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Junior Geotechnical or Geological Engineer (2026110610)
Thurber Engineering Ltd.
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
Thurber has an exciting opportunity for a Junior Geotechnical / Geological Engineer to join our team in Calgary, Alberta.
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Intermediate to Senior Geotechnical Engineer or Geoscientist - Geohazards (2026110627)
Thurber Engineering Ltd.
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
Completion of a post-secondary program in Civil or Geological Engineering, Engineering Geology, or Geoscience;
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Intermediate to Senior Geotechnical Engineer (2026110676)
Thurber Engineering Ltd.
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
Completion of a post-secondary program in Civil or Geological Engineering;
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Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer
BBA
Calgary, AB
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Senior Geotechnical Engineer
BBA
Calgary, AB
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Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer
BBA
Calgary, AB
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Senior Geotechnical Engineer
BBA
Calgary, AB
engineers to deliver these projects, while also driving the business
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Senior Mining Geotechnical Engineer/ Ingénieur géotechnique minier principal
Arcadis
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
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GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEER
Leading Edge
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
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Geotechnical Engineer
AECOM
Calgary, AB
- $110,000 to $160,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
- Hybrid
…become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects…
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Associate Technical Consultant, Geotechnical Engineer
Worley
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
Plan and oversee geological and geotechnical investigation programs, including site reconnaissance, drilling, rock coring, advanced laboratory testing, interpretation and site…
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Principal Technical Consultant, Geotechnical Engineer - Oil Sands
Worley
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
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Principal Geotechnical Engineer, P.Eng. – Tailings and Dams
Worley
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
Plan and oversee geological and geotechnical investigation programs, including site reconnaissance, drilling, rock coring, advanced laboratory testing, interpretation and site…
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Associate Technical Consultant, Geotechnical Engineer
Worley
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
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Principal Geotechnical Engineer
Proven
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
Recruit, build, and lead the Vancouver geotechnical team, from engineers and technologists to emerging professionals.
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Principal Geotechnical Engineer
PRI Consultants
Calgary, AB
- $173,000 to $237,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
Recruit, build, and lead the Vancouver geotechnical team, from engineers and technologists to emerging professionals.
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Junior Geotechnical Engineer
Clifton
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
Clifton is currently searching for Junior Geotechnical Engineers to join our Earth Sciences practice team in our Calgary, Alberta location. In this role, you will work with a dynamic group…
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Civil Geotechnical Engineer - (P.Eng.)
AGAT Laboratories
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
The successful candidate must hold a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation
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Geotechnical Engineer
Okane Consultants
Calgary, AB
- $92,000 to $125,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
- A Bachelor’s degree or post-graduate degree in Geotechnical (Civil or Geological) Engineering or similar discipline is required along with a minimum of six (6) years professional…
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Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer
Okane Consultants
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
- A Bachelor’s degree or post-graduate degree in Geotechnical (Civil or Geological) Engineering or similar discipline is required along with a minimum of six (6) years professional…
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Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer
PRI Consultants
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
…take on your own scopes of work under the guidance of senior engineers, and grow into leading projects and sealing your own work over…
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Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer
PRI Engineering
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
…take on your own scopes of work under the guidance of senior engineers, and grow into leading projects and sealing your own work over…
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Graduate Technical Consultant, Geotechnical Engineer
Worley
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
Worley Consulting is hiring 3–5 Graduate Geotechnical Engineers across Calgary, Alberta; Markham, Ontario; and Vancouver, British Columbia.
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Geotechnical Engineer-in-Training (Hybrid)
Barr
Calgary, AB
- $70,000 to $85,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
This position can be based in either Barr's Calgary or Saskatoon office, with the expectation of visiting the Barr office at least once per month
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Geotechnical Engineer - Mid Level (Hybrid)
Barr
Calgary, AB
- $86,000 to $100,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
This position can be based in either our Calgary or Saskatoon office, with the expectation of visiting the Barr office at least once per month · Professional licensure: Must have P.Eng license or ability and willingness to obtain one

Worley

Associate Technical Consultant, Geotechnical Engineer

Oakville, ON, Canada
Markham, ON, Canada
Vancouver, BC, Canada
Calgary, AB, Canada

For applicants based in the province of British Columbia, the salary range is $156,456 to $230,083. · Full-time

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Job details

Pay: For applicants based in the province of British Columbia, the salary range is $156,456 to $230,083.
Job type: Full-time
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 12, 2026

Original job description

Principal Geotechnical Engineer, P.Eng. – Tailings and Dams

Calgary, AB, Vancouver, BC, Toronto, ON

Worley Consulting, the specialist consulting business of Worley, provides technical and advisory solutions across the energy, resources and infrastructure sectors. We deliver safe, high-quality work throughout the project lifecycle and seek experienced professionals who share our commitment to technical excellence, client service and sustainable project outcomes.

Purpose of the role

The Principal Geotechnical Engineer – Tailings and Dams will provide senior technical and project leadership for geotechnical engineering associated with mine tailings facilities, earth dams, water-retaining structures and related mining infrastructure. You will influence projects from pre-feasibility and site investigation through detailed design, construction and ongoing engineering support, delivering solutions that balance safety, technical performance, risk, constructability and commercial objectives.

