Geotechnical Engineer: Field Projects + Mentorship

Thurber Engineering; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental coverage

Healthcare spending account

RRSP matching

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Thurber Engineering Ltd. seeks an Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer to join our team across Cambridge, Oakville, Ottawa, Pickering or St. Catharines.

You will lead geotechnical projects, conduct fieldwork, and perform analyses while mentoring junior staff. Qualified candidates have 6+ years in geotechnical engineering, a degree in Geotechnical/Geological Engineering, and P.Eng./PEO eligibility. The role offers competitive base pay and opportunities across a Canadian-owned firm with a strong

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of geotechnical engineering experience.
• PEO-registered or eligible to register as a Professional Engineer.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with client interaction.

Responsibilities

• Project management of geotechnical projects.
• Conduct field drilling, instrumentation, and monitoring programs.
• Perform geotechnical analyses of stability, stress, deformation, and foundation response.
• Prepare proposals, fee estimates, and technical reports.
• Coordinate forensic and field investigation programs.
• Supervise technologists and junior engineers; provide technical direction.
• Develop client relationships and participate in business development.
• Mentor junior staff and interact with clients.

Skills

Project management

Written and verbal communication

Analytical skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Geotechnical or Geological Engineering degree

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) licensed or eligible (PEO)

Tools

RocScience

Plaxis

GeoStudio

Job description

Thurber Engineering Ltd. seeks an Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer to join our team across Cambridge, Oakville, Ottawa, Pickering or St. Catharines.

You will lead geotechnical projects, conduct fieldwork, and perform analyses while mentoring junior staff. Qualified candidates have 6+ years in geotechnical engineering, a degree in Geotechnical/Geological Engineering, and P.Eng./PEO eligibility. The role offers competitive base pay and opportunities across a Canadian-owned firm with a strong