×
Register Here to Apply for Jobs or Post Jobs. X

Principal Geotechnical Engineer

Job in Calgary, Alberta, D3J, Canada
Listing for: Linxus Group
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-01
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineer
  • Construction
    Civil Engineering
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 100000 - 125000 CAD Yearly CAD 100000.00 125000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
About the job Principal Geotechnical Engineer

We are a quickly growing, employee-owned consulting firm with projects across Canada and the US. We are seeking a Senior or Director Geotechnical Engineer to join our growing geotechnical engineering practice in Calgary and help lead the development and execution of geotechnical engineering services to support our ongoing projects and clients.

The successful applicant will provide and manage the development and execution of geotechnical site investigations, engineering analysis, and design to support various civil heavy earthworks projects, including water storage dams, tailings dams, earthen containment ponds, pipelines, and industrial infrastructure.

The successful candidate will have the initiative and accountability to work independently and with our team in a rewarding, fast-paced environment, and will have an opportunity to join our Management Team.

Responsibilities will include the following:
  • Project management, including project initiation, coordination, and execution
  • Assisting in business development
  • Mentoring and managing intermediate and junior engineers
  • Planning, overseeing, and executing geotechnical site investigations
  • Conducting site inspections
  • Geotechnical design and analysis including soil and rock engineering, soil dynamics, slope stability, and foundations
  • Reporting and technical writing
  • Site inspection and supervision
  • Necessary qualifications:
    • Geotechnical or Civil engineering degree
    • Registered as, or the ability to immediately register as, a P.Eng. in Canada
    • Computer and software skills to complete geotechnical analysis, including Geo Studio, LPile, APile, Settle3D
    • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills are essential
    • Applicant must be willing to travel and be in the field as required on a project needs basis
    • Must have a valid driver’s license and be legally entitled to work in Canada
    The following will be considered an asset:
    • Exposure to large civil earthworks construction projects
    • Experience with the design, construction, operation, and inspection of earthen dams and/or tailings dams

    We are a full-service EPCM company with a dedicated team of professionals trained and experienced in project management, engineering, and design, working together to provide practical solutions to our clients. We focus on advancing our clients' projects through to successful completion.

    Our culture emphasizes team building, with social events and opportunities for relaxation outside of work. We also promote knowledge sharing through Lunch and Learns, and prioritize career development with performance management, mentorship, and training budgets.

    We are locally owned, adaptable, and open to new growth initiatives. We support our team in exploring new business opportunities and sharing in the rewards of successful ventures.

    This position is based in our head office in downtown Calgary, Alberta. We offer a competitive salary, health benefits, and a mobile phone allowance.

    Interested candidates should email a current cover letter and resume to

    #J-18808-Ljbffr
    Note that applications are not being accepted from your jurisdiction for this job currently via this jobsite. Candidate preferences are the decision of the Employer or Recruiting Agent, and are controlled by them alone.
    To Search, View & Apply for jobs on this site that accept applications from your location or country, tap here to make a Search:
     
     
     
    Search for further Jobs Here:
    (Try combinations for better Results! Or enter less keywords for broader Results)
    Location
    Increase/decrease your Search Radius (miles)

    Job Posting Language
    Employment Category
    Education (minimum level)
    Filters
    Education Level
    Experience Level (years)
    Posted in last:
    Salary