Geotechnical Engineer

bba; Montreal; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting engineering firm in Montreal seeks a geotechnical engineer to conduct site investigations, analyze geotechnical characteristics, and prepare deliverables. Candidates should have a degree in relevant fields and five years of experience. Strong communication skills in English and French are necessary. This position offers a range of benefits, including a collaborative team environment and long-term hiring prospects.

Benefits

Annual base salary

Retirement saving plan

Custom training and development plans

Access to a leadership program

Qualifications

• Five or more years of relevant professional experience in geotechnical engineering.
• Strong understanding of soil mechanics.
• Mastery of geotechnical design software.

Responsibilities

• Perform geotechnical site investigations and analyses.
• Review and supervise civil and geotechnical construction activities.
• Collaborate and participate in technical discussions with team members and clients.

Skills

Geotechnical analysis

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Technical writing

Education

B.Sc. or Master's degree in Mining Engineering, Technical Geology, or Civil Engineering

Member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec

Tools

FLAC

SLOPE/W

SEEP/W

Job description

Type of position: Regular

Your future role on our team

As 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.

With us, you’ll get the opportunity to…

• 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?

• Entrepreneurial spirit
• Results-driven
• Thirst to learn and excel
• Willingness to work together while having fun
• Interest in solving the most complex challenges

Summary of certifications and job requirements

• 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
• Five 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 an asset
• Ability and willingness to travel to project sites
• Advanced English skills to facilitate collaboration with other BBA offices and/or clients in English-speaking Canadian provinces and internationally; you may need to use English occasionally or daily, depending on current projects
• Advanced French skills to facilitate collaboration with other BBA offices and/or clients in Québec

An overview of BBA’s total Awards

• Annual base salary
• Annual premium program for regular employees
• Access to a time bank
• Onsite mobility premium
• Cellphone Program
• Group insurance plan starting day one including short-term and long-term disability insurance for regular employees and telemedicine program
• Retirement saving plan for regular employees
• Vacation and sick leave
• Premium offered through the Employee Referral program

BBA considers many factors to determine the annual base salary such as, but not limited to: Market, education, relevant and demonstrated work experience, technical assessment, qualifications, certifications, and other relevant competencies.

At BBA, you get many benefits

• Long-term hiring prospects (not just project-based)
• Interesting growth opportunities to match your ambitions
• Wide playing field, based on your interests, from technical and team management to project management
• Participation in innovation projects
• A collaborative team that shares its ideas and knowledge
• Custom training and development plans
• Access to a leadership program

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. Learn more about us by visiting our LinkedIn page and join the networks of our talent attraction specialists to speak with them directly.