Intermediate, Geotechnical Engineer

Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer

Toronto, ON

30 Forensic Engineering is one of Canada’s largest and most respected multi-disciplinary forensic firms. Our core team of over 100 professional investigators, engineering technicians and support staff is enhanced through relationships with some of the top scientists, standard-makers and specialized consultants in North America serving a wide variety of industries including: Insurance, Manufacturing, Legal, Construction, Health Care, Commercial and Residential Property, Financial, Government, Hospitality, Mining, Renewable Energy and Transportation.

If you want to be a part of this fun, exciting, growing firm and contribute your skills, knowledge and abilities to our diverse group of professionals, we are looking for you. 

Purpose:

The Geotechnical Engineer will report directly into the Geotechnical and Mining Practice Lead, collaborating with other subject matter experts to consult with clients; perform examinations, testing, and analysis; and prepare engineering reports and findings in a clear, concise, efficient and professional manner.

Role responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):

Provide services in geotechnical-related investigations, projects, and tasks, including the development and implementation of desk study and field investigations

Support senior staff in business development, as well as the promotion of advancing market growth opportunities

Investigate geotechnical, mining and heavy civil infrastructure failures

Participate in multidisciplinary investigations with experts of other disciplines (structural, transportation, environmental etc.).

Perform site examinations relating to loss/failure

Effectively communicate investigation and analysis findings to clients and others within boardrooms, during mediations, and trials

Review plans and specifications to determine whether they meet relevant guidelines, codes, and other regulations

Prepare field investigation plans including intrusive and non-intrusive investigation methods. Supervise drilling and field testing (CPT, SPT etc.), identify and classify soils and prepare borehole logs, determine geotechnical properties from field and laboratory tests.

Perform engineering calculations and numerical analyses to identify causes and contributing factors to failures,

Perform construction risk assessments including review of design specifications and drawings, construction methods and schedules and construction monitoring.

Prepare technical reports based upon sound investigations and analysis

Manage projects according to client-approved scopes of work, and deliver high quality reports on time and within budget

Work towards providing expert testimony in court

Start to develop and grow existing client base

Participation in industry events and seminars

Develop an understanding of the core values of the firm and familiarization with the strategic plan

Perform additional duties as required.

Requirements:

Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering

A minimum of 5 years of experience (post-degree) working in a consulting engineering firm

Experience in geotechnical field investigations and testing and in laboratory testing methods.

Currently registered or eligible for registration with the PEO

A sound base in the application of geotechnical engineering to problem solving

Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle

Available for travelling to investigation sites in remote locations

Excellent technical writing skills are a must

Ability to communicate effectively with clients

Good presentation skills are an asset

Proficient in geotechnical numerical analyses with commercial software packages (slope stability, pile foundation, shoring, settlements etc.). Some knowledge of advanced numerical modeling methods (Plaxis, FLAC) would be an asset.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Competencies and Attributes:

Ability to manage projects

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail

Ability to prioritize and multitask

Self-motivated and ability to self-manage

Capacity for learning

Capability to work independently and in a team

Ability to communicate effectively – both oral and written

Proficient in learning new computer applications

Thorough and results-oriented

Excellent teamwork skills

Flexibility

Our Mission: 

We are problem solvers. Together, our passionate and diverse professionals are relentless in their pursuit of the truth. We bring clarity to complex scientific problems to help our clients make decisions with confidence.

How we work:

Our corporate philosophy is based on providing an unparalleled combination of technical excellence, powerful reporting, and professional service. That, combined with our commitment to ethical practice, has quickly established us as the preeminent forensic firm in Canada servicing the legal and insurance industries. The firm is progressive in its management practices and is committed to implement systems and protocols that will support ongoing growth.

Our Process:

30 Forensic Engineering is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an accessible recruitment process. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of gender identity or expression, race, ethnic origin, creed, place of origin, age, sex, marital status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, and any other category protected by law. Upon request we will provide accommodation for applicants with disabilities.

We believe in diversity and inclusivity and that is why our interview process is designed for a positive candidate experience and to ensure every candidate is evaluated equally. All applications will be reviewed from our Talent Team and the successful candidate(s) will go through the following recruitment process:

Recruiter Phone Interview

Hiring Manager(s) Interview

Team Interview

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply through our applicant tracking system - https://30fe.bamboohr.com/careers/134

We thank all candidates for their interest however, only those qualified for the position will be contacted