Geotechnical Engineer - Tunneling and Trenchless Technology Specialist (2025041116)

Thurber Engineering; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer specializing in Tunneling and Trenchless Technologies. This exciting role involves working on diverse projects, conducting geotechnical investigations, and providing technical leadership. With a focus on professional development, the company fosters a collaborative and inclusive environment, making it an ideal place for career growth. Join a team that values open communication and innovation while contributing to significant infrastructure projects across Canada. If you're passionate about geotechnical engineering and eager to tackle challenging assignments, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health and dental coverage

Healthcare spending account

RRSP matching

Employee and Family assistance program

Free onsite parking

Access to fitness center

Professional development support

Inclusive office environment

Mentorship opportunities

Team-building activities

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in Geotechnical Engineering.
• Local Canadian experience with knowledge of local geology is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct geotechnical investigations and structural design for tunneling projects.
• Provide technical support, leadership, and mentorship to junior staff.

Skills

Geotechnical investigations

Structural design

Tunneling and Trenchless Technologies

Directional Drilling

Foundation analysis and design

Slope stability analysis

Geotechnical instrumentation

Strong organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Post-secondary degree in Civil or Geological Engineering

Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

Geotechnical software

Spreadsheet software

Word-processing software

Job description

Geotechnical Engineer - Tunneling and Trenchless Technology Specialist (2025041116)

Thurber has an exciting opportunity for a Geotechnical Engineer specializing in Tunneling and Trenchless Technologies to join our team in British Columbia Operations. This role could work from Victoria, Vancouver, or Kamloops, depending on the successful candidate’s location.

Thurber is a specialized consulting firm with a focus on geotechnical engineering. Our project work includes transportation, large and small infrastructure, natural hazards, development and more. We undertake challenging assignments that can include steep terrain, deep foundations, compressible soils, landslides, contamination, or other complications.

As our Geotechnical Engineer, you will work on varied projects and develop your skills with guidance and mentorship from our senior team.

Responsibilities

• Geotechnical investigations, structural design, instrumentation and analysis of cut-and-cover, mined and mechanized tunnels;
• Design of temporary portal shoring, including concrete tangent piles, and soil nailing;
• Directionally drilled pipeline crossings design;
• Assessment of stability, surface settlements and damage to structures;
• Preparation of Geotechnical Baseline Reports;
• Evaluation of dewatering, grouting, ground freezing, TBM selection, vibrations due to blasting, seismic design aspects and rehabilitation of old tunnels;
• Provide technical support and leadership on projects and for staff, including conducting technical reviews of calculations and analyses, as well as performing technical analyses where appropriate;
• Provide guidance, and where necessary, support in coordination, preparation of cost estimates, tender submissions, technical documentation, client reports, progress reports, project scheduling / resourcing, and meeting deadlines and budgets on projects;
• Scoping projects and assisting in the preparation of proposals;
• Supporting mentoring, coaching and training of staff;
• Work with the Branch Manager in the development of new business opportunities;
• Establishing, developing, promoting and maintaining relationships with clients;
• Active participation in the field on a project specific basis as dictated by the needs of the project to meet client expectations and project objectives;
• Manage projects and lead multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications and Assets

• Completion of a post-secondary degree in Civil or Geological Engineering is required;
• Master’s degree in Geotechnical or closely related field is preferred;
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in the Geotechnical or Geological Engineering field;
• Specialized experience with and in-depth knowledge of Tunneling and Trenchless Technologies;
• Local Canadian experience is required, in particular, experience with local geology and business practices;
• Class 5 Drivers license;
• Proficiency with spoken and written English language is required;
• Eligible for membership with EGBC;
• Directional Drilling;
• Foundation analysis and design;
• Terrain analysis;
• Slope stability analysis;
• Geotechnical instrumentation and monitoring;
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills;
• Strong computer skills (i.e. spreadsheet and word-processing);
• Ability to work independently and cooperate with a team in various environments.

This is an intermediate to senior career position and will be comprised of office-based activities with occasional field visits, with opportunities for continued career growth within the company.

Base Salary Range

• $90,000 - $130,000 per year, based on a 40-hour work week;
• The posted wage range for this position represents the range for the experience and qualifications noted in this posting;
• The offered wage may be adjusted upward for candidates whose qualifications and experience exceed those expressed in this posting;
• Candidates with less experience and qualifications may be considered at a reduced starting wage.

What we offer

Upon joining Thurber Engineering you’ll be welcomed into a casual, inclusive and professional office environment where open communication is valued at all levels. We’re eager to help our team reach their potential which is why many of our team members spend much of their career with us! Here are the benefits of working for us:

Victoria:

• Our office is in the Vancouver Island Technology Park (VITP) which is centrally located along bus and bike routes. We offer free onsite parking and a secure bicycle lock-up facility;
• Both local work and assignments across BC and Canada through cooperation and teaming between all Thurber branches;
• The VITP is located on 35 acres of land with trails and pathways. Employees have access to the free 24/7 onsite fitness center;
• Our office is centrally located downtown with great transit, biking and walking access;
• Walking distance to Stanley Park and the seawall for lunchtime running and walking options;
• Secure bike facility and shower;
• Numerous restaurants within walking distance;
• Views of the beautiful north shore mountains;
• Short commute from the north shore mountains and the local hiking and biking trails;
• Our flat organizational structure allows easy access to senior professionals, corporate leaders and subject matter experts across the company for mentorship and feedback;
• Our culture is respectful, collaborative, inclusive, and fun;
• We offer financial support towards professional development;
• We provide health and dental coverage, a healthcare spending account, RRSP matching, and an Employee and Family assistance program with 24/7 support online or over the phone.

About Thurber

Thurber Engineering Ltd. provides environmental, geotechnical, and materials engineering and testing services. A Canadian-owned company since 1957, we are consistently recognized for the quality of our work, the knowledge of our people, and for conducting our business with integrity.

Our team continues to grow as we build our reputation by working closely with our clients to provide timely, high-value solutions and technical support. Thurber is wholly owned by our senior employees and operates from 11 branches within Canada: Victoria, Vancouver, Kamloops, Calgary, Edmonton, Fort McMurray, Saskatoon, Toronto, Cambridge, Pickering, and Ottawa.

At Thurber, we know that our success can be attributed to the hard working, innovative group of people who come in every day ready and excited to take on new challenges and solve problems. We seek out team members who work hard, innovate, and operate with integrity. Our regional diversity gives us specialized knowledge of the various and complex geological and environmental conditions across Canada.

Our Vision:

Building Canada with great people and great ideas.

Our Mission:

Delivering specialist advice and services where projects meet the ground.

Our Values:

Passion and quality in what we do: working collaboratively, respectfully, sustainably, and safely.

• Put family first;
• Pick up the phone;
• Encourage creativity.

Our Commitment:

We promise our clients, our people and our partners to:

• Serve our clients well;
• Meet changing client needs;
• Value our people and our communities;
• Build advantage by how we manage.

Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to work for a remarkable organization that takes pride in its employees – apply today!