Job Title: Geotechnical Engineer
Position Type: Full-Time/Employee
Salary Range: $75,000 to $90,000 per year
Details:
Phillips & Associates Engineering Consultants Ltd., headquartered in Vancouver, BC, is looking for a geotechnical engineer for our Vancouver operations. Phillips & Associates provides innovative geotechnical consulting services to the construction industry. Since 2006, we have completed over 3,500 projects in British Columbia, Alberta, and the Yukon. Phillips & Associates is committed to providing our clients, with practical, cost-effective, and optimal engineering solutions. Our services include: geotechnical investigations, foundation, shoring, excavation, underpinning and retaining wall designs, landslide assessments, sediment and erosion control, stormwater/runoff management plans, ground improvement, existing structure renovations, structural design, project management, inspection work, site engineering, and construction supervision.
At Phillips & Associates, we believe in providing a flexible working environment for employees. A day of work often consists of a mixture of fieldwork, office work, meetings, and work from home. As a geotechnical consultant, you will work closely with professional engineers (P.Eng.) and senior staff, while often interacting with clients and construction professionals.
Skills required for this position include:
· Conduct site visits and make decisions/recommendations based on a strong knowledge of geotechnical engineering
· English must be very proficient with strong verbal and written communication skills;
· Must be competent at writing reports and analyzing data;
· A desire to learn, take on challenges, and improve in a team environment;
· A bachelor's degree in engineering (required). Master’s degree in geotechnical engineering is considered a plus. Candidate must be registered as an Engineer in Training (E.I.T.) with Engineers and Geoscientists BC. Remuneration will depend on level of experience. They should have a minimum of 1 year of experience in local geotechnical engineering practices.
· Able to work and contribute individually or as part of a team, being a self-starter;
· Ability to multi-task, organize time, and meet deadlines;
· Willingness to learn and self-educate;
· Carry a Class 5 Driver's License and own a vehicle; and
· Experience with CAD, LPile, and Slope Stability software and other software is considered an asset.
The candidate should have at a minimum, experience in, or the ability to readily learn, all basic components of the delivery of a fundamental geotechnical investigation including:
· Coordination and performance of the field investigations;
· Performance of the associated engineering analyses independently or under professional engineers (P.Eng.) guidance;
· Preparation of the geotechnical reports;
· Ability to work with design teams to incorporate geotechnical aspects into site designs; and
· Earthwork and foundation construction supervision and reporting.
The candidate may have experience in site civil engineering including:
· Erosion and sedimentation control; and
Stormwater management.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $75,000.00-$90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Experience:
- geotechnical engineering: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Vancouver, BC V6N 3A6
