Junior Geotechnical Engineer (EIT)

dmc institute; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health and dental coverage

Profit sharing opportunities

Reimbursement of professional dues

Employee share options

Paid training and professional dev.

Job summary

DMC is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join our employee-owned BC firm. You’ll contribute to a diverse range of projects across BC with a culture that values collaboration, clarity, and steady momentum.

Expect mentorship from senior engineers, opportunities for growth, and meaningful work in geotechnical site characterization, embankment design, and stability modelling. Ideal candidates bring at least 2 years of geotechnical experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geological Engineering (minimum).
• Minimum 2 years of relevant geotechnical engineering experience.
• Registered, or eligible for registration, as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in BC.
• Strong technical writing, communication, and project coordination skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Previous project management experience.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license (or equivalent) with a clean driving record.
• Legally eligible to work in Canada.
• Strong work ethic with a drive to excel and deliver high-quality work.
• Effective communicator with excellent oral and written skills.
• Able to work independently or collaboratively within a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct geotechnical site investigations and characterize soils/rock for projects.
• Provide embankment design and stability modelling support.
• Lead or assist in project management and client communications.
• Prepare clear, well-reasoned technical deliverables under mentorship.
• Collaborate with senior engineers and multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Project coordination

Technical writing

Client communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Geological Engineering

Tools

gINT

CPeT IT

LPILE

GROUP

Settle3D

Slide

SHAKE

Job description

DMC, an employee-owned engineering consulting firm in BC, is growing, and we’re looking for a Geotechnical Engineer who’sready to help us keep the momentum moving. Our expanding GeotechnicalGroup works across British Columbia, delivering practical, high‑qualityengineering grounded in strong fundamentals and a culture that valuescollaboration, clarity, and a steady beat. With more than 60 years ofcollective geotechnical experience in our corner,we bring technical depth and a mentoring culture that keeps peoplelearning, growing, and stepping confidently into bigger roles.

We’re seeking a technically strong engineer with proven experience in project management, geotechnical site characterization, embankment design, and stability modelling. The ideal candidate will have co‑op or early career experience in field investigation and construction, communicate confidently with clients, and produce clear, well‑reasoned technical deliverables under the mentorship of DMC’s senior engineers. If you value solid engineering and clear communication, you’ll fit right in at DMC.

DMC supports a wide range of projects, including public infrastructure, commercial and industrial structures, dams,and residential subdivision construction. Our clients includeprovincial agencies, municipalities, First Nation communities,architects, developers, and contractors throughout BC. We take pride indelivering work that’s grounded, reliable, and built to stand the test of time which is the engineering equivalent of a clean beat.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geological Engineering (minimum)

• Minimum 2 years of relevant geotechnical engineering experience

• Registered, or eligible for registration, as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in BC

• Strong technical writing, communication, and project coordination skills

• Ability to manage multiple projects and work independently with minimal supervision

• Previous project management experience

• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications

• Valid Class 5 driver’s license (or equivalent) with a clean driving record

• Legally eligible to work in Canada

• Strong work ethic with a drive to excel and deliver high‑quality work

• Effective communicator with excellent oral and written skills

• Able to work independently or collaboratively within a team environment

Supplementary Skills:

• Experience conducting geotechnical site investigations

• Familiarity with industry standard geotechnical software (e.g., gINT, CPeT IT, L Pile, GROUP, Settle3D, Slide, SHAKE)
• Background in materials testing and construction inspection

The Rewards:

Inexchange for your hard work and dedication, you will receive a highlycompetitive annual salary along with a comprehensive benefits package,including:

• Extended health and dental coverage

• Profit sharing opportunities

• Reimbursement of applicable professional membership dues

• Employee share options

• Opportunities for paid training and professional development (role dependent)

Upon joining DMC, you will be welcomed into a close-knit and cohesive organization with excellent company culture and a range of social events. Ourteam brings deep experience across a wide range of consulting services,supporting First Nation communities, provincial agencies,municipalities, architects, developers, and contracting firms throughoutBC. Backed by a trusted network of associates, we’re able to scale our expertise across western Canada and beyond — keeping projects moving and the momentum strong.

How To Apply:

Please apply via email with a cover letter on or before August 30, 2026. Thank you for your interest in DMC Engineering Inc. Only qualified candidate’s will be considered for this position and only those short listed will be contacted for an interview.