Geotechnical Engineer

About the role

AECOM is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join its growing team in Ontario, working out of any of its Ontario offices. This is a full-time hybrid position. You will work on civil and geotechnical projects in a multi-discipline team, developing cost-effective designs and construction solutions, and play a key role in growing the geotechnical practice in Canada.

Key responsibilities

• Work with engineers, designers and drafters from conceptual design through preliminary and final design.
• Manage geotechnical investigations, reporting and project completion on schedule and within budget.
• Carry out geotechnical analysis, design and reporting for transportation, municipal, building, environmental and energy projects.
• Prepare and write geotechnical proposals and reports, and maintain quality across projects.
• Maintain good relationships with clients, suppliers, subcontractors and consultants, and travel within Canada when required.

Required profile

• University graduate in civil or geotechnical engineering, currently registered as an engineer (P.Eng).
• At least 4 years of industry experience since graduation in civil and geotechnical services (transportation, civil, municipal, energy, utilities, building structures, commercial).
• Strong commitment to safety.
• Preferred: Class G driver's licence, postgraduate engineering degree, 10+ years of experience, and experience with rock mechanics engineering and project work.

Required skills

• Technical design, reporting, communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with geotechnical software such as PLAXIS, RS2, RS3, Slide, GeoStudio, Settle3D, All Piles and gINT (preferred).
• MS Office, with strong Excel and Word knowledge (preferred).
• Preferred: AutoCAD, coordination of designs with drafting teams, and experience with drilling and traffic control subcontractors.

What we offer

• Benefits depending on employment status, including medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D and disability coverage, paid time off, flexible work options, well-being resources and an employee assistance program.
• Retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan.
• Training and development programs and a global team environment.