Sr Geotechnical Engineer

Suncor Energy Inc.; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Health benefits

Paid vacation & personal time off

Pension plan

Annual bonus

Job summary

Suncor Energy is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to lead investigations, stability assessments, and seepage analyses for earth structures in Fort McMurray. You will work on dam, pit wall, and dump projects, ensuring design integrity and compliance with OEMS.

The role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams, mentoring junior engineers, and supporting regulatory reporting. Fort McMurray relocation support and a strong compensation package are offered.

Qualifications

• 7 to 10+ years of geotechnical/civil earthworks engineering experience.
• Eligible to be registered as a Professional Engineer with APEGA, currently hold PE status in Canada.
• Geotechnical experience with mining, tailings, and oil sands operations is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead intermediate to senior geotechnical engineering work for existing or new structures.
• Prepare technical documents to meet OEMS and regulatory requirements.
• Support investigations and analyses: slope stability, seepage, liquefaction, settlement, and freeboard.
• Collaborate with Mine Planning, Tailings, Operations and Reclamation teams to optimize designs.
• Provide mentorship to junior engineers and grow toward Engineer-of-Record responsibilities.

Skills

Geotechnical investigations

Instrumentation review

Slope stability

Seepage assessments

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil / Geology / 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
• Relocation assistance: 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

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 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, 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

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.