Sr Geotechnical Engineer

Suncor Energy Inc.; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Health, dental & vision benefits

Pension plan

Job summary

Suncor Energy Inc. invites a Sr Geotechnical Engineer to Fort McMurray, AB. The role focuses on geotechnical investigations, slope stability, seepage assessments, and structural support for mining-related projects. Strong collaboration with planning, operations, and reclamation teams is required.

Relocation assistance is provided. Eligible candidates with 7–10+ years of geotechnical experience and a PE designation in Canada are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• 7 to 10+ years of geotechnical/civil earthworks experience in mining/oil sands operations.
• Bachelor's degree in civil/geological/mining engineering; master's degree is an asset.
• Eligible to be registered as a Professional Engineer in Canada (APEGA) or current PE status.

Responsibilities

• Lead intermediate to senior geotechnical engineering for existing or new structures, including investigations and design support.
• Prepare technical documents for OEMS, regulatory reporting, and remedial actions.
• Collaborate with mine planning, tailings, operations, and reclamation teams; mentor junior engineers.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Earthworks design

Slope stability

Seepage analysis

Canadian PE eligibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil / Geological/Mining Engineering

Master's degree in geotechnical engineering (asset)

Job description

## Sr Geotechnical EngineerApply: Fort McMurray (Aurora), AB, CAN: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 9, 2026 (13 days left to apply): R0017707**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* **Relocation** **assistance:** roundtrip airfare or mileage coverage, temporary accommodations, rental search assistance, and additional resources 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 Don’t have all the qualifications listed? That’s ok! Apply anyway. We acknowledge the value of transferrable skills. **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 you reside outside 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 housing assistance to eligible individuals* To learn more about living and working in Fort McMurray, click here* 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**Think we are a fit? Apply now!**