Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer

KCB; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer to join its Vancouver office. This role offers the chance to work on diverse projects including transportation and hydroelectric initiatives. You'll conduct site investigations, analyze geotechnical data, and collaborate with a talented team to provide innovative solutions. The company values professional development and offers hybrid work opportunities, competitive salaries, and a supportive environment dedicated to equity and inclusion. If you're passionate about geotechnical engineering and eager to tackle complex challenges, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Hybrid work opportunities

Annual performance and salary review

Vacation policy that aligns to your experience

Paid OT and sick days

Flexible benefits including RRSP

Social and mental well-being initiatives

Qualifications

• 7+ years of geotechnical engineering consulting experience.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation or ability to obtain within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Conduct geotechnical site investigations and analyze data for design recommendations.
• Prepare technical reports and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Geotechnical Engineering

Technical Writing

Communication Skills

Site Investigations

Geotechnical Analysis Software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering

Master's degree in related field

Tools

GeoStudio

PLAXIS

gINT

Job description

Job Description

Posted Thursday, March 6, 2025 at 7:00 AM

Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer

What makes us stand out?

KCB is an employee-owned mid-size consultancy with a reputation that exceeds our size. Our tag line “Down to Earth / Up to the Challenge” says a lot about who we are. Our staff are inquisitive, curious, and dedicated to solving complex problems. Our size allows us to draw on colleagues across the globe just as easily as if they were across the hall. We also advocate for continued professional development and encourage this by hosting a range of internal and external training sessions and encouraging staff to participate in conferences. In broad terms we think KCB’s differentiators are our:

• size - large enough to win intriguing projects, small enough for the President and CEO to know you by name
• creative perspectives that come through diverse and inclusive teams
• access to some of the sectors’ leading talent
• international reputation for technical excellence, where everyone maintains a technical focus
• appetite to tackle problems with unique complexities

Klohn Crippen Berger Ltd. (KCB) is expanding its Power & Transportation group and has an attractive opportunity in our Vancouver office for an Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer.As a geotechnical engineer with KCB, you will have the opportunity to participate in transportation, hydroelectric, marine and civil infrastructure projects in a multi-discipline project team environment. Working in the Vancouver office you will be working closely with mentors, internal team members, clients and other stakeholders as your hone your design, analysis and project leadership skills.

What you would engage in:

• Conduct geotechnical site investigations, including field testing and soil sampling.
• Analyze geotechnical data to provide design recommendations for foundations, retaining walls, slope stability, and embankments.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide geotechnical input on transportation, hydroelectric, marine, and civil infrastructure projects.
• Prepare technical reports, proposals, design specifications, and recommendations for clients and stakeholders.
• Perform geotechnical modeling and analysis using industry-standard software such as GeoStudio, PLAXIS, or similar tools.
• Assist in the preparation of construction documents and provide construction support as required.
• Participate in field inspections and monitoring during construction to ensure design compliance.
• Communicate effectively with clients, project teams, and regulatory agencies.
• Support senior engineers and project managers in the coordination and management of projects.

What we require:

• Bachelor’s degree in Geotechnical, Civil Engineering, or related field (Master’s degree is an asset).
• Minimum of 7 years of geotechnical engineering consulting experience, with exposure to transportation, hydroelectric, marine, or civil infrastructure projects.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation or ability to obtain within 6-months.
• Proficiency in geotechnical analysis software (e.g., GeoStudio, PLAXIS, gINT, or similar).
• Strong understanding of geotechnical engineering principles and applicable codes and standards.
• Hands-on experience conducting site investigations, soil sampling, and in-situ testing.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as needed.

The salary for this position is $100,000 to $140,000 per year. Salary is based on applicable experience, education, and skill level.

Along with continued career development, KCB offers:

• Hybrid work opportunities
• Annual performance and salary review
• Vacation policy that aligns to your experience
• Paid OT, and sick days
• Flexible benefits, including RRSP, social, and mental well-being initiatives
• Dedication to World Economic Forum’s “Four Pillars” of Environment Social Governance framework, Governance, People, Planet and Prosperity

We are a global organization committed developing a respectful workplace founded on the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion. We strive to be a workplace where our employees, clients, and the communities in the regions we operate, feel valued and are treated equitable. We respect the uniqueness that makes you, you. We encourage applications from all qualified career seekers, regardless of gender, sex, religion, or nationality.