Geotechnical Laboratory Professional

AtkinsRéalis; Boucherville; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits package

Training and professional development opportunities

Generous time-off policies

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Laboratory Professional in geotechnical engineering to join our team in Boucherville, Quebec. The successful candidate will conduct and oversee advanced laboratory tests on a variety of complex materials while supporting multiple projects in infrastructure and urban development.

This role requires a strong commitment to technical excellence and quality assurance, with responsibilities in managing testing programs and project planning. A competitive compensation and benefits package, along with opportunities for professional development, will be provided.

Qualifications

• 5 to 10 years of experience in a geotechnical engineering laboratory.
• Hands-on experience with advanced laboratory testing.
• Proficiency in data integrity and quality assurance.

Responsibilities

• Perform and supervise complex geotechnical laboratory tests.
• Manage advanced testing programs and project-level planning.
• Implement QA/QC procedures ensuring compliance and data integrity.

Skills

Geotechnical laboratory tests

Automated testing systems

Calibration principles

Quality control metrics

Education

Diploma or degree in civil or geotechnical engineering

Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering

Job description

Overview

We are currently seeking a Laboratory Professional in the field of geotechnical engineering. The successful candidate will possess strong technical skills and join our geotechnical team in Quebec. Based in Boucherville, Quebec, this role involves supporting a variety of projects in the infrastructure, transportation, energy, urban development, and mining sectors. The selected candidate will play a key role in performing and overseeing high‑quality, reliable laboratory testing on complex materials to support advanced geotechnical analyses and designs. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced laboratory professional who is committed to technical excellence, understands the importance of sample quality and test integrity, and is motivated to work on challenging projects within a collaborative and industry‑leading geotechnical team.

Your role

• Perform, process data and supervise advanced, highly complex geotechnical laboratory tests in accordance with applicable standards (e.g., ASTM, BNQ, AASHTO and others).
• Implement and manage a wide range of advanced testing programs, including various types of triaxial tests, direct shear tests, cyclic direct simple shear (CDSS) tests, consolidation tests and different types of permeability tests.
• Lead project‑level planning and resource allocation management for geotechnical laboratory work, including test sequencing, resource assignment, scheduling and coordination with project managers and geotechnical engineers.
• Operate automated laboratory equipment with a high degree of proficiency; maintain knowledge of manual testing equipment and procedures to support verification, troubleshooting and non‑routine testing activities.
• Achieve the company’s operational and financial performance objectives.
• Implement and support calibration programs, quality control metrics and QA/QC procedures, ensuring data integrity, repeatability, validity and compliance with internal and external audit requirements.

About You

• Diploma or advanced degree from a recognized technical or engineering program (e.g., civil engineering, geotechnical engineering, or materials technology), or a bachelor’s degree in science or engineering; a degree in civil or geotechnical engineering is considered a significant asset.
• 5 to 10 years of progressively responsible experience in a geotechnical engineering laboratory, with demonstrated responsibilities in conducting advanced and highly complex testing.
• Extensive hands‑on experience with both standard and advanced laboratory testing, including soil strength, deformation and permeability testing.
• Strong proficiency with automated testing systems, combined with practical knowledge of manual laboratory equipment, sample preparation and fundamental testing principles.
• Solid understanding of calibration principles, quality control metrics and laboratory QA/QC systems, with a strong focus on data quality, traceability and technical validity.

Benefits

Competitive compensation, employee recognition and a flexible benefits package you can tailor to your health, well‑being, financial and lifestyle needs. Opportunities for training and professional development will help you grow your skills and expertise. A hybrid working culture and generous time‑off policies allow you to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.