british columbia principal engineer Jobs – 127 Openings This Week

Field Engineer
Highbridge Human Capital —Kamloops, BC
- Contract
- Hybrid work
- Engineering
- First Aid Certification
- Travel
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Water Resources EIT
The Headhunters —Vancouver, BC
- $75,000–$85,000 a year
- Microsoft Word
- AutoCAD
- Microsoft Excel
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Sr. Engineer - Dam Safety Regional Planning Engineer
BC Hydro —Burnaby, BC
- $109,700–$138,700 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Engineering
- Presentation skills
- Bachelor's
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Civil Engineer
Associated Engineering —Victoria, BC
- $80,000–$100,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- CAD
- Engineering
- Bachelor's
- Dental care
- Paid time off
Lead Testing Technician - Air Tightness testing
METRO Testing + Engineering —Vancouver, BC
- From $30 an hour
- Full-time
- Heavy lifting
- Quality Control
- Construction
- Mileage reimbursement
- Dental care
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Industrial Electrician - Manufacturing (Port Coquitlam, BC)
Nutri-Nation Functional Foods Inc. —Port Coquitlam, BC
- $36–$45 an hour
- Overtime
- Heavy lifting
- Schematics
- Programmable logic controllers
- Profit sharing
- Dental care
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Principal Engineer, Verification Platform
Remitly —Burnaby, BC
- $220,000–$275,000 a year
Principal Engineer - Tailings & Mine Waste
WSP —Vancouver, BC
- $177,600–$257,900 a year
- Doctoral degree
- Engineering
- Master's degree
Principal Geomorphologist
WSP —Vancouver, BC
- $119,900–$175,800 a year
- Master's degree
- Construction
Principal Geotechnical Engineer, Deep Foundations
WSP —Vancouver, BC
- $133,200–$195,400 a year
- Engineering
Principal Geotechnical Engineer
WSP —Prince George, BC
- $133,200–$195,400 a year
- Engineering
- Business development
- Business
Lead/Principal Mechanical Engineer
Lycopodium —Vancouver, BC
- $125,000–$175,000 a year
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Bachelor's
Principal Software Engineer
FusionAuth —Engineer, BC
- $225,000–$270,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Computer Science
- Java
- Databases
- Designated paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Principal Data Engineer
Vancouver Coastal Health —Vancouver, BC
- $55.27–$79.45 an hour
- Full-time
- Azure
- Computer Science
- DevOps
- Wellness program
- Dental care
Principal Engineer
Lantern —Vancouver, BC
- Hybrid work
- Azure
- Computer Science
- Engineering
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
Principal Indigenous Engagement Specialist
WSP —Vancouver, BC
- $133,200–$195,400 a year
- Writing skills
- Leadership
12d
Senior Principal Environmental Engineer or Geoscientist - Contaminated Sites
WSP —Terrace, BC
- $159,900–$234,400 a year
- Engineering
- Project management
- Bachelor's
Principal Hydrotechnical Engineer
WSP —Vancouver, BC
- $133,200–$195,400 a year
- Engineering
- Business development
- Bachelor's
Principal Design Engineer/ Mechanical Lead - for Mining & Metal projects
Fluor Corporation —Vancouver, BC
- $138,000–$256,000 a year
- Engineering
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's
- Dental care
- Tuition reimbursement
Principal Resource Geologist
WSP —Vancouver, BC
- $146,500–$212,200 a year
- Engineering
- Bachelor's
- Leadership

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Field Engineer

Highbridge Human Capital
Kamloops, BC

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Job details

Contract
10 hours ago

Qualifications

WHMIS Certification
Forestry
Engineering
First Aid Certification
QA/QC
Construction
CSTS
Civil Engineering
Communication skills
Driving Licence

Full job description

We are seeking a motivated and practical Geotechnical / Civil Field Engineer to support ongoing construction and geotechnical projects throughout Western Canada on a contract basis.

This is a field-based position requiring regular travel and extended periods on active construction sites. The successful candidate will report directly to the Principal Geotechnical Engineer, Design Build Services, and work closely with contractors, project managers, and clients to support the successful delivery of design-build and construction projects.

Project locations include Alberta and British Columbia, but may extend to other regions as required.

Key Responsibilities

Perform on-site constructability reviews during construction activities.
Conduct field inspections and quality assurance / quality control (QA/QC) activities for geotechnical and civil works.
Coordinate and oversee testing and verification of geotechnical systems and installations.
Monitor construction activities to ensure compliance with project specifications, drawings, and design intent.
Prepare field reports, inspection records, testing documentation, and daily summaries.
Communicate directly with clients, contractors, suppliers, and project stakeholders.
Identify field issues and assist in developing practical construction solutions.
Support project planning, execution, and close-out activities.
Participate in site meetings and provide technical support during construction.
Maintain a strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental requirements.

Requirements

Degree or diploma in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related discipline.
Minimum 3 years of experience in construction oversight, field engineering, geotechnical inspection, or related work.
Working knowledge of geotechnical engineering principles and construction practices.
Experience performing QA/QC inspections and preparing field documentation.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and construction documents.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently in remote and active construction environments.
Valid driver's licence and ability to travel extensively throughout project locations.
Physically capable of working in challenging outdoor environments and accessing construction sites.

Preferred

The following qualifications would be considered assets:

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) registration or eligibility for registration.
Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.) designation.
Experience with design-build project delivery.
Experience with:

o Soil nails and ground anchors

o Rockfall protection systems

o Shotcrete applications

o Slope stabilization and geohazard mitigation

o Retaining structures

o Earthworks and excavation support systems

Ground Disturbance Level II certification.
CSTS, WHMIS, and First Aid certifications.
Fall Protection certification.
Rope Access certification (IRATA or SPRAT).
Experience working on transportation, mining, forestry, or infrastructure projects.
Experience working in mountainous or remote environments.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Primarily field-based position with the majority of time spent on active construction sites.
Regular travel to project sites throughout Alberta, British Columbia, and other locations as required.
Frequent work on active construction sites and in remote environments.
Daily use of computers, engineering drawings, and digital project documentation.
Participation in site inspections, client meetings, and project coordination activities.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate based on qualifications and experience.
Performance-based incentive tied to project, company, and individual outcomes.
Position is based throughout Western Canada, with regular travel and extended stays at project sites as required.
Travel expenses and project-related accommodations provided in accordance with company policy.

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Water Resources EIT

Sr. Engineer - Dam Safety Regional Planning Engineer

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Lead Testing Technician - Air Tightness testing

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Principal Engineer, Verification Platform

Principal Engineer - Tailings & Mine Waste

Principal Geomorphologist

Principal Geotechnical Engineer, Deep Foundations

Principal Geotechnical Engineer

Lead/Principal Mechanical Engineer

Principal Software Engineer

Principal Data Engineer

Principal Engineer

Principal Indigenous Engagement Specialist

Senior Principal Environmental Engineer or Geoscientist - Contaminated Sites

Principal Hydrotechnical Engineer

Principal Design Engineer/ Mechanical Lead - for Mining & Metal projects

Principal Resource Geologist

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