Intermediate Associate, Geotechnical

Intermediate Associate, Geotechnical

Toronto, ON

30 Forensic Engineering is one of Canada’s largest and most respected multi-disciplinary forensic firms. Our core team of 100 professional investigators, engineering technicians, and support staff is enhanced through relationships with some of the top scientists, standard-makers, and specialized consultants in North America. We serve a wide range of industries including Insurance, Manufacturing, Legal, Construction, Health Care, Commercial and Residential Property, Financial, Government, Hospitality, Mining, Renewable Energy, and Transportation.

If you want to be part of a dynamic, growing firm and contribute your skills, knowledge, and expertise to our diverse team of professionals, we’d like to hear from you.

Purpose:

The Geotechnical Engineer (Intermediate Associate) will report directly into the Senior Vice President & Practice Lead, Materials Failure, collaborating with other subject matter experts to consult with clients; perform examinations, testing, and analysis; and prepare engineering reports and findings in a clear, concise, efficient and professional manner.

Role responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):

• Provide technical leadership in geotechnical-related investigations, projects, and tasks, on both a national and international scale including the development and implementation of desk study and field investigations
• Participate with other -30- Forensic Engineering staff in business development, as well as the promotion of advancing market growth opportunities
• Investigate geotechnical, mining and heavy civil infrastructure failures with a specific focus on foundations, slopes, excavations and cuts, earth retaining systems and contamination.
• Perform site examinations relating to loss/failure
• Effectively communicate investigation and analysis findings to clients and others within boardrooms, during mediations, and trials
• Review plans and specifications to determine whether they meet relevant guidelines, codes, and other regulations
• Assist in developing and preparing engineering drawings and simulations from field measurements, sketches, engineering calculations, specification sheets, and other data
• Prepare technical reports based upon sound investigations and analysis
• Manage projects according to client-approved scopes of work, and deliver high-quality reports on time and within budget
• Work towards providing expert testimony in court
• Mentoring and/or direction of more junior staff on investigation assignments
• Start to develop and grow existing client base
• Participation in industry events and seminars
• Develop an understanding of the core values of the firm and familiarization with the strategic plan
• Perform additional duties as required

Requirements

• Advanced degree (Ph.D or M.Sc.) in Geotechnical Engineering
• A minimum 4 years of experience (post-degree) working in a consulting engineering environment at an intermediate project management level. Exposure to international projects is considered a strong asset.
• Must have Professional Engineer licensing in Ontario (P.Eng).
• Heavy civil infrastructure, mining, and land development experience
• A sound base in the application of geotechnical engineering (earth retaining systems, foundations, excavations, slopes) to problem solving. Ideally, the successful candidate will have exposure to tailings dam design and build, soil solidification, engineering containment and subsurface barriers.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle
• Excellent technical writing skills are a must
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients
• Good presentation skills are an asset
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Also required is fluency in multiple languages due to the international nature of this role

Competencies and Attributes:

• Ability to manage projects
• Strong organizational skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize and multitask
• Self-motivated and ability to self-manage
• Capacity for learning
• Capability to work independently and in a team
• Ability to communicate effectively – both oral and written
• Proficient in learning new computer applications
• Thorough and results-oriented
• Excellent teamwork skills
• Flexibility

Our Mission:

We are problem solvers. Together, our passionate and diverse professionals are relentless in their pursuit of the truth. We bring clarity to complex scientific problems to help our clients make decisions with confidence.

How we work:

Our corporate philosophy is based on providing an unparalleled combination of technical excellence, powerful reporting, and professional service. That, combined with our commitment to ethical practice, has quickly established us as the preeminent forensic firm in Canada servicing the legal and insurance industries. The firm is progressive in its management practices and is committed to implement systems and protocols that will support ongoing growth.

Our Process:

30 Forensic Engineering is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an accessible recruitment process. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of gender identity or expression, race, ethnic origin, creed, place of origin, age, sex, marital status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, and any other category protected by law. Upon request we will provide accommodation for applicants with disabilities.

We believe in diversity and inclusivity and that is why our interview process is designed for a positive candidate experience and to ensure every candidate is evaluated equally. All applications will be reviewed from our Talent Team and the successful candidate(s) will go through the following recruitment process:

1. Recruiter Phone Interview
2. Hiring Manager(s) Interview
3. Team Interview

We thank all candidates for their interest however, only those qualified for the position will be contacted.