Junior Geotechnical Engineer - Mentorship & Field Work

Thurber Engineering; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite parking

Health and dental coverage

Professional development support

Job summary

A specialized geotechnical consulting firm in Calgary is seeking a Junior Geotechnical / Geological Engineer to contribute to a variety of projects, ranging from infrastructure to environmental assessments. This role, suitable for new graduates, offers mentorship to develop skills in both fieldwork and office-based tasks. The position requires a post-graduate degree in a geo-engineering discipline and can lead to significant career growth within the company.

Qualifications

• Post-graduate degree in Civil Geotechnical Engineering, Geological Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or Engineering Geology.
• Between 0-5 years of experience; new grads welcome.
• Comfortable driving mid to full-sized pickup trucks in various environments.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage geotechnical projects.
• Conduct field inspections and material testing.
• Execute geotechnical assessments and drilling programs.

Skills

Proficiency in geotechnical software (e.g., SlopeW, SeepW)

Strong organizational skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Strong computer skills (spreadsheet, word-processing)

Education

Post-graduate degree in a geo-engineering discipline

Graduate Degree (Masters or higher)

Tools

Geotechnical software

Job description

A specialized geotechnical consulting firm in Calgary is seeking a Junior Geotechnical / Geological Engineer to contribute to a variety of projects, ranging from infrastructure to environmental assessments. This role, suitable for new graduates, offers mentorship to develop skills in both fieldwork and office-based tasks. The position requires a post-graduate degree in a geo-engineering discipline and can lead to significant career growth within the company.