Senior Materials Engineer

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Nova Scotia; Hybrid; CAD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision plans

Tuition reimbursement

Registered retirement savings plan

Job summary

Stantec is seeking a senior geotechnical engineer to lead projects in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, working with a team of 35 geotechnical staff and support from Atlantic Canada. The role spans field exploration, lab testing, and design of complex geotechnical structures across transportation, infrastructure and development sectors.

Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering field, a minimum of 12 years’ geotechnical experience, and be a licensed or eligible P.Eng. in Canada.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Civil/Geotechnical/Geological/Mining) from a recognized university.
• Minimum of 12 years of geotechnical engineering or related services.
• Registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in good standing with Engineers Nova Scotia, or eligible for registration.
• Valid Canadian driver’s license with access to a vehicle.
• Ability to live and work in Canada; residing in Nova Scotia or willing to relocate.

Responsibilities

• Technical Development: lead materials testing and related analyses for geotechnical projects across sectors.
• Occasional field work including site inspections and testing coordination.
• Team Collaboration: mentor staff and coordinate with teams across Canada.
• Project Delivery: manage small to mid-sized projects, develop client relationships and tailor solutions.

Skills

Leadership

Business development

Team mentoring

Client relationships

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Geotechnical/Geological/Mining Engineering

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) certification or eligible

Job description

Build the foundation for a successful career in geotechnical engineering with a great team. When we say we’re full-service, we mean it. You’ll find us in the office, on site, and in the lab. We work in and outdoors, above and below ground, over and under water, on projects large and small. From field exploration and lab testing to designing and managing the construction of complex geotechnical structures, our team does rock-solid work.

Join our team and discover the opportunities that await.

Your opportunity

Stantec is a global engineering consulting firm dedicated to creating sustainable and innovative solutions with a focus on people, value, team spirit, and excellence. The successful candidate will work closely with our local team of approximately 35 geotechnical staff in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia with support from our team in Atlantic Canada, supported by a wider, regional team of over 200 geotechnical staff.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Technical Development: Apply your growing expertise while learning from experienced engineers and contributing to high-quality deliverables. Plan and manage materials testing and inspection projects. Conduct engineering analyses and design related to asphalt, concrete and soils for a variety of small to large geotechnical projects related to transportation and infrastructure, power, mining, industrial, commercial and residential developments .Interact with a wide variety of clients from owners, developers and contractors to aggregate, hot mix asphalt and ready mixed concrete producers.

• Escape the Office: Perform occasional field work, which may include visual site inspections, construction monitoring, materials testing services, and coordination with field teams, The extent of fieldwork may vary depending on the applicants interest and experience.

• Team Collaboration: Coordinate with project teams within Nova Scotia, the maritimes and across Canada and contribute to a supportive, growth-focused environment. Mentor and train junior staff to expand our materials engineering and geotechnical team and shape the next generation of engineers and technicians.

• Project Delivery: Take ownership of small to mid-sized projects—supporting planning, analysis, reporting, and client communication with mentorship from senior staff. Begin building client relationships by supporting project delivery and learning to tailor solutions to meet evolving needs.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Ability to lead small to large materials testing projects independently.

• Ability to support laboratory operations including testing of soil, aggregate, concrete, mortar and bituminous paving mixtures.

• Strong leadership and business development skills, including experience building and maintaining productive relationships with a client base. Such experience within a consulting organization is considered a strong asset

• Previous success in developing teams of technologists and engineers

• Knowledge of relevant CSA and ASTM Standards related to concrete, soils and asphalt.

• Relevant experience in materials engineering, with interest in asphalt and concrete mix design, pavement engineering, and materials testing services. Experience with End Result Specification testing related to asphalt would be considered an asset.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of engineering (such as Civil, Geotechnical, Geological, or Mining Engineering, or Engineering Geology) from a recognized university.

• minimum of 12 years of experience in geotechnical engineering or related services.

• Registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in good standing with Engineers Nova Scotia, or eligible for registration if transferring from another province.

• Valid Canadian driver’s license with access to a vehicle.

• Ability to live and work in Canada.

• Residing in Nova Scotia, or willing to relocate.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

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Pay Transparency:

In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary:

• health, dental, and vision plans
• a wellness program
• health care spending account
• wellness spending account
• group registered retirement savings plan
• employee stock purchase program
• group tax-free savings account
• life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
• short-term/long-term disability plans
• emergency travel benefits
• tuition reimbursement
• professional membership fee coverage
• paid time off

• group registered retirement savings plan
• employee stock purchase program
• group tax-free savings account

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location: Canada | NS | Dartmouth
Organization: BC-1216 EnvSvcs-CA GeoTech East
Employee Status: Regular
Travel: Yes
Schedule: Full time