Sr Geotechnical Engineer

Suncor

Fort McMurray

On-site

CAD 110,000 - 170,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance
Health, dental, vision benefits
Pension plans with company matching
Generous vacation & personal time off
Talent development programs

Job summary

Suncor invites a Geotechnical Engineer to join our Fort McMurray team. The role focuses on geotechnical investigations, slope stability, seepage, and structural support for existing and new facilities.

Relocation to within 60 km of Fort McMurray is provided, with housing assistance available. Ideal candidates have 7–10+ years of geotechnical/civil earthworks experience, and must be eligible for PE status in Canada.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in civil/geological/mining engineering from an accredited university.
  • Master’s degree in geotechnical engineering is an asset.
  • Eligible to be registered as a Professional Engineer with APEGA.

Responsibilities

  • Lead intermediate to senior geotechnical engineering tasks for existing or new structures.
  • Prepare technical documents meeting OEMS and regulatory reporting requirements.
  • Support geotechnical investigations including slope stability, seepage, liquefaction, and settlement analyses.
  • Collaborate with mine planning, tailings, operations, and reclamation teams.
  • Provide mentorship and training to junior engineers.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering
Regulatory knowledge
Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Geological/Mining Engineering
Master’s degree in geotechnical engineering (asset)

Job description

At Suncor, we produce and provide energy.

When you join Suncor, you become part of a company that has built a solid foundation for both business and employee success. We are a place where talented people thrive. As part of our team, you play a vital role in delivering energy we all rely on, and you'll make a meaningful impact in the communities where we live and work.

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE PROVIDED!

We’re hiring a Geotechnical Engineer with a strong background in geotechnical investigations, instrumentation review, slope stability and seepage assessments, and support for the design and surveillance of existing and new structures.

  • Strong compensation: we offer competitive compensation, regional-based uplifts, annual bonuses, and long-term financial rewards. We also help you save for your future by offering pension programs, and savings plans with company matching
  • Benefits: utilize an employee assistance program and comprehensive company-paid health, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family to support your mental, physical, and financial well-being
  • Generous time-off: enjoy generous paid vacation time and personal time-off to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance
  • Talent development programs: Internal mobility, succession planning, and employee training and development programs are just a few ways we’re dedicated to your development
  • Relocationassistance:roundtrip airfare or mileage coverage, temporary accommodations, rental searchassistance, andadditionalresources provided pending role and location
Minimum Requirements:
  • 7 to 10+ years of relevant engineering experience in geotechnical/civil earthworks, particularly related to the design, construction, operations and performance monitoring of earthen dams, pit walls and dumps
  • Minimum bachelor’s degree in civil / Geological/Mining Engineering from an accredited university. Master’s degree in geotechnical engineering discipline is considered an asset
  • Geotechnical experience with mining, tailings, and oil sands operations, with related design and/or field experience considered an asset
  • Must be eligible to be registered as a Professional Engineer with APEGA and currently hold Professional Engineer status in Canada
Responsibilities:
  • Able to take on responsibilities of an Intermediate to Sr. Geotechnical Engineer for existing or new structures, requiring a well-developed understanding of the drilling investigations, design, regulatory requirements, operations, operations, performance, closure and decommissioning strategies, and ongoing support to construction, operation, surveillance and reporting
  • Prepare technical documents to meet the Suncor Operation Excellence Management System (OEMS) requirements, for regulatory reporting requirements, work scopes for new construction and to address remedial actions for existing structures’ integrity.
  • Work under direction of engineers of records to support geotechnical investigations and analyses including slope stability, seepage, liquefaction, hydraulic fracture, settlement, and freeboard assessment
  • Collaborate with other teams including Short and Long Range Mine Planning, Tailings Planning, Operations and Reclamation to understand plans, optimize designs and make geotechnical recommendations
  • Provide mentorship and training to junior engineers
  • Potential to develop into future Engineer-of-Record role with acquired experience
Location and other Key details:
  • You will work out of a Syncrude Aurora Asset location in Fort McMurray
  • If youresideoutside of Fort McMurray, relocation of your primary residence to within 60 km of Fort McMurray is mandatory. Relocation support will be provided; we offer competitive housingassistanceto eligible individuals
  • To learn more about living and working in Fort McMurray,
  • Hours of work are a regular 40-hour work week, Monday to Friday, with the potential for extended work hours based on business needs
  • Our business professional roles follow internal compensation guidelines, and the pay band will generally be based years of experience and scope of work

Suncor is committed to providing equal opportunities for employment and building an inclusive, results-oriented and high-performance culture where all members of our team feel safe, valued and respected.

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