Intermediate / Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Whitehorse; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision plans

Wellness program

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible work environment

Job summary

Stantec Consulting International Ltd. is looking for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer based in Yellowknife, Canada. You'll contribute to projects involving geological assessments, rock mass characterization, and coordinate with national and international teams. The position offers a supportive environment where you can mentor junior staff and grow your expertise.

With a competitive salary and a benefits package that includes health and wellness plans, this opportunity invites experienced professionals looking to make a difference in geotechnical engineering.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in geotechnical engineering or related services.
• Registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or Professional Geoscientist (P.Geo.) in good standing.
• Valid Canadian driver’s license with access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Conduct engineering analyses and design for geotechnical projects.
• Perform occasional field work including site inspections and monitoring.
• Coordinate with project teams across Canada and abroad.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Rock mass characterization

Fieldwork

Mentoring

Client communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of engineering

Tools

UAV technology

AI-integrated solutions

Geotechnical instrumentation

Job description

Build the foundation for a successful career in geotechnical engineering with a great team. When we say we’re full‑service, we mean it. You’ll find us in the office, on site, and in the lab. We work in and outdoors, above and below ground, over and under water, on projects large and small. From field exploration and lab testing to designing and managing the construction of complex geotechnical structures, our team does rock‑solid work.

Your Opportunity

• Apply your growing expertise while learning from experienced engineers and contributing to high‑quality deliverables. Assess geological and geotechnical conditions and carry out rock mass characterization. Conduct engineering analyses and design for a variety of soil and rock engineering and geotechnical projects related to slope stability, excavations, foundations, permafrost, and mining.

• Perform occasional field work, which may include visual site inspections, geological mapping, UAV or terrestrial photogrammetry, monitoring of borehole drilling, televiewer data acquisition and interpretation, detailed rock core logging, construction monitoring, slope stability assessments, rock fall assessment, anchor testing, and installation of geotechnical instrumentation. The extent of fieldwork may vary depending on your interest and experience.

• Coordinate with project teams across Canada and abroad and contribute to a supportive, growth‑focused environment. Mentor and train junior staff to expand our northern climate geotechnical engineering team and shape the next generation of engineers.

• Take ownership of tasks within small to mid‑sized projects—supporting planning, analysis, reporting, and client communication with mentorship from senior staff. Begin building client relationships by supporting project delivery and learning to tailor solutions to meet evolving needs.

• Contribute to forward‑thinking projects using tools like UAVs and AI‑integrated solutions, with opportunities to collaborate with Stantec’s Innovation Office and Digital Center of Excellence. Help identify areas for improvement and bring fresh ideas to enhance technical processes and project outcomes.

What We Offer

• Small business environment, backed by large company resources.

• Gain experience and knowledge from senior engineers who are eager to guide and mentor you on your professional growth journey.

• Work on complex and diverse projects of varying sizes, expanding your technical and project management skills.

• Flexible work environment that promotes a balanced lifestyle.

• Access to innovative tools and technology, empowering you to deliver high‑quality solutions.

• Collaborate and grow within a global, multidisciplinary team leveraging worldwide expertise.

• Ongoing opportunities for professional development, personal career growth and leadership pathways.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of engineering (such as Civil, Geotechnical, Geological, or Mining Engineering, or Engineering Geology) from a recognized university.

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in geotechnical engineering or related services.

• Registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or Professional Geoscientist (P.Geo.) in good standing with NAPEG, or eligible for registration if transferring from another province.

• Valid Canadian driver’s license with access to a vehicle.

• Ability to live and work in Canada.

• Residing in Yellowknife, or willing to relocate.

The successful candidate will be required to primarily work in a typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Pay Transparency

In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro‑rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary

Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax‑free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.

Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax‑free savings account.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location: Canada | NT | Yellowknife