Rock Mechanics /Geotechnical Engineer

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Job Description

AECOM is actively seeking a Geotechnical Engineer for a new full-time position based out of the GTA Ontario. The ideal candidate is a highly skilled Rock Mechanics/Geotechnical Engineer to join our team and will have balanced experience in geotechnical design and site reconnaissance, as well as expertise in geological mapping, rock mechanics, and geotechnical investigations.

Responsibilities

Technical Support

• Assist Senior Engineer to carry out on-going and future projects in rock mechanics engineering.
• Conduct site reconnaissance and geological mapping with a focus on rock mechanics and rock mass classification systems.
• Develop computer-aided geological models, profiles, and cross-sections using tools such as AutoCAD, ArcGIS, or Leapfrog.
• Perform soil and rock excavation and slope stability, and rock fall analyses, and design mitigation measures.
• Plan/prepare geotechnical investigations, including in-situ and laboratory testing, and interpret results to define geotechnical design parameters.
• Prepare geotechnical design reports, specifications, and technical proposals.
• Design rock slope support for open cuts and provide geohazard and terrain hazard assessments.
• Design of tunnels in both soft and hard ground TBM and SEM (Sequential Excavation Methods).
• Support the design of SOE (support of excavation) systems of shafts and cut and cover tunnels.
• Prepare contracts for geotechnical investigations, surveys, and construction works.

Software Proficiency

• Utilize RocScience Suite, including RocFall (2D/3D), Dips, RocPlane, SWedge, RocTopple, RSData, RS2, Slide2/3 (or Slope/W), and Plaxis 2D/3D
• Work with AutoCAD and ArcGIS for creating ground model
• (Preferred) Experience with Leapfrog for 3D geological modeling.

Collaboration & Coordination

• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including civil, structural, tunneling, and hydrology experts.
• Liaise with contractors, clients, and local authorities to ensure project approvals and compliance.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geological Engineering, Geology, Engineering Geology, Ge