Senior Geotechnical Engineer-Rail & Transit Mobility • Toronto •

Sener en Ingeniería; Toronto; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Toronto seeks a Geotechnical Engineer to work on Rail transit infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have a Civil engineering degree, P. Eng in Ontario, and 10-12 years of practical experience, particularly in Rail and Transit projects. Responsibilities include leading geotechnical numerical modeling tasks, complying with regulations, and guiding junior staff. This position offers a collaborative environment supporting individual initiatives.

Qualifications

• Civil engineering degree or similar required.
• Must have a P. Eng in Ontario.
• 10-12 years of practical experience in Civil & geotechnical engineering.
• Must have experience in Rail & Transit projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead tasks for geotechnical numerical modeling projects.
• Scope and assist in implementation of field programs.
• Direct engineering activities ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Complete design analyses for infrastructure-Rail projects.

Skills

Geotechnical numerical modeling

Civil engineering

Collaboration skills

Field program implementation

Data evaluation and engineering analysis

Design experience in geotechnics

Education

Civil engineering degree (Masters or Bachelors)

Tools

Plaxis

SAP2000

Geo Studio

Job description

Overview

SENER is an independent engineering & construction firm. Established in 1956, today SENER employs 4,000 people globally. Our mission is to serve our clients and society by providing advanced, accurate and effective engineering solutions that improve our clients’ businesses and facilitate society’s access to competitive, safe, sustainable, and state-of-the-art services, equipment, and utilities.

Expanding our presence in Canada and beyond, SENER aspires to incorporate people with the greatest talent and vocation, guiding their human and professional development through growing responsibilities and challenges. We believe in our professionals and support their performance, offering an environment with sufficient freedom to motivate individual initiatives that add value to our operations and improve SENER. We trust the best to lead, avoiding any discrimination and demanding not only professional aptitude and results but also exemplary conduct, teamwork, dedication, and commitment.

At SENER we know that, with the right people on board, everything is possible.

Our Toronto office is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join our team. This position will be to work on projects for Rail transit infrastructure (High Speed, Metro, LRT, streetcars, subway extensions etc.).

The Geotechnical Engineer will contribute to form a key part of a growing geotechnical team. You will work with the Geotechnics Lead to support and grow the team, working closely with the other office disciplines of Rail, structural, civil, infrastructure and bridge engineering as well as independent geotechnical consultancy.

Job Requirements

• Lead tasks for geotechnical numerical modeling projects that involve data evaluation and engineering analysis
• Scope and assist in implementation of field programs as they relate to data collection for numerical analysis
• Direct engineering activities, ensuring compliance with environmental, safety, or other governmental regulations
• Complete design analyses for infrastructure-Rail projects
• Prepare numerical analysis reports
• Review structural and civil plans and specifications
• Test soils or materials to determine the adequacy and strength of foundations, concrete, asphalt, or steel
• Review the work of and mentor entry level numerical modeling and analytical staff. Present results of geotechnical numerical analyses to other engineers, client representatives, stakeholders, and expert peer review panels

Qualifications

• Civil engineering degree or similar required (masters or bachelors)
• Must have a P. Eng in Ontario
• 10-12 years of practical experience in Civil & geotechnical engineering
• Must have experience in Rail & Transit projects
• Design experience and knowledge in geotechnical, excavation works, foundation, tunnelling works, etc.
• Familiar with Engineering Modelling programme e.g. Plaxis, SAP2000, Geo Studio, etc.
• Must work independently and demonstrate the ability to show initiative
• Must be a collaborator who can also work independently