Senior Tailings Engineer: Design, Leadership & Risk

Rio Tinto • santiago, santiago, Chile • Posted June 09, 2026

Location santiago, santiago
Job Type Full-time
Category Other-General
Posted June 09, 2026
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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