Geotechnical Engineer: Tunneling & Trenchless Tech

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental coverage

Professional development support

RRSP matching

24/7 Employee and Family assistance program

Job summary

A specialized consulting firm is looking for a Geotechnical Engineer specializing in Tunneling and Trenchless Technologies to join their British Columbia operations. The role involves varied projects, from investigations and structural designs to providing technical support. Candidates should have a post-secondary degree in Civil or Geological Engineering, a minimum of 10 years relevant experience, and proficiency in English. This is a full-time position with a competitive salary range of CAD 90,000 - CAD 130,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in the Geotechnical or Geological Engineering field.
• Local Canadian experience is required, in particular, experience with local geology and business practices.
• Proficiency with spoken and written English language is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct geotechnical investigations, structural design, instrumentation and analysis.
• Design temporary portal shoring, including concrete tangent piles and soil nailing.
• Manage projects and lead multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Tunneling and Trenchless Technologies

Geotechnical instrumentation and monitoring

Strong organizational skills

Foundation analysis and design

Slope stability analysis

Terrain analysis

Strong computer skills (spreadsheet and word-processing)

Ability to work independently

Interpersonal and communication skills

Education

Post-secondary degree in Civil or Geological Engineering

Master’s degree in Geotechnical or closely related field

Job description

A specialized consulting firm is looking for a Geotechnical Engineer specializing in Tunneling and Trenchless Technologies to join their British Columbia operations. The role involves varied projects, from investigations and structural designs to providing technical support. Candidates should have a post-secondary degree in Civil or Geological Engineering, a minimum of 10 years relevant experience, and proficiency in English. This is a full-time position with a competitive salary range of CAD 90,000 - CAD 130,000 per year.