Geotechnical Engineer

BBA Consultants; Quebec; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group insurance plan

Retirement savings plan

Annual vacation and sick leave

Cellphone fee reimbursements

Job summary

BBA Consultants is seeking a geotechnical engineer to perform field investigations, analyses, and deliverables review within project teams. You will contribute to the technical direction of site investigations and oversee reporting with a strong focus on quality.

You will travel to project sites in Canada and occasionally overseas, engage in technical discussions with clients, and ensure rigorous geotechnical analyses using FLAC, SLOPE/W, and SEEP/W to deliver robust solutions.

Qualifications

• B.Sc. or Master’s in Mining Engineering, Technical Geology or Civil Engineering with geotechnical focus.
• Member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec.
• Five or more years of geotechnical engineering experience.
• Strong written and spoken communication skills and technical writing.
• Proficiency with geotechnical design software (FLAC, SLOPE/W, SEEP/W).

Responsibilities

• Perform geotechnical site investigations and analyses.
• Prepare and review deliverables and design/construction reviews.
• Oversee geotechnical field investigations and project reporting.
• Travel to project sites within Canada and overseas as required.

Skills

Team collaboration

Written communication

English proficiency

French proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Education

B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Geotechnical-related field

Member of Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec

Tools

FLAC

SLOPE/W

SEEP/W

Job description

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.

Type of position: Regular

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 premium program for regular employees
• Onsite mobility premium
• Time bank
• Cellphone fee reimbursements
• Group insurance plan from the first day of employment, including disability insurance and a telemedicine program
• Retirement savings plan
• Annual vacation and sick leave
• Premium for employee referrals

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.