Principal Geotechnical Engineer

Linxus Group; Calgary; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Calgary is seeking a Principal Geotechnical Engineer to manage projects and mentor junior staff. The role involves geotechnical analysis, design, and oversight of site investigations. Suitable candidates should have a Geotechnical or Civil engineering degree and be eligible for P.Eng. registration in Canada. You will be part of a dynamic team focused on innovative solutions and professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Mobile phone allowance

Career development opportunities

Team-building social events

Qualifications

• Geotechnical or Civil engineering degree is necessary.
• Registered as, or ability to register as a P.Eng. in Canada.
• Skills in geotechnical analysis software are required.
• Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Willingness to travel and work in the field as needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects including initiation, coordination, and execution.
• Assist in business development and client relations.
• Mentor and manage junior engineers.
• Oversee geotechnical site investigations and inspections.
• Conduct geotechnical design including slope stability and foundation analysis.

Skills

Geotechnical analysis

Project management

Technical writing

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Education

Geotechnical or Civil engineering degree

P.Eng. registration in Canada

Tools

GeoStudio

LPile

APile

Settle3D

Job description

About the job Principal Geotechnical Engineer

We are a quickly growing, employee-owned consulting firm with projects across Canada and the US. We are seeking a Senior or Director Geotechnical Engineer to join our growing geotechnical engineering practice in Calgary and help lead the development and execution of geotechnical engineering services to support our ongoing projects and clients.

The successful applicant will provide and manage the development and execution of geotechnical site investigations, engineering analysis, and design to support various civil heavy earthworks projects, including water storage dams, tailings dams, earthen containment ponds, pipelines, and industrial infrastructure.

The successful candidate will have the initiative and accountability to work independently and with our team in a rewarding, fast-paced environment, and will have an opportunity to join our Management Team.

Responsibilities will include the following:

1. Project management, including project initiation, coordination, and execution
2. Assisting in business development
3. Mentoring and managing intermediate and junior engineers
4. Planning, overseeing, and executing geotechnical site investigations
5. Conducting site inspections
6. Geotechnical design and analysis including soil and rock engineering, soil dynamics, slope stability, and foundations
7. Reporting and technical writing
8. Site inspection and supervision

Necessary qualifications:

• Geotechnical or Civil engineering degree
• Registered as, or the ability to immediately register as, a P.Eng. in Canada
• Computer and software skills to complete geotechnical analysis, including GeoStudio, LPile, APile, Settle3D
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills are essential
• Applicant must be willing to travel and be in the field as required on a project needs basis
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be legally entitled to work in Canada

The following will be considered an asset:

• Exposure to large civil earthworks construction projects
• Experience with the design, construction, operation, and inspection of earthen dams and/or tailings dams

We are a full-service EPCM company with a dedicated team of professionals trained and experienced in project management, engineering, and design, working together to provide practical solutions to our clients. We focus on advancing our clients' projects through to successful completion.

Our culture emphasizes team building, with social events and opportunities for relaxation outside of work. We also promote knowledge sharing through Lunch and Learns, and prioritize career development with performance management, mentorship, and training budgets.

We are locally owned, adaptable, and open to new growth initiatives. We support our team in exploring new business opportunities and sharing in the rewards of successful ventures.

This position is based in our head office in downtown Calgary, Alberta. We offer a competitive salary, health benefits, and a mobile phone allowance.

Interested candidates should email a current cover letter and resume to [e-mail].