Junior Geotechnical Engineer

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Junior Geotechnical Engineer

Are you looking for a company that works on major engineering projects all over the world? Do you want to make a difference by improving the daily lives of communities worldwide? Are you seeking to join an inclusive and diverse team that you can truly count on? You’ve come to the right place!  

Location – Vancouver, BC

Your role within the team:

To perform this role successfully, the candidate will be responsible for but not limited to the following:

• Coordination and execution of field programs, including intrusive investigations such as drilling and test pitting, locate requests, road permit applications, etc.
• Complete installation of geotechnical instrumentation including standpipe piezometers, vibrating wire piezometers, and slope inclinometers.
• Supervision of subcontractors and subconsultants during project execution.
• Preparation of technical reports, including documentation of field activities and methods; evaluation and interpretation of field observations, laboratory analytical data, geological/ hydrogeological conditions; and preparation of conclusions and recommendations.
• Maintaining current knowledge of applicable provincial and federal environmental regulations and technical guidance.
• Communicate effectively with other staff within the BC team.
• Contribute to the development of competitive proposals and work plans.
• Understand materials testing objectives to support geotechnical investigation and design recommendations.
• Provide guidance and troubleshooting for geotechnical quality control testing and performance of earthworks.
• Some projects and sites may be in other parts of the province, and you may be required to travel for site inspections, site investigations and construction projects.

Why choose AtkinsRéalis as an employer?

Because we offer:

• The opportunity to work on various major projects for internal and external clients.
• An exciting environment where work-life balance is important.
• A wide array of learning and development opportunities.
• Competitive pay, flexible benefits, an employee share plan, and a defined contribution pension plan.
• A work environment focused on health and safety.

The ideal candidate:

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in civil engineering, geotechnical engineering, geoscience, or science.
• Eligible for registration as an Engineer-in-Training or Geoscientist-in-Training.
• At least two (2) years of relevant industry experience, since graduation, in geotechnical engineering experience in British Columbia.
• Proven experience in field project execution, supervision and coordination of subcontractors, data management, data review and interpretation, technical report writing.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral) combined with positive team‑oriented attitude.
• Highly organized and detail oriented.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driver abstract.
• Must be able and willing to travel for project work away from the home office.

Are you up for this challenge? Apply today and join our team to help engineer a Better Future for our Planet and its People.

At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds, and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion, or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.  
 

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At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.