Geotechnical Engineer

Location: Boisbriand

Your future role on our team
As geotechnical engineer, you will perform tasks and provide services in the field of geotechnical engineering. You will be responsible for performing geotechnical site investigations and analyses, preparing and reviewing deliverables and reviewing design and construction, within the context of the overall management objectives set for each project.

Type of position:  Regular

With us, you’ll get the opportunity to...

Carry out the technical management and direction of geotechnical site investigations, supervise activities in the context of these investigations, evaluate materials in the laboratory and prepare and review technical reports

Review and supervise civil and geotechnical construction activities

Conduct field evaluations and assess risks of landslides, perform mapping and produce reports

Manage geotechnical instruments: prescribe, supervise installation, monitor and record results

Analyze geotechnical characteristics, including slope stability, compacting, seepage, deformation and other characteristics

Conduct soil mechanics and classification activities, assess slope stability and design reinforcing and supporting structures

Ensure the technical quality of deliverables, as a member of multidisciplinary project teams

Collaborate and participate in technical discussions with team members and clients

Participate in the process of preparing and presenting proposals

Travel to project sites within Canada, and occasionally overseas

Do your qualities and values match our corporate culture?

Entrepreneurial spirit

Results-driven

Thirst to learn and excel

Willingness to work together while having fun

Interest in solving the most complex challenges

Summary Of Certifications And

Job Requirements

B.Sc. or Master's degree in Mining Engineering, Technical Geology or Civil Engineering, with a focus in Geotechnical Engineering

Member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec

Five or more years of relevant professional experience in geotechnical engineering

Strong academic background and solid understanding of soil mechanics

Strong written and spoken communication skills, technical-writing experience and presentation skills

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well on a team

Mastery of geotechnical design software (FLAC, SLOPE/W, SEEP/W); other geotechnical software an asset

Ability and willingness to travel to project sites

Advanced English skills to facilitate collaboration with other BBA offices and/or clients in English-speaking Canadian provinces and internationally; you may need to use English occasionally or daily, depending on current projects

Advanced French skills to facilitate collaboration with other BBA offices and/or clients in Québec

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Annual premium program for regular employees

Onsite mobility premium

Time bank

Cellphone fee reimbursements

Group insurance plan from the first day of employment, including disability insurance and a telemedicine program

Retirement savings plan

Annual vacation and sick leave

Premium for employee referrals

At BBA, You Get Many Benefits

Long-term hiring prospects (not just project-based)

Interesting growth opportunities to match your ambitions

Wide playing field, based on your interests, from technical and team management to project management

Participation in innovation projects

A collaborative team that shares its ideas and knowledge

Custom training and development plans

Access to a leadership program

About BBA
For over 40 years, we’ve been pushing the boundaries of engineering to serve our clients in the Energy and Natural Resources sector. At BBA, we develop innovative, flexible and sustainable solutions, from strategy to execution.

BBA is one of Canada’s leading private consulting engineering firms, focused on practice (PCB), with a network of 18 offices. Our teams work closely to deliver projects that shape tomorrow’s industry at the local, national and international levels.

Our people’s passion and excellence make BBA a Canada’s Best Employer and one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies.

We have unique talents, and we’re committed to providing a workplace where you can be yourself. Job postings are written in gender-neutral language.

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