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Geotechnical EIT

  • Toronto, ON, Canada

$59,500 to $75,000 USD / year · Full-time

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Pay
$59,500 to $75,000 USD / year
Job type
Full-time
Experience
Up to 2 years’ experience in geotechnical engineering.
Posting language
English
Posted

Original job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

Start your Jacobs career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow.

We are seeking a Geotechnical EIT to support our team here in Toronto. You’ll have the opportunity to follow projects from concept through the construction phase. You’ll have the opportunity to gain valuable experience with design assignments in foundation engineering, soil mechanics, earth retaining structures, and seismic design, and ground improvement which will contribute to your success as you grow your career.

As a Geotechnical EIT, you’ll have the chance to perform a variety of geotechnical field investigation and engineering analysis and reporting and design work for geotechnical and tunnel projects. Working with other members of the team, you’ll perform routine aspects of engineering assignments requiring knowledge and application of geotechnical engineering principles.

You will use prescribing methods, as well as perform specific and limited portions of engineering assignments. If you’re up for the challenge, we’ve been looking for someone just like you. Join our team and help us lay the foundation for human progress.

Here's what you'll need

  • BS or MS (preferred) graduate of geological engineering/geotechnical engineering program.
  • Up to 2 years’ experience in geotechnical engineering.
  • Geotechnical field investigation experience.
  • EIT or Eligibility for Professional Engineer Licensing (P.Eng.) in future.
  • Knowledge of geotechnical design software programs such as Slope/W, Seep/W, gINT, LPile, APile, PLAXIS, Open Ground, Settle3D, SHAKE, and FLAC.


You’ll also need

  • The incumbent has basic knowledge of concepts, principles, and theories in geological engineering/geotechnical discipline, including soil mechanics.
  • Experience in geotechnical site investigation including permitting, various types of drilling, and laboratory test assignments are preferred
  • Must have flexibility to include travel for assignments
  • Must be proactive and ready for site investigation assignments
  • Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills (English)


Posted Salary Range Minimum

59,500.00

Posted Salary Range Upper

75,000.00

The base salary range for this position is $59,500.00 to $75,000.00. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across Ontario, Canada locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

At Jacobs, we use AI-driven recruitment to match top talent with opportunity - however, human connection and fairness remain at the heart of every hiring decision.

Jacobs welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request an accommodation, please select here.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.
More about this job

Responsibilities

The Geotechnical EIT will perform field investigations, engineering analysis, and design work for geotechnical and tunnel projects. They will support projects from the concept phase through construction, applying geotechnical engineering principles to various assignments.

Requirements

Candidates need a degree in geological or geotechnical engineering and up to 2 years of experience, including field investigation work. Eligibility for P.Eng. licensing and proficiency in geotechnical design software like PLAXIS or Slope/W are required.

Skills

  • Foundation Engineering
  • Soil Mechanics
  • Earth Retaining Structures
  • Seismic Design
  • Ground Improvement
  • Geotechnical Field Investigation
  • Engineering Analysis
  • Reporting
  • Geotechnical Design Software
  • Permitting
  • Drilling
  • Laboratory Test Assignments
  • Verbal Communication
  • Written Communication

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Categories

  • Engineering
  • Construction
  • Consulting
  • Science & Research

Keywords

  • Geotechnical Engineering
  • Geological Engineering
  • Slope/W
  • Seep/W
  • gINT
  • LPile
  • APile
  • PLAXIS
  • Open Ground
  • Settle3D
  • SHAKE
  • FLAC
  • Soil Mechanics
  • Foundation Engineering
  • Seismic Design
  • Tunnel Projects
  • P.Eng.
  • EIT
  • Site Investigation
  • Ground Improvement

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