Assistant Lead Foundations Engineer - Rail Transit

About the role

Egis is looking for an Assistant Lead Foundations Engineer to join its rail geotechnical team and work on rail transit projects. The role combines technical leadership of a team of engineers with oversight of major projects, including design analysis, field investigations and professional reporting.

Key responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership to a team of engineers and mentor staff, including geotechnical design training
• Oversee major projects: design analysis, field investigation plans and professional report writing
• Manage project scope, schedule, quality, safety and cost for geotechnical investigation and design assignments
• Collaborate with other disciplines on joint proposals and projects, and liaise with clients, government and regulatory bodies and contractors
• Conduct site reviews during conceptual, investigation and construction phases

Required profile

• Licensed Professional Engineer of Ontario with at least 15 years of consulting experience in geotechnical engineering
• Strong experience designing foundations for major infrastructure, airports, bridges and rail transit systems in Ontario, with a record of completed projects
• Substantial construction inspection experience and ability to resolve complex on-site geotechnical issues
• Experience with multi-disciplinary teams and with municipalities across Ontario; GTHA experience preferred
• Graduate degree (Master's or PhD) in Geotechnical or Geological Engineering highly desirable

Required skills

• In-depth knowledge of Canadian and international codes and standards such as CFEM, CHBDC, OPSS and OBC
• Geotechnical software such as Plaxis, GeoStudio or similar
• Project management, client management and presentation skills

The role is eligible for a referral bonus. Applications are open to people with disabilities, with accommodations available on request.