Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct all types of geotechnical and geo-environmental projects, including organizing field investigations, interpreting results, making engineering decisions and judgments and writing technical reports
• Work on or manage projects of various sizes providing not only technical input, but also mentorship and support to junior staff
• Undertake analysis and modeling of geotechnical designs
• Expected types of projects are: slope stability projects (local and regional), mining projects (closure, tailings dams), foundation investigations, construction oversight, project management, etc.
• Liaise with other offices to provide growth opportunities and gain additional mentoring and assistance from senior staff. In this regard, there will be opportunities to work with other offices, where assistance is required and where the local workload permits
• Contribute to the proposal process and liaise with clients as required
• Work with and assist the materials testing department where geotechnical engineering assistance is required
• Undertake self-development through training or course attendance
• Preparation of technical reports to a high standard
• Supervision and coordination of field programs
• Completion of a Bachelor's degree in Civil (Geotechnical) or Geological Engineering from an accredited institution
• Postgraduate degree (Master’s or Ph.D) in Geotechnical Engineering would be an asset
• Minimum of 5 years of practical engineering experience relevant to a variety of projects. Experience working with Engineering Consultants is preferred, but not necessarily required
• Registration (or eligible for immediate registration) as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng) with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Manitoba (APEGM)
• Strong written and oral communication (English) skills with strong skills in report writing and proposal writing.
• Strong leadership skills with a genuine desire to mentor and develop individuals and teams
• Unrestricted Class 5 Driver's License that is valid in the province of Manitoba
• Desire to provide excellent practical client service and a commitment to technical excellence