Senior Tailings Engineer: Design, Leadership & Risk

Rio Tinto
Full-time santiago, santiago Other-General
Posted:
June 06, 2026
Location:
santiago, santiago, Chile

Job Description

Rio Tinto seeks a Principal Engineer Tailings for its Copper technical team in Santiago, Chile. This role involves providing expertise in tailings storage facility (TSF) design and management, while leading a technical team focused on operational excellence and safety. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in tailings management, a background in civil engineering, and excellent communication skills in English and Spanish. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits including education assistance and health programs.

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Job Overview

Job Type: Full-time
Location: santiago, Chile
Posted: June 06, 2026
Deadline: July 16, 2026