Geotechnical Construction Engineer

FlatironDragados; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction engineering firm is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join their team in Toronto. The role involves designing and implementing geotechnical solutions for infrastructure projects, requiring a Master’s degree and expertise in geotechnical software. Benefits include comprehensive compensation and a supportive work environment that promotes career growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive compensation and paid time off

Industry-leading 401(k)/RRSP

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Wellness benefits and EAP

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Qualifications

• Experience in design and/or construction of infrastructure projects preferred.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) or Engineer Intern (EI) required; PE/PENG preferred.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical design input on temporary works construction designs.
• Design construction methods ensuring compliance with standards.
• Review project geotechnical data and submit designs for approval.

Skills

Soil Mechanics

Technical Writing

Multitasking

Geotechnical Software

Construction Practices

Education

Master's Degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SLOPE/W

Settle3D

Job description

Overview

Are you a Geotechnical Engineer looking to make a significant impact on our projects? As a Geotechnical Engineer in our Construction Engineering Group, you will develop, analyze, and implement geotechnical designs for temporary works across the US & Canada. You will identify geotechnical considerations, formulate recommendations, and develop safe and economical designs that comply with contract documents, specifications, and regulatory requirements.

The Construction Engineering Group focuses on the "how" of construction. This team of specialized engineers has extensive experience in designing and constructing various temporary works.

Apply now and transform your career with us.

What you will be doing

• Provide constructability and technical design input on temporary works construction designs, ensuring compliance with contract specifications and regulatory requirements throughout all project phases, from procurement to delivery.
• Design and draft construction means and methods for temporary works (e.g., pile-supported trestles, shoring, slope stability, settlement, bearing capacity, falsework, formwork, groundwater management, materials), ensuring completeness, accuracy, and compliance with standards and specifications.
• Review personal and peer design elements to optimize project constructability, cost-effectiveness, and material quantities.
• Review and interpret project geotechnical data, design reports, and contractual plans and specifications.
• Submit designs for peer review or approval promptly to avoid delays; senior engineers or managers to seal designs after approval.
• Provide input for supplemental geotechnical explorations and laboratory testing based on project needs.

What we are looking for

• Master's Degree in Geotechnical Engineering required.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) or Engineer Intern (EI) required; Professional Engineering License (PE/PENG) preferred.
• At least 3 years of experience in design and/or construction of infrastructure projects preferred.
• Understanding of soil mechanics principles.
• Proficiency in geotechnical software such as SLOPE/W, SLIDE, Settle3D, Shoring Suite, PYWALL, APILE, SHAFT, LPILE, GRLWEAP.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, RISA suite, LARSA, and MathCAD is a plus.
• Strong technical writing skills for clear communication.
• Understanding of constructability and construction practices.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize work independently.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.

Why work for us

Some benefits include:

• Comprehensive compensation and paid time off.
• Industry-leading 401(k)/RRSP.
• Medical, dental, vision, and provincial medical coverage.
• Wellness benefits and Employee Assistance Program.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program.

We are an EEO/AA/ADA/Veterans employer.

Salary Range

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