Geotechnical Engineer

bba; Montreal; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking consulting engineering firm where you can thrive as a Geotechnical Engineer. In this role, you'll lead geotechnical site investigations, analyze soil mechanics, and ensure the quality of deliverables while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. With a strong emphasis on client focus and innovative projects, this position offers a unique opportunity to impact the Energy and Natural Resources sector significantly. If you are passionate about engineering and eager to contribute to sustainable solutions, this is the perfect opportunity for you to grow and excel in your career.

Benefits

Annual bonus program

Access to a time bank

Group insurance plan

Retirement savings plan

Mentorship opportunities

Involvement in innovative projects

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in geotechnical engineering required.
• Strong understanding of soil mechanics and geotechnical design.

Responsibilities

• Conduct geotechnical site investigations and prepare technical reports.
• Analyze geotechnical characteristics and ensure quality of deliverables.

Skills

Geotechnical Engineering

Soil Mechanics

Geotechnical Design Software (FLAC, SLOPE/W, SEEP/W)

Technical Writing

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Project Management

Bilingualism (English and French)

Education

B.Sc. or Master's degree in Mining Engineering

Technical Geology

Civil Engineering

Tools

FLAC

SLOPE/W

SEEP/W

Job description

Type of position: Regular

Your future role at BBA

As a geotechnical engineer, you will perform tasks and provide services in the field of geotechnical engineering. You will be responsible for performing geotechnical site investigations and analyses, preparing and reviewing deliverables, and reviewing design and construction within the context of the overall management objectives set for each project.

An overview of your mandates and responsibilities

• Carry out the technical management and direction of geotechnical site investigations, supervise activities in the context of these investigations, evaluate materials in the laboratory, and prepare and review technical reports.
• Review and supervise civil and geotechnical construction activities.
• Conduct field evaluations and assess risks of landslides, perform mapping, and produce reports.
• Manage geotechnical instruments: prescribe, supervise installation, monitor, and record results.
• Analyze geotechnical characteristics, including slope stability, compacting, seepage, deformation, and other characteristics.
• Conduct soil mechanics and classification activities, assess slope stability, and design reinforcing and supporting structures.
• Ensure the technical quality of deliverables as a member of multidisciplinary project teams.
• Collaborate and participate in technical discussions with team members and clients.
• Participate in the process of preparing and presenting proposals.
• Travel to project sites within Canada, and occasionally overseas.

Do your qualities and values match our corporate culture?

• Client focus
• High degree of adaptability
• Importance of good relations with colleagues
• Ability to learn on the fly
• Action-oriented and results-driven
• Business acumen, entrepreneurial and intrapreneurial spirit

Job requirements at a glance

• B.Sc. or Master's degree in Mining Engineering, Technical Geology, or Civil Engineering, with a focus in Geotechnical Engineering.
• Member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec.
• Ten or more years of relevant professional experience in geotechnical engineering.
• Strong academic background and solid understanding of soil mechanics.
• Strong written and spoken communication skills, technical-writing experience, and presentation skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well on a team.
• Mastery of geotechnical design software (FLAC, SLOPE/W, SEEP/W); other geotechnical software is an asset.
• Ability and willingness to travel to project sites.
• Asset: bilingualism (English and French).

With us, you’ll get many benefits

• An annual bonus program for all regular employees.
• Access to a time bank.
• Group insurance plan that starts on Day 1, including short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Opportunity to mentor our next generation: we invest in our people and help them develop.
• A corporate culture that values expertise.
• Involvement in innovative projects.
• Promotion of our subject-matter experts both externally and internally.

About BBA
For over 40 years, we’ve been pushing the boundaries of engineering to serve our clients in the Energy and Natural Resources sector. At BBA, we develop innovative, flexible, and sustainable solutions, from strategy to execution.
BBA is one of Canada’s leading private consulting engineering firms, focused on practice (PCB), with a network of 18 offices. Our teams work closely to deliver projects that shape tomorrow’s industry at the local, national, and international levels.
Our people’s passion and excellence make BBA a Canada’s Best Employer and one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies.
We have unique talents, and we’re committed to providing a workplace where you can be yourself. Job postings are written in gender-neutral language.
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