Junior Geotechnical Engineer-In-Training

Tetra Tech; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits on day one

Overtime paid at 1.5x

Work-life balance

Collaborative team environment

Professional growth opportunities

Mentorship by leading experts

Job summary

Tetra Tech in Kelowna, BC, is hiring a Junior Geotechnical Engineer-In-Training to join the Western Canada Engineering team. You will assist in planning and executing geotechnical investigations, conduct fieldwork, collect samples, and perform lab tests under supervision.

Travel and professional development toward registration are encouraged, with a focus on safety and collaboration. The role offers exposure to a wide range of projects and a supportive environment with mentorship from senior

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Geotechnical, Geological or Civil Engineering; graduates in 2027 welcome.
• Preference for a Graduate Degree in Geotechnical Engineering.
• Willingness to travel for work and to work in a team environment.
• Engineer-in-Training eligibility in British Columbia and valid BC driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and execution of geotechnical investigations for various projects.
• Conduct field investigations including test pits, borehole logging, instrumentation installation, and monitoring.
• Collect soil, rock, aggregate, concrete, and asphalt samples per industry standards.
• Perform laboratory testing: soil, concrete, asphalt, and aggregate tests.
• Interpret laboratory and field data; prepare engineering analyses and recommendations.
• Prepare reports, field summaries, memoranda and engineering reports under supervision.
• Support geotechnical assessments for foundations, slopes, embankments, and pavements.
• Coordinate field programs with drilling contractors, surveyors, labs, clients and subcontractors.
• Maintain field and lab records and project documentation.
• Communicate with clients, regulators, and internal teams; adhere to safety procedures.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Teamwork

Report writing

AutoCAD

MS Office

Education

Undergraduate degree in Geotechnical, Geological or Civil Engineering

Graduate Degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

GeoStudio

MS Office

Job description

Junior Geotechnical Engineer-In-Training

Tetra Tech is adding a Junior Geotechnical Engineer-In-Training toour Western Canada Engineering team based in Kelowna, BC .

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.

The salary range for this position is $70,000 to $83,000 per annum. Please note that Tetra Tech considers various factors in determining pay, including but not limited to: education, relevant and demonstrated work experience in the role, skills, geographic location, qualifications, certifications, and other competencies relevant to the needs of the business.

Your Role:

• Assist with planning and execution of geotechnical investigations for transportation, municipal, industrial, resource, and energy projects.
• Conduct field investigations including test pits, borehole logging, instrumentation installation, and construction monitoring.
• Collect soil, rock, aggregate, concrete, and asphalt samples in accordance with applicable industry standards.
• Perform laboratory materials testing including:
  • Soil index testing (moisture content, Atterberg limits, grain size analysis, density, and classification testing);
  • Concrete testing (slump, air content, compressive strength specimen preparation and testing);
  • Asphalt testing (compaction, density, asphalt content, and associated quality control testing);
  • Aggregate quality testing and sample preparation.
• Assist in interpreting laboratory and field data and preparing engineering analyses and recommendations.
• Prepare factual reports, field summaries, technical memoranda, and engineering reports under the supervision of senior engineers.
• Support geotechnical assessments for foundations, retaining structures, embankments, slopes, pavements, and earthworks.
• Assist with geotechnical instrumentation monitoring and data interpretation.
• Provide field review and quality assurance services during construction.
• Coordinate field programs with drilling contractors, surveyors, laboratories, clients, and subcontractors.
• Maintain field and laboratory records, test results, and project documentation.
• Communicate effectively with clients, contractors, regulators, and internal project teams.
• Conduct activities in accordance with Tetra Tech quality, health and safety, and environmental procedures.
• Pursue continuous professional development and actively work toward professional registration.
• Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
• Additional Duties as Required.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of an Undergraduate degree in Geotechnical, Geological or Civil Engineering. Recent Graduates and Students Graduating in 2027 are welcome.
• Preference will be given to candidates that have obtained a Graduate Degree in the area of Geotechnical Engineering.
• Strong people skills and an ability to work in a team environment.
• Willingness to travel for work is essential to the position.
• Good time management skills, the ability to work with minimal supervision and the ability to contribute to the project by being a team player.
• Must be or eligible to register as an engineer-in-training in British Columbia, be legally entitled to work in Canada, and possess a valid British Columbia Class 5 driver’s license (or equivalent).
• Experience in a consulting engineering environment would be considered an asset.
• Experience writing internal and external facing reports and proposals would be considered an asset.
• Previous experience using AutoCAD, GeoStudio 2007 Products and MS Office is considered an asset.

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.
• 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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