Intermediate Engineer in the Civil, Geological, and Geotechnical Areas

Knight Piesold Consulting; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting firm is hiring an Intermediate Engineer for their Vancouver office. The role involves working on diverse projects like tailings dams and hydropower facilities, focusing on geotechnical analysis. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and significant field experience, as well as excellent communication and interpersonal skills, contributing to a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and wellness package

Employer RRSP contribution

Profit sharing bonus

Additional paid days off

Social events throughout the year

Maternity / Paternity leave top ups

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience related to mining, hydropower and/or infrastructure.
• Strong background in geotechnical analysis.
• Ability to work with multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Plan and participate in geotechnical/hydrogeological site investigations.
• Complete geotechnical and civil engineering analyses and designs.
• Coordinate technical work within various disciplines.

Skills

Geotechnical analysis

Project management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s or graduate degree in Geological or Civil Engineering

Registered or eligible for registration as Professional Engineer with EGBC

Job description

We are hiring for the position of Intermediate Engineer in the Civil, Geological, and Geotechnical areas at our Vancouver, Canada office.

Knight Piésold is a specialized global engineering consulting firm with over 100 years of industry experience. We have been recognized for having an exceptional workplace for our employees and have been named as a BC Top Employer multiple years.

At Knight Piésold, we believe in the one-team approach, with everyone working together towards a shared goal. Our professional staff develop their skills through working on diverse projects and collaborating with top professionals in the industry, while benefitting from Knight Piésold’s strong knowledge-sharing culture and mentoring program. We offer unique opportunities to work on projects around the world.

An ideal candidate for this position will have a Bachelor’s or graduate degree in Geological or Civil Engineering. The applicant must be registered or eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer with EGBC. A minimum of 5 years of experience related to mining, hydropower and / or infrastructure project development with a strong background in geotechnical analysis is required. The successful applicant will play a key role in a variety of mining and hydropower projects and must be able to work with multi-disciplinary teams. This position includes opportunities for domestic and international travel and will involve field assignments.

Responsibilities may include the following :

• Planning and participating in geotechnical / hydrogeological site investigation programs
• Completing geotechnical and / or civil engineering analyses and design
• Coordinating technical work within several disciplines and groups
• Project management activities
• Writing technical reports
• Preparing detailed proposals and schedules
• Mentoring and training junior and intermediate staff

Current assignments that the successful candidate may be involved with include tailings dams, geotechnical support to operating underground and open pit mines, mine infrastructure, water retaining dams, pipelines, and hydropower facilities.

We place an emphasis on developing practical solutions to meet our Client’s needs, and preference will be given to individuals with excellent communication and interpersonal skills in addition to strong technical competence.

The estimated base pay range for this position is $85,000 to $105,000 CAD. The salary offered will be dependent on relevant knowledge, experience, and skill level. Knight Piésold’s total compensation package also includes the following :

• Comprehensive health and wellness package (health, dental vision, LTD, Life, AD&D, EFAP, etc.)
• Employer RRSP contribution
• Profit sharing bonus
• Additional paid days off and office closure between December 25th and January 1st
• Social events throughout the year
• Maternity / Paternity leave top ups

Knight Piésold is committed to employment equity and encourage all qualified applicants to apply by emailing a resume and cover letter to [emailprotected] .