Senior Geotechnical Engineer
- AB, Canada
- Edmonton, AB, Canada
Full-time
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- Job type
- Full-time
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- A minimum of 12 years of relevant geotechnical engineering and foundation design experience.
- Posting language
- English
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Original job description
The Opportunity
Tetra Tech is adding a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to our Arctic Engineering team based in Edmonton, AB .
Why Tetra Tech
At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science™ to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 500 million lives around the world.
Your Impact
Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.
Your Role
The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
LinkedIn: @TetraTechCareers
X (Twitter): @TetraTechJobs
Additional Information
Tetra Tech is adding a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to our Arctic Engineering team based in Edmonton, AB .
Why Tetra Tech
At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science™ to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 500 million lives around the world.
Your Impact
Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.
Your Role
- Developing sound technical solutions to assist in the design and evaluation of challenging geotechnical applications, particularly in permafrost environments and with a soil mechanics focus.
- Preparing technical letters and reports and participating in proposal development.
- Supervising and mentoring junior staff members.
- Planning resources, schedules, and managing projects to be on budget and on time.
- Communicating with coworkers, clients, and sub consultants.
- Collecting and analyzing geotechnical and permafrost information.
- Reviewing reports prepared by junior staff and preparing geotechnical evaluation reports including recommendations and site development in permafrost environments.
- Participating in design of civil earthwork structures and development of construction specifications.
- Planning and supervising geotechnical investigations.
- Evaluating geologic conditions and geotechnical characteristics for assessment and design of shallow and deep foundations, retaining structures and earth structures.
- Conducting and reviewing slope stability and embankment assessments and completing associated designs.
- Reclamation earthworks design.
- Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
- Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
- Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
- Additional duties as required.
- A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in civil or geological engineering with a preference for a master’s degree in geotechnical engineering.
- A minimum of 12 years of relevant geotechnical engineering and foundation design experience.
- Arctic engineering and permafrost engineering experience is preferred, but not necessary. Experience in geotechnical reconnaissance and site characterization is essential.
- Proven capabilities in planning and supervising geotechnical investigations and in writing reports and technical communications.
- Strong all-round academic knowledge of geotechnical engineering.
- Expertise in foundation engineering.
- Previous experience in site reconnaissance and investigations to assess site suitability for development of infrastructure.
- Experience with engineering design software will be an advantage. Examples include Plaxis, Lpile, GRLWEAP, DYNA, FLAC and Settle 3D.\
- Previous experience using GeoStudio 2007 Products and MS Office is essential.
- Experience or aptitude for proposal writing, client development, working in a team setting to meet timelines and other skills appropriate to consulting.
- Excellent communication skills (both oral and written).
- Some travel will be required in this position throughout Western Canada, and candidates must be prepared to undertake short field assignments possibly lasting up to one week at a time.
- Strong people skills and an ability to work in a multidisciplinary team environment.
- Previous experience leading, mentoring and coaching team members.
- Registered as a Professional Engineer in western or northern Canada.
- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada and possess a valid Alberta Class 5 driver's license (or equivalent).
The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
- Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits, available on day one of employment.
- Overtime is calculated at 1.5 times.
- We have embraced a hybrid culture. We will provide you the tools to work almost anywhere.
- Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
- Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
- Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
- Mentorship with world leading experts in your field.
LinkedIn: @TetraTechCareers
X (Twitter): @TetraTechJobs
Additional Information
- Organization: 704 EGI
More about this job
Responsibilities
Develop and review geotechnical evaluations and designs, including foundations, earth structures, slope stability, embankments, and reclamation earthworks, with particular focus on permafrost environments. Plan and supervise investigations and projects, prepare technical reports and proposals, communicate with clients and colleagues, and mentor junior staff.
Requirements
Requires a bachelor’s degree in civil or geological engineering, at least 12 years of relevant geotechnical engineering and foundation design experience, and professional engineer registration in western or northern Canada; a master’s degree in geotechnical engineering is preferred. Candidates need strong investigation, site characterization, reporting, communication, and team leadership capabilities, experience with GeoStudio 2007 products and MS Office, eligibility to work in Canada, and a valid Alberta Class 5 driver’s license or equivalent.
Skills
- Geotechnical Engineering
- Permafrost Engineering
- Foundation Design
- Geotechnical Investigations
- Site Characterization
- Geotechnical Reconnaissance
- Slope Stability Assessment
- Embankment Assessment And Design
- Civil Earthwork Design
- Reclamation Earthworks Design
- Technical Report Writing
- Project Management
- Proposal Writing
- Staff Mentoring
- Client Communication
- Engineering Design Software
Benefits
- Comprehensive Benefits
- Overtime Pay
- Flexible Work Arrangements
- Work-Life Balance
- Learning And Development Opportunities
- Mentorship
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Categories
- Engineering
- Construction
- Environmental & Sustainability
- Management & Leadership
- Consulting
Keywords
- Geotechnical Engineering
- Arctic Engineering
- Permafrost
- Soil Mechanics
- Foundation Engineering
- Foundation Design
- Site Characterization
- Geotechnical Reconnaissance
- Geotechnical Investigations
- Shallow Foundations
- Deep Foundations
- Retaining Structures
- Earth Structures
- Slope Stability
- Embankment Assessment
- Civil Earthwork Structures
- Reclamation Earthworks
- Construction Specifications
- GeoStudio 2007
- Plaxis
- Lpile
- GRLWEAP
- DYNA
- FLAC
- Settle 3D
- MS Office
- Professional Engineer
- Project Management
- Technical Reports
- Proposal Writing