Junior Geotechnical Engineer

BBA Consultants; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group insurance plan from the first  日

Retirement savings plan

Annual vacation and sick leave

Onsite mobility premium

Custom training and development plans

Cellphone fee reimbursements

Job summary

Junior Geotechnical Engineer in Lakewood, CO is sought to provide geotechnical engineering services, perform site investigations, analysis, design, and construction support as part of project teams on U.S. and potentially international sites.

The role involves supervision of investigations, lab testing, analysis (slope stability, seepage, rock mechanics), and collaboration with clients and multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in geotechnical-related engineering.
• EIT eligibility or FE exam within 1 year of starting.
• 1–3 years of geotechnical experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to travel to project sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead geotechnical site investigations and supervise activities.
• Review and supervise construction activities related to geotechnical work.
• Perform geotechnical analyses (slope stability, seepage, deformation).
• Apply rock mechanics concepts to field mapping and reinforcement design.
• Plan instrumentation, monitor, and report results.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and clients; participate in proposals.

Skills

Geotechnical site investigations

Written and verbal communication

Team collaboration

Self-directed learning

Travel willingness

Education

B.Sc./M.Sc. in geotechnical/geological/civil engineering

EIT eligible or FE exam within 1 year

Tools

SLOPE/W

SEEP/W

Rocscience software suite

FLAC

Job description

Junior Geotechnical Engineer

Lakewood, CO, United States

Type of position: Regular

Your future role on the team...

The successful incumbent will provide geotechnical engineering services and task execution, and be responsible for performing geotechnical site investigation, analysis, design, and construction support services, within the context of overall project execution objectives.

In particular, responsibilities will be supervised including the following:

• Technical management and direction of geotechnical site investigations, supervision of investigation activities, laboratory materials testing and preparing technical reports
• Review and supervision of civil/geotechnical related construction activities
• Geotechnical engineering analysis including slope stability, seepage and deformation analysis
• Rock Mechanics applications, including field mapping, geotechnical core logging, rock mass characterization, rock stability assessment, and reinforcement design
• Geotechnical instrumentation planning, installation supervision, monitoring and reporting of results
• Participating in multidisciplinary project teams, including ensuring the technical quality of deliverables
• Collaborating and participating in technical discussions with team members and clients
• Participate in proposal efforts
• Travel to project sites within the U.S and potentially internationally

Do your qualities and values match our corporate culture?

• Client-oriented
• Adaptable
• Ability to maintain positive peer relationships
• Ability to learn new skills through direct instruction and on your own (self-directed)
• Results-oriented
• Business acumen (internal/external entrepreneurship)

Summary of certifications and jobrequirements

• B.Sc. or Master’s Degree in Mining Engineering, Geological Engineering, or Civil Engineering with a focus in geotechnical engineering is required
• Registered as an Engineer-in-training (EIT) or eligible to take the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam within one year of starting
• 1 - 3 years of relevant professional geotechnical engineering experience
• Strong academic background and solid understanding of soil and rock mechanics
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, technical writing experience as well as presentation skills is a must
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with a team
• Ability and willingness to travel to project sites
• Asset: Bilingual in English, Spanish, and/or French
• Asset: Familiarity with geotechnical design software: SLOPE/W, SEEP/W, Rocscience software suite, FLAC, and other geotechnical software

An overview of BBA’s total rewards

• Annual base salary
• Annual premium program for regular employees
• Onsite mobility premium
• Time bank
• Cellphone fee reimbursements
• Group insurance plan from the first day of employment, including disability insurance and a telemedicine program
• Retirement savings plan
• Annual vacation and sick leave
• Premium for employee referrals

BBA considers many factors when determining the annual base salary, including market, education, relevant and demonstrated workexperience, technical assessment, qualifications, certifications and other relevant skills.

At BBA, you get many benefits:

• Interesting growth opportunities to match your ambitions
• A caring environment where everyone’s ideas are listened to and there is no perception of hierarchy
• A collaborative team that shares its ideas and knowledge
• Opportunity for site work: an amazing career accelerator!
• Participation in our firm’s major projects up to 2030:
• BBA’s carbon neutrality
• 30% of women on our team
• and much more!
• Custom training and development plans

About BBA

BBA is one of Canada’s leading private consulting engineering firms, with over 45 years of experience serving the energy and natural resources industry.

Our people are the foundation of our success. Their passion and excellence have earned us recognition as one of Canada’s Best Employers and Best Managed Companies , and we’re committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels empowered to grow, lead and be themselves.

Our teams bring together engineering, environmental and commissioning expertise to deliver practical, innovative and sustainable solutions—from strategy to execution. With 20 offices across Canada, the U.S. and Latin America, we combine local presence with international reach, offering clients close collaboration and field-ready support.

Learn more about our culture and projects on LinkedIn or connect with our talent team.