Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Tetra Tech; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join their Vancouver team. This role requires significant experience in geotechnical engineering with competencies in foundation design and seismic assessments. As a senior team member, you'll lead complex projects, mentor junior staff, and enjoy a hybrid work culture. The salary ranges from $130K to $190K, depending on experience and qualifications. Join us to make a meaningful impact and advance your career with comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits on day one

Overtime at 1.5 times

Flexibility for work-life balance

Learning and development opportunities

Collaborative team atmosphere

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of relevant geotechnical engineering experience.
• Registered or eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer in British Columbia.
• Strong communication skills (oral and written).

Responsibilities

• Develop technical solutions for geotechnical applications.
• Lead seismic deformation assessments.
• Prepare technical letters and reports.

Skills

Seismic engineering

Foundation design

Technical report writing

Project management

Geotechnical investigations

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil or geological engineering

Master's degree in geotechnical engineering

Tools

Engineering design software

Job description

The Opportunity:

Tetra Tech is adding a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to our Geotechnical Engineering team based in Vancouver, 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 $130K to $190K 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:

• Developing sound technical solutions to lead the design and evaluation of challenging geotechnical applications, particularly foundations in seismically sensitive environments, deep foundations, shallow foundations, soft/compressible soils, steep slopes, and other issues across BC and Western Canada.
• Leading seismic deformation assessments, including evaluation of settlements, lateral deformations, and their effects on foundations.
• Preparing technical letters and reports and helping our clients understand options, risks, benefits, and opportunities.
• Participating in the development of proposals and pursuits for small to very large projects.
• Supervising and mentoring junior and intermediate staff members and co-op students.
• Planning resources, schedules, and managing projects to be on budget and on time.
• Communicating with coworkers, clients, and sub consultants.
• Planning field programs and analyzing geotechnical information.
• Reviewing reports prepared by junior and intermediate staff and preparing geotechnical evaluation reports including recommendations and site development in seismically sensitive environments.
• Leading or participating in design of civil earthwork structures and development of construction specifications.
• Leading or participating in design of linear infrastructure, including pipelines, water mains, transmission lines, highways, and bridge foundations.
• Leading or participating in design of marine / port infrastructure, hospitals, community centres, commercial buildings, residential towers, and more.
• Leading or assisting with completion of geohazard assessments, including terrain mapping, hazard mapping, and risk assessments.
• Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
• Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
• Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
• Additional duties as required.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in civil or geological engineering with a preference for a Master’s degree in geotechnical engineering.
• A minimum of 10 years of relevant geotechnical engineering and foundation design experience.
• Relevant seismic or soft ground engineering experience is preferred. Experience in geotechnical reconnaissance and site characterization is essential.
• Proven capabilities in planning and supervising geotechnical investigations and in writing reports and technical communications.
• Strong all-round academic knowledge of geotechnical engineering.
• Expertise in foundation engineering.
• Experience with engineering design software will be an advantage.
• Experience or aptitude for proposal writing, client development, working in a team setting to meet timelines and other skills appropriate to consulting.
• Registered or eligible to register as a Professional Engineer in British Columbia.
• Excellent communication skills (both oral and written).
• Travel will be required in this position throughout Western Canada, and candidates must be prepared to undertake field assignments possibly lasting up to three to four weeks at a time.
• Strong people skills and an ability to work in a multidisciplinary team environment.

Life at Tetra Tech:

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.
• We have embraced a hybrid culture. We will provide you the tools to work almost anywhere.
• 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.

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in 550 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and talent of more than 30,000 employees who are working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects.

Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:

• LinkedIn: @TetraTechCareers
• X (Twitter): @TetraTechJobs

Additional Information

• Organization: 704 EGI