Engineering & architecture jobs in Canada

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Counted Oct 3, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 4,635
Employers: 1,446

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / year: $103,989Across 633 listings
Average starting payCAD / hour: $47.90Across 54 listings
Average starting payUSD / year: $126,788Across 29 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: 2%107 listings
Hybrid: 37%1,704 listings
On-site: 61%2,817 listings

Not specified: <1% (7 listings)

Employers hiring include WSP in Canada (263), Stantec (137), AtkinsRéalis (132).

Sources & calculation notes

These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

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Stantec

Senior Geotechnical Engineer (Mining)

Laval, QC, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Oct 5, 2026
Experience: Minimum of 15 years of geotechnical experience in the mining industry
Posting language: English · French
Posted: Aug 20, 2026

Original job description

English section of this bilingual listing.

Join our team and discover the opportunities that await.

Stantec is seeking an engineer specializing in mine tailings management to support the growth of the Tailings and Mine Waste department in Montréal. This strategic position requires strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and a solid understanding of the Canadian mining sector.

Key responsibilities

Infrastructure Design and Management

Design and plan tailings storage facilities (TSFs), waste rock storage facilities (WRSFs), and water management systems, including dikes and containment structures, in compliance with applicable standards.
Conduct risk assessments, dam safety reviews, and inspections; analyze structural performance and recommend optimization measures.
Contribute to the development of closure and reclamation plans in accordance with regulatory requirements.
Oversee the preparation and review of technical documentation, provide support to field teams, and collaborate closely with related disciplines.

Technical Deliverables and Documentation

Prepare and contribute to the production of comprehensive, rigorous, and high-quality engineering reports that meet technical and regulatory requirements.
Produce technical deliverables adapted to the various study phases (Concept, PEA, PFS, FS, and detailed engineering).
Draft technical memoranda, design criteria, and detailed stability analyses, ensuring clarity, consistency, and traceability of assumptions and results.

If you see yourself in this role, apply today or contact Benjamin Ponchon, your recruiter, on LinkedIn for more information.

Your background

Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical specialization
PhD in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical specialization (an asset)
Member in good standing of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ)
Minimum of 15 years of geotechnical experience in the mining industry

Technical Experience

Significant experience in the design, stability analysis, and management of tailings storage facilities (TSFs), waste rock dumps, and associated containment structures.
Strong expertise in geotechnical characterization of mining materials, dam and dike design, and stability analysis of structures.
Solid understanding of mining operations and tailings management, with proven experience in an engineering consulting environment.

Technical Skills

Required software: Proficiency with essential geotechnical tools, including GEO‑SLOPE (SLOPE/W, SEEP/W), PLAXIS or RS2, and AutoCAD.
Additional tools (asset): Experience with FLAC and computational or programming environments such as MATLAB or Python.

Interpersonal Skills

Excellent communication skills in both French and English, with strong teaching abilities and proven effectiveness in multidisciplinary and multicultural teams.
Strong critical and analytical thinking, with a demonstrated ability to make sound technical decisions in a timely manner.

Your keys to success

Experience working in the mining industry, including participation in mine closure and site rehabilitation projects.
Demonstrated technical contributions through publications or presentations, supported by additional professional certifications.

\#MiES2026

Read the full bilingual original

Build the foundation for a successful career in geotechnical engineering with a great team. When we say we’re full-service, we mean it. You’ll find us in the office, on site, and in the lab. We work in and outdoors, above and below ground, over and under water, on projects large and small. From field exploration and lab testing to designing and managing the construction of complex geotechnical structures, our team does rock-solid work.

Join our team and discover the opportunities that await.

Stantec is seeking an engineer specializing in mine tailings management to support the growth of the Tailings and Mine Waste department in Montréal. This strategic position requires strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and a solid understanding of the Canadian mining sector.

Key responsibilities

Infrastructure Design and Management

Design and plan tailings storage facilities (TSFs), waste rock storage facilities (WRSFs), and water management systems, including dikes and containment structures, in compliance with applicable standards.
Conduct risk assessments, dam safety reviews, and inspections; analyze structural performance and recommend optimization measures.
Contribute to the development of closure and reclamation plans in accordance with regulatory requirements.
Oversee the preparation and review of technical documentation, provide support to field teams, and collaborate closely with related disciplines.

