Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer/Technician/Technologist

Overview / Responsibilities

Wood is seeking an Intermediate Geotechncial Engineer or Geotechnical Technician / Technologist to provide geotechnical services to our clients, ranging from field exploration programs and laboratory testing to the design and construction management of complex geotechnical structures.

This position offers the opportunity to work on engineering and geotechnical projects in a multi-discipline project team environment. Supporting our Ontario team from our Sudbury, ON office, you will be participating in engineering analysis, geotechnical engineering designs and construction solutions for our clients. This immediate need requires the incumbent to have strong technical skills with the communication and organizational skills to support projects.

This is a long-term position that may require extended out of town durations at one or more remote mine sites in Northern Ontario for geotechnical investigation, construction and or design projects with a rotational schedule. 

Key Responsibilities

• Perform and assist with numerical modelling and analyses using various software programs.
• Interpretation of site investigation (field and laboratory tests) data
• Preparation of engineering designs, detailed reports, plans, assessments and studies
• Oversee/direct junior engineer/EITs on various project tasks
• Opportunity to collaborate on projects throughout Canada and Internationally
• Project consulting and engineering in the geotechnical field for mining and infrastructure projects
• An ability to interface with other related disciplines – hydrology, hydrogeology, geochemistry, permitting, etc.

Skills / Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil / Geotechnical Engineering or college dpiloma required.
• Current registration or eligibility to register as a P.Eng. oe CET in Ontario an asset.
• Minimum five years of experience in geotechnical engineering in the mining and infrastructure industry
• Proficient in seepage, stability and liquefaction analysis for various slopes and dams an asset.
• Desire for self-learning and a commitment to technical excellence
• You have oral communication (English) and active listening skills to explain complex procedures and techniques, to help ensure information is understood
• You have written communication skills (English) to accurately document information and prepare reports
• You are able to draw on your own experience, knowledge, and expertise to assist the team in providing the best response in a critical or urgent situation
• You are able to interpret data from a variety of sources, apply technical excellence, and assist in resolving problems that arise on projects
• You are able to develop and maintain relationships, with diverse internal and external clients and respond in a professional manner
• You are able to set work priorities, monitor progress and quality towards deliverables
• You are well organized, have the ability to manage and prioritize several assignments at one time
• Valid Driver’s License
• Able to travel to project sites across Canada and abroad

Company Overview

Wood is a global leader in engineering and consultancy across energy and the built environment, helping to unlock solutions to some of the world’s most critical challenges. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in more than 60 countries, employing around 40,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement (EEO)

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.