196 Geotechnical Engineer jobs in Canada

Job Description

Title: Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer, Senior Geotechnical Engineer
Location: Kitchener, Cambridge, Waterloo Area - IN-OFFICE & ON-SITE
Salary: $85,000 - $130,000 (experience dependent)
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About:
Our client is a growing multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm specialized in geo-structural and geotechnical design for excavation projects throughout Ontario. Offering design, monitoring, and project management services to clients, with their team of Engineers and Field Technicians. This is a privately-owned and stable company now looking to add an experienced Geotechnical Engineer to their team.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Design and review project details, inspection and investigation reports, geotechnical instrumentation and earthworks projects.
• Collaborate with coworkers (design and field teams), to ensure project completion from start to finish
• Work closely with involved stakeholders .
• Project management of various ongoing and assigned plans.
• Frequent travel to project sites (within Southwestern Ontario, GTA).
• Ability to oversee borehole drilling, geotechnical assessments.
• Help field team in monitoring and installation of monitoring instruments onsite.
• Creation of investigational geotechnical reports, testing, and specialized foundational projects.
• Conduct onsite activities, inspections.

• Strong knowledge of geotechnical engineering principals and practices. 5-10+ years of overall experience.
• P.Eng designation in Ontario is mandatory.
• Ability to communicate with various stakeholders (field staff, clients, approving municipalities).
• Detail-oriented, thorough, organized, and methodical approach to tasks.
• In-field, instrumentation experience, capability to use equipment for reporting and maintenance tasks.
• Coachability, be open to working with the senior leadership team to improve your game, take advice and implement new strategies.
• College or University education mandatory, Bachelors degree or Diploma mandatory.
• Experience in projects related to shoring (temporary) design, deep excavations, heavy civil.
• Must have a valid license and/or means of transportation to visit project sites.
• AutoCAD, MS Office (Excel).
• Please Note: this role may require work outside of traditional office hours, depending on project expectations.

• Competitive compensation package and benefits (dental, extended healthcare, life insurance, vision)
• Paid time-off/vacation.
• Car allowance/reimbursement.
• Opportunity for long-term career advancement.
• Ability to work beyond the desk, this is a great role for someone who likes variety in their day and likes to socialize with others outside of a traditional office environment.

Job Description

Salary: $100,000-$120,000 annually depending on experience

Company Overview:

Onsite Engineering is a mid-sized consulting engineering and geoscience company with multiple offices across BC. We are a diverse company that provides high quality engineering and geoscience services to government and industry in a professional yet casual work environment.We understand that, as professionals in the engineering field, the work we do builds the places we live, work, and play for generations and we are proud to play our part. We have purposely built our company to allow our professionals to do what they do best top notch technical work.

Position Overview:

We are currently recruiting for a full-time Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) registered or eligible to be registered with Engineers and Geoscientists of BC (EGBC), for our geotechnical engineering group on Vancouver Island in our Courtenay Office. The successful candidate will be part of a multi-disciplinary team and complete projects in a large range of industries including residential and commercial construction, land development, public and private utilities, mining, forestry and transportation. Project teams typically include a range of professionals, professionals in training, and technologists/technicians. Successful applicants will participate in the provision of engineering services from proposal stage through planning, fieldwork, and commissioning of projects.

Major Job Functions:

Providing accurate and pertinent geotechnical investigation data, analyses/modelling, designs, and reports according to agreed-upon methods, procedures,and techniques.

Working under the mentorship of senior engineers within OEL and our close senior associates and providing supervision and guidance to assigned junior staff.

Performing site visits during the design and construction phases (site investigation and field reviews).

Providing responsive geotechnical advice to co-workers on a wide range of projects through collaboration in a multidisciplinary project team.

Preparing project proposals.

Specific Skills and Knowledge:

Experienced in slope stability analysis and geotechnical investigation (test pitting and drilling investigations) and design for land and resource development.

Well versed with geotechnical modelling software (preferably slope stability and/or pile assessment).

A committed and positive attitude along with an obvious client focus and the ability to build a positive rapport with customers.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills and ability to build positive relationships across all levels of the business.

Physically fit and comfortable with outdoor work with the ability to complete occasional extended field trips is considered an asset (generally 2-3 days at a time and occasionally up to 1 week).

Strong technical writing abilities.

