Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer - Yellowknife

Tetra Tech; Yellowknife; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Tetra Tech is seeking an Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer to join their Arctic Engineering team in Yellowknife. The role involves developing technical solutions for geotechnical applications, supervising junior staff, and managing projects in permafrost environments. Candidates should have a strong background in geotechnical engineering, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.

Benefits

Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits

Overtime calculated at 1.5 times

Flexibility and work/life balance

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of relevant geotechnical engineering experience.
• Registered or eligible to register as a Professional Engineer in Northwest Territories.
• Experience in geotechnical reconnaissance and site characterization.

Responsibilities

• Develop technical solutions for geotechnical applications.
• Supervise and mentor junior staff and co-op students.
• Prepare technical reports and manage project timelines.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Project Management

Geotechnical Investigation

Technical Writing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil or geological engineering

Master’s degree in geotechnical engineering

Tools

Engineering design software

Job description

Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer - Yellowknife

Tetra Tech is adding an Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer to our Arctic Engineering team based in Yellowknife, NWT .

Why Tetra Tech:

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 500 million lives around the world.

Your Impact:

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Your Role:

• Developing sound technical solutions to assist in the design and evaluation of challenging geotechnical applications, particularly foundations in permafrost environments.
• Preparing technical letters and reports and participate in proposal development.
• Supervising and mentoring junior staff members and co-op students.
• Planning resources, schedules, and managing projects to be on budget and on time.
• Communicating with coworkers, clients, and sub consultants.
• Collecting and analyzing geotechnical and permafrost information.
• Reviewing reports prepared by junior staff and preparing geotechnical evaluation reports including recommendations and site development in permafrost environments.
• Participating in design of civil earthwork structures and development of construction specifications.
• Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
• Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
• Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
• Additional duties as required.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in civil or geological engineering with a preference for a Master’s degree in geotechnical engineering.
• A minimum of 6 years of relevant geotechnical engineering and foundation design experience.
• Relevant arctic engineering and permafrost engineering experience is preferred. Experience in geotechnical reconnaissance and site characterization is essential.
• Proven capabilities in planning and supervising geotechnical investigations and in writing reports and technical communications.
• Strong all-round academic knowledge of geotechnical engineering.
• Experience with engineering design software will be an advantage.
• Experience or aptitude for proposal writing, client development, working in a team setting to meet timelines and other skills appropriate to consulting.
• Registered or eligible to register as a Professional Engineer in Northwest Territories.
• Excellent communication skills (both oral and written).
• Travel will be required in this position throughout Western Canada, and candidates must be prepared to undertake field assignments possibly lasting up to three to four weeks at a time
• Strong people skills and an ability to work in a multidisciplinary team environment.

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:

• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits, available on day one of employment.
• Overtime is calculated at 1.5 times.
• We have embraced a hybrid culture. We will provide you the tools to work almost anywhere.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth. Mentorship with world leading experts in your field.

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