Rock Mechanics Engineer

SNC-Lavalin; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Vaughan is looking for a Rock Mechanics Engineer to specialize in tunnel engineering and rock mechanics. The role involves complex design, project management, and client interactions while mentoring junior staff. Ideal candidates will have a degree in civil engineering or geology, a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience, and the ability to travel for work. The company offers competitive pay and a hybrid working culture.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Flexible benefits

Professional development opportunities

Hybrid working culture

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of pertinent experience in rock mechanics.
• Professional Engineering License (P.Eng) in Ontario or eligibility to obtain.
• Strong focus on rock face stability and underground excavations.

Responsibilities

• Specializing in design and construction of shafts and tunnels.
• Mentoring junior staff and supporting complex proposals.
• Liaising with clients and stakeholders for project findings.

Skills

Rock mechanics design

Project management

Client relationship skills

Geotechnics

Education

Degree in civil engineering or geology

Postgraduate qualification in geotechnical subject

Job description

Job Description

Overview

Are you ready to shape the future of infrastructure through cutting‑edge rock mechanics and tunnel engineering? Join AtkinsRéalis, global leader in sustainable design and engineering, where your expertise will drive transformative projects across Canada and beyond.

We are currently seeking a dynamic and growth focused Rock Mechanics Engineer to join the Geotechnical Practice. This position is based in Vaughan or Ottawa, Ontario, with flexibility for candidates located in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).

Your role

• The successful applicant will be a Geotechnical Engineer specializing in Rock Mechanics with a strong focus on the design and construction of shafts and tunnels.
• The role will include the execution of complex and major programs, supporting complex proposals, mentoring junior staff, and therefore good communication skills are essential.
• As a Rock Mechanics specialist, your input and expertise will be vital in supporting and developing our wider Geohazards and Engineering Geomorphology Team across Canada.
• Liaise with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders to communicate findings and recommendations.
• Demonstrate innovation and maintain awareness of emerging technologies and advanced techniques.
• Candidates should have the right flare and ability that will help us develop and expand our infrastructure geotechnics capability by building on the existing portfolio of our rapidly expanding, flexible and outward looking team that can tackle work across a broad spectrum of sectors.

About you

• The candidate will have a degree in civil engineering or geology with a postgraduate qualification in a geotechnical subject and have a minimum of 8 years’ pertinent experience.
• Proven experience in rock mechanics design and rock mass characterization.
• Professional Engineering License (P.Eng) in Ontario or eligibility to obtain.
• A focused expertise on rock mechanics and rock engineering projects dealing with rock face stability, tunneling and underground excavations in rock, foundations, and rockfall hazards.
• Strong project management and client relationship skills.
• A willingness to travel on short assignments both within Ontario and nationwide.
• Valid driver’s license.

Reward & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.

Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.

Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.

And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time‑off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.

About AtkinsRéalis

We’re AtkinsRéalis, a world‑class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We’re committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Worker Type: Employee  Job Type: Regular

At AtkinsRéalis , we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world‑class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.