Education and Experience:

Registered or eligible for registration with EGBC as a professional engineer (geological or civil)

Minimum 5 years of work experience as a professional engineer

Benefits Summary:

• Flexible Working Arrangements
• Competitive Salary.
• Great career advancement opportunities.
• A full benefit package including extended health, vision, and dental coverage, and GRSP matching.
• Interesting and diverse project work.
• Relocation assistance.
  
• Continuous Support for growth through both internal and external professional development opportunities.

Job Description

Geotechnical Engineer – Vancouver Island

Courtenay, BC
Up to $120,000 (depending on experience)

Our client, a well-established multidisciplinary consulting engineering firm with multiple offices across British Columbia, is seeking a Professional Geotechnical Engineer (P.Eng.) to join their growing team on Vancouver Island. This opportunity is ideal for a registered (or eligible) P.Eng. with a strong geotechnical background and at least 5 years of post-licensure experience.

This firm supports a wide range of public- and private-sector projects including land development, infrastructure, forestry, utilities, and resource-based industries. The successful candidate will be based in the Courtenay office and join a collaborative team that values technical excellence, practical solutions, and a positive, supportive work environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conducting geotechnical investigations including fieldwork, analysis, modelling, and reporting.
• Preparing geotechnical designs and documentation for a range of projects (residential, commercial, industrial, municipal, etc.).
• Mentoring and guiding junior engineers and technical staff.
• Participating in site visits, including field reviews and inspections during the design and construction phases.
• Collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams and providing geotechnical expertise across various sectors.
• Contributing to proposal writing and client engagement efforts.

• P.Eng. registration (or eligibility) with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC) in civil or geological engineering.
• A minimum of 5 years of relevant geotechnical experience.
• Proficiency in slope stability analysis, geotechnical investigations (drilling/test pitting), and foundation design.
• Familiarity with geotechnical modelling software (e.g., slope stability or pile analysis tools).
• Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills.
• A positive, client-focused approach with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to travel for short field assignments (typically 2–3 days; occasionally up to 1 week).

• Competitive salary up to $120,000 (based on experience).
• Flexible work arrangements and a balanced, supportive work culture.
• Comprehensive benefits package including extended health, vision, dental, and RRSP matching.
• Relocation assistance if moving to Vancouver Island.
• Excellent opportunities for career progression and ongoing professional development.
• Exposure to interesting, diverse projects across multiple sectors.

KGS Group is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join our Geotechnical department in Vancouver, BC.

About Us

We are KGS Group, an employee-owned, multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm serving clients throughout North America. We’re different than traditional engineering firms. We believe a commitment to lasting relationships is just as critical as the expertise applied in our work. To us that means we put our clients and people first. We have the discipline to consistently deliver KGS Quality, never taking the easy way out. We always look closer and dig deeper. And no matter the project, we care enough to do it right.

As an employee-owned company, we’re invested in our work and our people. Working with us means you’ll be part of some of the most interesting projects across Canada, the U.S. and beyond. With the extensive, wide-ranging expertise within our company, you’ll have countless opportunities to learn and grow.

The Role

As a Geotechnical Engineer at KGS Group you will be involved in the project planning, proposal preparation, geotechnical investigation and interpretation, engineering analyses, design, reporting and construction review stages on a wide range of projects, small to large. For this role, there will be an emphasis on analysis and design, so local experience and passion for the analytical component of geotechnical project delivery is needed. Supporting and mentoring other team members is expected.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting with the management of multiple geotechnical projects from the proposal stage through to completion, including allocation of budgets and personnel and managing client relationships.
• Geotechnical engineering evaluation, analysis and assessment related to: foundation design, slope stability, excavation and shoring design, liquefaction assessments and soil improvements, retaining wall design and others.
• Fieldwork, including planning and supporting junior staff in the execution of geotechnical investigations, construction inspection and material testing. This work may involve geotechnical sampling and logging, dam safety general inspections, excavation and shoring review, foundation review or load testing, earthworks and retaining wall review.
• Complete engineering analysis using state-of-the-art techniques to solve geotechnical problems.
• Prepare and review technical proposals in response to RFP’s or client requests.
• Prepare and review of geotechnical reports.
• Prepare and review geotechnical engineering drawings.
• Work collaboratively with other disciplines to manage project deliverables, ensuring schedule and budget are achieved.
• Mentor junior staff as required.

