Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location:
North Bay, Ontario
Employment Type:
Full‑Time
Our client is a well‑established engineering consultancy supporting complex projects across Canada and international markets . They are currently seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join their multidisciplinary team and contribute to projects in the mining, hydropower, and water infrastructure sectors .
This role offers the opportunity to work on technically challenging projects, provide leadership across geotechnical disciplines, and support clients throughout the full project lifecycle. The position may require domestic and international travel depending on project and client needs.
Position Overview
As a Senior Geotechnical Engineer , you will play a key leadership role in delivering geotechnical engineering services for resource and infrastructure projects. You will be responsible for technical oversight, project execution, mentoring junior staff, and supporting client relationships.
Key Responsibilities
Lead geotechnical aspects of projects, including scope, budget, and schedule management
Plan, oversee, and interpret geotechnical site investigations and laboratory testing programs
Review geological models and establish appropriate geotechnical design parameters
Perform and review advanced geotechnical analyses, including:
Slope stability
Settlement and bearing capacity
Liquefaction assessments
Design and evaluate foundations, slopes, retaining structures, excavations, and ground improvement solutions
Prepare, review, and sign off on geotechnical reports, calculations, and engineering recommendations
Identify geotechnical risks and propose mitigation and monitoring strategies
Support construction activities through site visits, RFI responses, submittal reviews, and instrumentation assessment
Provide technical leadership and peer review of geotechnical deliverables
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to proposal development and client relations
Qualifications & Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Geological or Civil Engineering
A graduate degree specializing in Geotechnical Engineering is considered an asset
Registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Ontario or another Canadian province or territory
Minimum 10 years of relevant engineering experience , specifically in mining and/or infrastructure project development
Strong background in geotechnical design and project management
Demonstrated experience in:
Geotechnical investigations and reporting
Geotechnical analyses and foundation assessments
Tailings and water management feasibility studies, design, and operational support
Dam and embankment design, analysis, and monitoring
Construction material evaluation civil and earthworks construction monitoring
Preparation of design reports, drawings, and technical specifications
What’s Offered
Competitive compensation package
Opportunity to work on high‑impact resource and infrastructure projects
Technically driven and collaborative work environment
Professional growth and leadership opportunities
Exposure to international and multidisciplinary projects
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; age; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity; religion; national origin; disability; veteran status; genetic information; or any other criteria protected by governing law.
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Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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