Intermediate Design Engineer
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- Alberta
- $110,000-135,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Lead and perform geotechnical and structural design of pile foundations (including CIP and CFA piles).
- Interpret geotechnical investigation reports and laboratory test data to determine pile capacity, settlement behavior, etc.
- Perform axial, lateral, settlement, pile group, and (where applicable) seismic analyses.
- Conduct static and dynamic pile analysis (e.g., load tests, wave equation analysis, lateral pile analysis).
- Prepare and review engineering calculations, drawings, and technical reports.
- Coordinate with geotechnical, structural, and construction teams to resolve design and constructability issues.
- Provide technical support during construction, including RFIs and site visits.
- Contribute to value engineering, foundation optimization, and constructability reviews.
- Provide mentorship, technical guidance, and quality review of work completed by junior engineers.
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering
- Experience: 5+ years of experience in foundation pile design. Familiarity with construction methods for driven and bored piles. Experience providing technical oversight and mentoring junior staff. Solid working knowledge of Canadian codes and standards
- Soft skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent written and verbal communication. Attention to detail and commitment to public safety. Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines. Ability to work independently and lead design tasks
- Preferred skills: Proficiency with pile design software (LPile, GEO5, PLAXIS, GRLWEAP, or similar). Strong knowledge of soil mechanics and deep foundation engineering. Experience with support of excavation, driven piles, and micropile design is considered an asset.
- Required designations or certifications: P.Eng. license in Canada