Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer

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  • Calgary, AB
  • $94,600-137,100 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
Job description:At Stantec, we help deliver the critical minerals needed to power our world, from the cars we drive to the infrastructure powering our communities. And we don’t just design the largest, deepest, and most technically challenging mines in the world—we do it sustainably. We’re helping clients reduce energy usage, adopt clean energy sources, and implement digital solutions and automation.Join our team of mining professionals and you’ll be at the forefront of this evolving industry while building the mine of the future. You’ll also build your own future, with exciting opportunities for development and advancement.Your OpportunityStantec is seeking an Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer to join our Mining, Minerals and Metals practice based out of our Vancouver, BC or Calgary, AB office. This position will work collaboratively with other Stantec offices across Canada, the United States, South America and Australia, to support the service needs of our clients on local and international projects, primarily on metals, coal and large oil sands mining projects.As a Geotechnical Engineer, you will be a member of a diverse, multidisciplinary team working on energy and resources projects. Work will include various stages in project life cycles, from exploration and site investigations, through conceptual design, construction, closure and reclamation. Our geotechnical project work typically involves design and evaluation of mine waste structures including pit walls, mine rock and tailings storage facilities, and surface water impoundments.The opportunity to work in a hybrid environment between your home office and the local Stantec office may be considered for this position.Your Key ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities and essential job tasks include, but are not limited to the following:Lead/support the planning and completion of geotechnical site investigations. This may include instrumentation, logging, sampling, and field testing.Install, monitor and provide interpretation of data from geotechnical instrumentation.Lead/support the analyses and design of earth structures, including mine pit slopes, waste disposal areas, and tailings dams.Support mine and tailings planning groups in the development and design of large mining and closure projects.Lead/support the preparation of technical design documents under limited supervision.Generate and/or update technical drawings, figures and models.Assist in the preparation of project proposals under limited supervision.Comply with and actively participate in Stantec and client safety programs.Your Capabilities and CredentialsAbility to communicate clearly and effectively in both written and oral communication. Proficiency in other languages such as Spanish, French or Portuguese is an asset.Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite of programs, CAD systems, and GeoStudio (or equivalent) suite of programs.Work experience in mining or resource industries is an asset.Ability to conduct work in a safe manner maintaining a high degree of situational awareness.Applicants may be required to travel for field assignments with rotations of up to 2 to 3 consecutive weeks, with a potential total annual travel of up to 40% of the time (if required). Accommodations can be considered on a case-by-case basis.Education and ExperienceBachelor’s or Master’s degree in geotechnical, geological, civil or mining engineering.Between 4 and 10 years industry or consulting experience. Co-op or Intern experience is applicable.Registered P.Eng. or eligible for registration with Engineers and Geoscientists of British Columbia (EGBC) or Alberta Professional Engineers Geoscientists Association (APEGA).Valid Class 5 Driver's License and satisfactory Driver's Abstract, per Stantec's Safe Driving Policy.This position may have additional qualification requirements depending on work assignments. Additional qualifications will be defined in Project Specific Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Plans.This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best. #FeelingEnergizedPay Range:
  • Locations in Lower Mainland - BC, GTA & Ottawa Ontario-$94,600.00 - $137,100.00 Annually
Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account.The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.Primary Location: Canada | AB | Calgary
Organization: BC-1363 E&R-CA West
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: Yes
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 27/01/2026 03:01:18
Req ID: 1003901

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