As a senior member of the Geoscience Practice, you will strengthen customer relationships, contribute to regional and global geoscience strategies, identify and secure new opportunities, guide multidisciplinary project teams and develop emerging technical talent.

Location

Calgary, Alberta, Vancouver, British Columbia, Toronto, Ontario

You will be responsible for:

Lead geotechnical engineering delivery for complex mining, tailings and dam projects, providing technical direction across the project lifecycle.
Serve as a senior technical authority for tailings facilities, earth dams, water-retaining structures and associated mine infrastructure, providing practical solutions to complex geotechnical challenges.
Plan and oversee geological and geotechnical investigation programs, including site reconnaissance, drilling, rock coring, advanced laboratory testing, interpretation and site characterization.
Develop engineering solutions and tailings strategies that balance safety, technical performance, constructability, environmental considerations, project risk and commercial objectives.
Lead geotechnical projects and technical workstreams, maintaining alignment with scope, schedule, budget, quality and customer expectations.
Build trusted customer relationships through technical leadership, client meetings, workshops and industry-facing presentations, clearly communicating complex geotechnical risks and recommendations.
Drive business development and strategic pursuits by identifying opportunities, supporting major bids and leading technical input for proposals, presentations, negotiations, schedules and engineering or capital cost estimates.
Collaborate with geotechnical, geological, mining, environmental and multidisciplinary engineering professionals across Worley to deliver integrated solutions for complex mining and infrastructure challenges.
Champion Worley’s commitment to zero harm by integrating health, safety and environmental considerations into technical decisions, field programs and project delivery.
Mentor and develop junior and intermediate professionals while contributing to technical quality, knowledge sharing, practice development and the broader Geoscience strategy.

What you’ll bring to the role:

Required qualifications and experience

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline from an accredited institution, or equivalent.
Registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with APEGA and/or Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia (EGBC) or Ontario (PEO), as applicable.
15 or more years of progressive geotechnical engineering experience, with substantial experience supporting mining and related infrastructure projects.
Deep technical expertise in mine tailings facilities, mining geotechnics, mine infrastructure, earth dams and water-retaining structures, including slope and dam stability, seepage, seismic response, liquefaction assessment and geotechnical risk.
Demonstrated capability to lead and supervise geotechnical engineering across the project lifecycle, from field investigation and interpretation through design, construction support and technical reporting.
Proven success in business development and winning work, including major pursuits, proposal development, bid support and engineering or capital cost estimates.
Strong project leadership capabilities, with the ability to manage scope, schedule, budget, resources, technical quality and project risk.
Established success building customer relationships and communicating complex technical information clearly and professionally.
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English, supported by effective organizational and time management capabilities.
Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor and collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary and geographically distributed teams.

Preferred assets

Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering or closely related discipline.
Experience serving as a lead on major mining, tailings, dam or multidisciplinary engineering projects.
Experience supporting international mining or tailings projects across multiple regulatory and geographic environments.
Working knowledge of industry-standard project planning and cost management systems and ISO 9001-aligned quality management systems.

Compensation

For applicants based in the province of British Columbia, the salary range is $156,456 to $230,083.

Application of the pay band: Variation in salary is determined by factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.

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Bring your expertise in tailings, dams and mining geotechnics to a role where you can influence complex projects, build trusted customer relationships and help develop the next generation of technical talent.

Join Worley Consulting and help deliver practical, high-quality solutions that strengthen the safety, resilience and long-term performance of critical mining and water-retaining infrastructure.

About Us

Worley is a global company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets. We specialize in consulting, engineering, procurement and construction across the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning. Leveraging extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery, we support customers in navigating complexity as they meet today’s needs and transition to more sustainable solutions. Join us and help drive innovation and sustainability in our projects.

Moving forward together

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation. We’re building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard.

And we’re not just talking about it; we’re doing it. We’re reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today’s low carbon energy infrastructure and technology. Whatever your ambition, there’s a path for you here. And there’s no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.

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Responsibilities

Lead geotechnical engineering delivery for complex mining, tailings, and dam projects while providing senior technical authority across the project lifecycle. Drive business development, mentor junior staff, and ensure technical quality and safety standards are met throughout project execution.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering and P.Eng. registration in Canada. Candidates must have 15+ years of progressive experience in mining geotechnics, tailings facilities, and earth dams.

Skills

Geotechnical Engineering
Tailings Management
Dam Stability
Mining Infrastructure
Project Leadership
Business Development
Site Investigation
Seismic Response
Liquefaction Assessment
Technical Mentorship
Risk Management
Slope Stability
Seepage Analysis
Proposal Development
Engineering Design

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Keywords

Geotechnical Engineering
Tailings
Dams
Mining
P.Eng.
APEGA
EGBC
PEO
Slope Stability
Seepage
Seismic Response
Liquefaction
Site Characterization
Project Lifecycle
Business Development
Worley Consulting
Geoscience
Infrastructure
Risk Assessment
Construction Support
Technical Leadership
Multidisciplinary Teams
ISO 9001
Environmental Considerations
Health and Safety
Capital Cost Estimates
Proposal Development
Earth Dams
Water-retaining Structures
Mentorship

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