Tunnel/Geostructural Engineer-In-Training

Mott MacDonald; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 84,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Mott MacDonald in Vancouver, BC is seeking a Tunnel/Geostructural Engineer-In-Training to join our tunnels team. You will work with our engineers on local, national and global projects.

The role involves analysis, site oversight, modelling, and collaboration across disciplines. A Civil Engineering degree is required with EIT in BC, and 3–5 years of relevant experience; proficiency in PLAXIS, Rocscience, and SAP2000 is expected. Salary range is $84,000–$103,000 CAD.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required; master’s in Geotechnical/Underground is an asset.
• Registration as Engineer-in-Training (EIT) in British Columbia or eligible.
• 3–5 years of relevant tunnel/Geotech project experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist geotechnical, structural, and geostructural analysis for tunnels and underground structures.
• Support site oversight, field reviews, and investigations under senior engineers.
• Develop ground models and engineering parameters to support design and risk evals.
• Prepare calculations, reports, drawings, and specs with guidance.
• Develop numerical models to assess ground behavior and stability.
• Collaborate with civil, structural, environmental, and construction teams.
• Contribute to project planning, scheduling, and quality assurance.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Master’s degree in Geotechnical/Underground Engineering

Tools

PLAXIS

Rocscience

SAP2000

Job description

Location(s): Vancouver, British Columbia, CA

Contract Type: Permanent

Work Pattern: Full Time

Market: Transport

At Mott MacDonald, we trust our brilliant people to do brilliant things in engineering, management, and development services, supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. As one of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves on our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through our network of 20,000+ talented consultants. With sustainability and innovation at the heart of all our sectors in North America, including, Buildings, Energy, Transportation, and Water.

We believe in empowering our people to excel, learn, and grow, offering diverse opportunities to contribute to career-defining work. Join us and be part of a collaborative environment where your ambitions are united with ours, and you can truly shape your story.

We are looking for a talented, motivated, and Tunnel/Geostructural EITto join our Vancouver tunnels team. In this position you will work alongside our tunnel engineers on local, national and global projects.

As a Tunnel/Geostructural Engineer-In-Training, your responsibilities will include:

• Assist in performing geotechnical, structural, geostructural analysis and design for tunnels, shafts, excavations, retaining structures, and other underground or ground-structure interaction systems
• Support site oversight, field reviews, site investigation activities under the guidance of senior engineers
• Support interpretation of geotechnical data, develop ground models, and establishment of engineering parameters to support design and risk evaluations
• Complete engineering calculations, design reports, drawings, and technical specifications in accordance with applicable codes and standards under the guidance of senior engineers
• Develop numerical models (e.g., finite element or finite difference) to assess ground behavior, soil–structure interaction, deformation, and stability
• Collaborate with other disciplines such as civil, structural, environmental, and construction teams to develop and coordinate design inputs
• Contribute to project planning, scheduling, and quality assurance activities to ensure effective and timely delivery of design packages
• Assist with proposal preparation, scope definition, and the development of engineering cost estimates, as required

The successful candidate must have the following qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with focus on Structural Engineering; a master’s degree in Geotechnical, Structural, or Underground Engineering is considered an asset
• Registered or eligible for registration as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) in British Columbia
• Ability to obtain professional registration in upcoming years
• 3-5 years of relevant project experience in Structural/Geotechnical engineering design for tunnels, shafts and other underground structures
• Proficiency in engineering analysis software such as PLAXIS, Rocscience, SAP2000, or similar computational tools
• Good understanding of soil mechanics and soil-structure interaction principles, with a demonstrated interest in developing expertise across both disciplines, will be an asset
• Good written and verbal communication, with excellent problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Enthusiasm for working on complex infrastructure projects and learning from industry leaders

At Mott MacDonald, o ur employees have a stake and a voice in our business, providing them with a direct connection to our success through our personal and group performance bonuses.

Multiple factors such as qualifications, overall experience and position responsibilities will be used to determine the successful candidate's actual salary within the expected range.

The expected salary range for this position is from $84,000 - $103,000.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Collaboration at Our Core

At Mott MacDonald, we believe great ideas happen when we're together. Our hybrid approach centers on an in-office culture, with most of your time spent collaborating face-to-face and a minimum of three days per week in the office. We balance flexibility with connection, so you and your manager can choose how to meet client, team, and personal commitments.

We seek to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.