Junior Geotechnical Engineer — Hybrid, Field Work

Tetra Tech; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Overtime 1.5x

Hybrid work model

Work-life balance

Mentorship

Learning & development

Job summary

Tetra Tech is seeking a Junior Geotechnical Engineer to join our Geotechnical Engineering team in Vancouver, BC. This role supports foundation design and site investigations under the guidance of senior engineers, with opportunities for fieldwork across Western Canada.

You will contribute to geotechnical reports, assist with project planning, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in a hybrid work environment offering professional growth and mentorship from industry-leading experts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or geological engineering.
• At least 1 year of geotechnical engineering and foundation design experience.
• Strong geotechnical knowledge with good communication.
• Willingness to travel across Western Canada for field assignments.

Responsibilities

• Assist with development of geotechnical solutions including foundation design.
• Prepare technical letters, reports, proposals, and project documentation.
• Support planning, scheduling, and budget tracking for projects.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, and subconsultants under senior guidance.
• Assist with field programs, explorations, and data collection.
• Contribute to geotechnical evaluation reports and recommendations.
• Assist with design of civil earthwork and construction specs.
• Support geotechnical design for infrastructure projects including pipelines and bridges.
• Help with geohazard assessments and terrain mapping.

Skills

Geotechnical knowledge

Engineering design software

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil/geotechnical engineering

Job description

Tetra Tech is seeking a Junior Geotechnical Engineer to join our Geotechnical Engineering team in Vancouver, BC. This role supports foundation design and site investigations under the guidance of senior engineers, with opportunities for fieldwork across Western Canada.

You will contribute to geotechnical reports, assist with project planning, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in a hybrid work environment offering professional growth and mentorship from industry-leading experts.