Technical Deliverables and Documentation

Prepare and contribute to the production of comprehensive, rigorous, and high-quality engineering reports that meet technical and regulatory requirements.
Produce technical deliverables adapted to the various study phases (Concept, PEA, PFS, FS, and detailed engineering).
Draft technical memoranda, design criteria, and detailed stability analyses, ensuring clarity, consistency, and traceability of assumptions and results.

If you see yourself in this role, apply today or contact Benjamin Ponchon, your recruiter, on LinkedIn for more information.

Your background

Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical specialization
PhD in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical specialization (an asset)
Member in good standing of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ)
Minimum of 15 years of geotechnical experience in the mining industry

Technical Experience

Significant experience in the design, stability analysis, and management of tailings storage facilities (TSFs), waste rock dumps, and associated containment structures.
Strong expertise in geotechnical characterization of mining materials, dam and dike design, and stability analysis of structures.
Solid understanding of mining operations and tailings management, with proven experience in an engineering consulting environment.

Technical Skills

Required software: Proficiency with essential geotechnical tools, including GEO‑SLOPE (SLOPE/W, SEEP/W), PLAXIS or RS2, and AutoCAD.
Additional tools (asset): Experience with FLAC and computational or programming environments such as MATLAB or Python.

Interpersonal Skills

Excellent communication skills in both French and English, with strong teaching abilities and proven effectiveness in multidisciplinary and multicultural teams.
Strong critical and analytical thinking, with a demonstrated ability to make sound technical decisions in a timely manner.

Your keys to success

Experience working in the mining industry, including participation in mine closure and site rehabilitation projects.
Demonstrated technical contributions through publications or presentations, supported by additional professional certifications.

\#MiES2026

Sommaire des avantages sociaux: Avantages sociaux au Canada : Les employés à temps partiel et à temps plein auront accès aux avantages sociaux suivants : régimes de soins de santé, de soins dentaires et de la vue, programme de bien-être, comptes de crédits-santé et de mieux-être, régime enregistré d’épargne-retraite collectif, régime d’actionnariat des employés, compte d’épargne libre d’impôt (CELI) collectif, assurance vie et assurance décès ou mutilation accidentels (DMA), régimes d’assurance invalidité de courte et de longue durée, assistance-voyage en cas d’urgence, remboursement des frais de scolarité, couverture des frais d’adhésion à des associations professionnelles et congés payés.

Les employés temporaires ou occasionnels auront accès aux avantages sociaux suivants : régime enregistré d’épargne-retraite collectif, régime d’actionnariat des employés et compte d’épargne libre d’impôt collectif.

Primary Location: Canada | QC | Laval

Other Locations: Canada | QC | Saint-Laurent

Organization: 1216 EnvSvcs-CA GeoTech East-Laval QC

Employee Status: Regular

Business Justification: New Position

Travel: No

Schedule: Full time

Job Posting: 26/02/2026 08:02:57

Req ID: 1004503

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More about this job

Responsibilities

Design and manage tailings storage facilities, waste rock storage, and water management systems while conducting risk assessments and dam safety reviews. Produce high-quality technical deliverables and engineering reports across various study phases from concept to detailed engineering.

Requirements

Requires a Master's or PhD in Civil Engineering with a geotechnical specialization and membership in the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec. Candidates must have at least 15 years of geotechnical experience in the mining industry and proficiency in tools like GEO-SLOPE and PLAXIS.

Skills

Tailings Storage Facility Design
Waste Rock Storage Facility Design
Geotechnical Stability Analysis
Risk Assessment
Dam Safety Reviews
Mine Closure Planning
Geo-Slope
Plaxis
RS2
AutoCAD
Flac
Matlab
Python
Geotechnical Characterization
Water Management Systems
Technical Reporting

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Wellness Program
Health and Wellness Credit Accounts
Employee Share Ownership Plan
Group Tax-Free Savings Account
Life Insurance
Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
Short-term Disability Insurance
Long-term Disability Insurance
Emergency Travel Assistance
Tuition Reimbursement
Professional Association Fee Coverage
Paid Time Off

Visa sponsorship

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Hiring contact

Benjamin Ponchon

Keywords

Geotechnical Engineering
Mining
Tailings Management
Mine Waste
TSF
WRSF
Dam Safety
Closure and Reclamation
Geo-Slope
Slope/W
Seep/W
Plaxis
RS2
AutoCAD
Flac
Matlab
Python
OIQ
Stability Analysis
Containment Structures
PEA
PFS
FS
Detailed Engineering
Geotechnical Characterization
Mining Operations
Engineering Consulting

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