Junior to Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer

Lewkowich Engineering Associates; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established engineering firm is seeking a Junior to Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role involves conducting site investigations, managing geotechnical designs, and ensuring quality assurance for construction projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in geotechnical engineering, excellent technical writing skills, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. With a focus on practical solutions and a commitment to community safety, this position offers an exciting opportunity for career growth within a supportive environment. Join a team dedicated to excellence in engineering services on Vancouver Island!

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Paid vacation time

Excellent extended health care benefits

RRSP program

Quarterly profit-sharing bonuses

On-site parking

Company events

Licensing and professional development costs covered

PPE and safety equipment provided

Qualifications

• Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng) with 3+ years in Geotechnical Engineering.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site investigations and geotechnical design for various projects.
• Manage hazard assessments and foundation designs.

Skills

Geotechnical Engineering

Technical Writing

Project Management

Communication Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Site Investigation

Report Writing

Education

Post-secondary program in Civil, Geotechnical, or Geological Engineering

Tools

GeoStudio

Rocscience Software

MSEW

GEO5

Job description

Junior to Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer

Full Time

Who We Are

Lewkowich Engineering Associates Ltd. (LEA) is a professional engineering services firm, established locally in 1994. LEA provides geotechnical engineering, materials testing, and hazardous building materials testing services to Vancouver Island, the Sunshine Coast, and the surrounding Gulf Islands, with offices in Nanaimo and Courtenay. We have a fulltime team of thirty-five employees, including Professional Engineers and Geoscientists, certified technologists and technicians, industrial hygienists, and administration staff.

At LEA, we work with our clients to solve design and construction related issues for commercial, residential, industrial, institutional, and infrastructure projects. LEA aims to provide practical solutions that save time and cost, and contribute to a safer community. We achieve this by following our company values of being approachable, collaborative, experienced, pragmatic, and responsive. We take pride in always improving our locally owned and operated business for current and future generations of staff and clients. Our current goal is to uphold the fantastic reputation we’ve built in the communities we work in while continuously improving all aspects of our business.

Who You Are

You are a detailed oriented individual who enjoys working both in the field and in an office environment. You enjoy working as part of a team in a professional environment, while also being able to work independently with strong time management skills and the ability to multi-task. You are comfortable and have experience working on construction sites. Prior experience with earthworks/concrete construction and an interest in construction technology. You are a proactive person, but also someone who can react efficiently and effectively to manage problems.

Key Qualifications

• Completion of a post-secondary program in Civil, Geotechnical, or Geological Engineering.
• Registered with the Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC) as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng).
• A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in the Geotechnical Engineering field. Local BC experience strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with spoken and written English language is required.
• You must be proficient with technical writing and have experience with Microsoft software (Word, Excel, etc.).
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and cooperate with a team in various environments.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License.

Key Duties

• Site investigation and geotechnical design, specifically related to site characterization of soil and rock, hazard assessments and mitigative solutions, shallow and deep foundation design, and construction support from project tendering to construction inspections.
• The position requires a strong background in report writing, specifications, and project management.
• Coordinate, execute, and manage site investigations and quality assurance programs.
• Complete geotechnical hazard assessments including seismic, slope, flood, and undermining hazard assessments.
• Shallow and deep foundation design including bearing and settlement analysis.
• MSE wall design.
• WorkSafeBC excavation assessments for temporary excavation stability.
• Proficiency with current geotechnical software applications including but not limited to GeoStudio (Slope/W, Sigma/W, etc.), Rocscience (Slide2/3, Settle3, Rockfall, etc.), ReSSA, MSEW, and GEO5.
• Must be well organized, have the ability to manage and prioritize several assignments at one time, deliver on time and on budget.
• This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that may be required of the team member, and other duties, responsibilities, and activities may be assigned as required.

What We Offer

• This is a permanent, full-time position, offering a 40-hour work week, and a Monday to Friday schedule.
• Competitive base salary of $90,000 to $120,000 per year depending on experience.
• Compensation for any overtime hours.
• Working as part of an established, stable, and professional team.
• Opportunity for career advancement.
• Paid vacation time.
• Excellent extended health care benefit package.
• RRSP program.
• Quarterly profit-sharing bonuses.
• On-site parking.
• Company events.
• Licensing and professional development costs are covered by LEA.
• PPE and safety equipment covered by LEA.