving rock mechanics processes within the department and at site
Provide technical advice and facilitate cross-functional cooperation within the organization

What you bring

If this opportunity excites you and you feel ready to take on this role, we welcome your application. We believe you have/are:

Education:

Bachelor’s or MSc in Mining Engineering, Rock Mechanics, Civil Engineering with Specialism in Mining, or Geotechnical Engineering

Experience:

10+ years in hard rock underground mining, preferably base metals
Operational experience in deep mining preferred.
Proven track record of strategy and long-term and/or budget involvement for mine planning and geotechnical engineering
Solid knowledge of rock mechanics, structural geology, seismicity, hydrogeology and backfill

Skills:

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, ability to explain complex concepts clearly and proficiency in relevant software
Comfortable working individually and in teams closely with others, discussing technical topics with both engineers and non-engineers, and contributing to joint decisions in a team environment
Advanced numerical modelling experience using the ITASCA suite
Experience with seismic monitoring using the IMS suite and mXrap
Experience with deep, seismically active underground sublevel stoping mines
Strong computer skills, including experience with CAD software, preferably Deswik and other technical applications
Ability to write technical reports and communicate results to stakeholders

Languages:

Proficiency in English and Swedish, or willingness and ability to learn Swedish quickly

Driver’s License:

Valid B-class license

It’s an advantage if you have experience in project work, facilitating collaboration, and working in dynamic environments with changing priorities.

Apply today to be part of something truly meaningful! 

Want to know more about the position? Contact hiring manager Henrik Lindvall at Henrik .Lindvall@boliden.com .

Questions about the application are answered by Talent Acquisition Partner Helen Eklid at helen.eklid@ext.boliden.com.

For union information contact Kent Hedin, Ledarna, 0225-369 50, Jacob Wallén, Unionen, 070-305 03 82, Morvan Derrien, SACO, 070- 209 05 63.

Submit your application by: Sunday 19 April 2026

Please submit your application to us as soon as possible, selection may take place on an ongoing basis. As part of Boliden’s commitment to quality recruitment and systematic safety efforts, background checks are included in our recruitment processes.

Senior Geotechnical Engineer