About You

• Bachelor's degree in civil/geotechnical engineering from a recognized university; a post graduate degree in geotechnical engineering would be an asset.
• Minimum of 8 to 10 years of experience in geotechnical engineering with a minimum of two years of local experience in British Columbia.
• Demonstrated experience in the key responsibilities required for this position.
• Local experience with temporary shoring design, foundation design, and seismic assessment.
• Experience managing geotechnical projects, multiple deliverables, deadlines and working in a team.
• A passion for geomechanics with demonstrated sound broad technical understanding.
• Analytical mindset and experience solving complex geotechnical problems.
• Confident oral and written communicator, team player and problem solver.
• Ability to work independently.
• Current P.Eng. status with the Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC).
• A valid driver's license, personal vehicle and the ability to travel to project sites on as required basis.

The salary range for this position is $105,000 to $140,000 annually.

Please note that the salary range mentioned in this job description should serve simply as a guide. The final compensation offered may vary based on a variety of factors, including candidate’s experience, skills, and location. KGS Group is committed to providing a fair, equitable, and competitive package that reflects the value an individual brings to the organization.

KGS Group is an employee-owned equal opportunity company offering an excellent compensation and benefits package.

KGS Group welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Upon request, KGS Group will provide reasonable accommodation for disabilities to support participation of candidates in all aspects of the recruitment process.

KGS Group is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join our Geotechnical department in Vancouver, BC.

About Us

We are KGS Group, an employee-owned, multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm serving clients throughout North America. We’re different than traditional engineering firms. We believe a commitment to lasting relationships is just as critical as the expertise applied in our work. To us that means we put our clients and people first. We have the discipline to consistently deliver KGS Quality, never taking the easy way out. We always look closer and dig deeper. And no matter the project, we care enough to do it right.

As an employee-owned company, we’re invested in our work and our people. Working with us means you’ll be part of some of the most interesting projects across Canada, the U.S. and beyond. With the extensive, wide-ranging expertise within our company, you’ll have countless opportunities to learn and grow.

The Role

As a Geotechnical Engineer at KGS Group you will be involved in the project planning, proposal preparation, geotechnical investigation and interpretation, engineering analyses, design, reporting and construction review stages on a wide range of projects, small to large. For this role, there will be an emphasis on analysis and design, so local experience and passion for the analytical component of geotechnical project delivery is needed. Supporting and mentoring other team members is expected.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting with the management of multiple geotechnical projects from the proposal stage through to completion, including allocation of budgets and personnel and managing client relationships.
• Geotechnical engineering evaluation, analysis and assessment related to: foundation design, slope stability, excavation and shoring design, liquefaction assessments and soil improvements, retaining wall design and others.
• Fieldwork, including planning and supporting junior staff in the execution of geotechnical investigations, construction inspection and material testing. This work may involve geotechnical sampling and logging, dam safety general inspections, excavation and shoring review, foundation review or load testing, earthworks and retaining wall review.
• Complete engineering analysis using state-of-the-art techniques to solve geotechnical problems.
• Prepare and review technical proposals in response to RFP’s or client requests.
• Prepare and review of geotechnical reports.
• Prepare and review geotechnical engineering drawings.
• Work collaboratively with other disciplines to manage project deliverables, ensuring schedule and budget are achieved.
• Mentor junior staff as required.

About You

• Bachelor's degree in civil/geotechnical engineering from a recognized university; a post graduate degree in geotechnical engineering would be an asset.
• Minimum of 8 to 10 years of experience in geotechnical engineering with a minimum of two years of local experience in British Columbia.
• Demonstrated experience in the key responsibilities required for this position.
• Local experience with temporary shoring design, foundation design, and seismic assessment.
• Experience managing geotechnical projects, multiple deliverables, deadlines and working in a team.
• A passion for geomechanics with demonstrated sound broad technical understanding.
• Analytical mindset and experience solving complex geotechnical problems.
• Confident oral and written communicator, team player and problem solver.
• Ability to work independently.
• Current P.Eng. status with the Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC).
• A valid driver's license, personal vehicle and the ability to travel to project sites on as required basis.

The salary range for this position is $105,000 to $140,000 annually.

Please note that the salary range mentioned in this job description should serve simply as a guide. The final compensation offered may vary based on a variety of factors, including candidate’s experience, skills, and location. KGS Group is committed to providing a fair, equitable, and competitive package that reflects the value an individual brings to the organization.

KGS Group is an employee-owned equal opportunity company offering an excellent compensation and benefits package.

KGS Group welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Upon request, KGS Group will provide reasonable accommodation for disabilities to support participation of candidates in all aspects of the recruitment process.