Geotechnical Engineer/Vancouver

Brunel has partnered with Hatch to support the hiring of a  Geotechnical Engineer to join their team. Hatch is a globally recognized engineering, project delivery, and professional services firm, committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With over 70 years of expertise across mining, energy, and infrastructure, Hatch delivers innovative and sustainable solutions worldwide.

Through this partnership, we are seeking a  Geotechnical Engineer to join Hatch’s Project Delivery Group (PDG)—a dynamic and globally integrated team delivering world-class projects. The PDG combines deep expertise in sustainable studies, asset development, and operations, leveraging industry-leading methodologies, governance, and systems.

The  Geotechnical/Geological Engineer role is part of our team of engineers and geoscientists and will provide engineering services to projects across Hatch in the Infrastructure, Mining and Energy sectors. This role participates in a wide range of projects covering advanced numerical modeling, analysis and design for front-end planning as well as detailed engineering for multi-discipline projects.

 
As the successful candidate, you will:

• Work in the fields of both soil mechanics and rock mechanics
• Lead geotechnical studies and the delivery of project requirements for projects varying from pre-feasibility stage to detailed design and construction
• Participate in scoping requirements for proposals
• In conjunction with senior staff, perform conceptual and detailed engineering design for dams, rock and soil slopes, linear infrastructure including rail and tunnels, port and marine infrastructure, and shallow and deep foundations of industrial buildings.
• Undertake and lead geotechnical field investigation programs and prepare factual and interpretive geotechnical investigation reports
• Conduct in-person and remote geological mapping (drone, photogrammetry), a variety of site visits and inspections, and subsequent geological modelling
• Prepare engineering calculations where required including slope stability, embankment design, and foundation design.
• Represent the discipline in project engineering coordination meetings
• Provide and/or coordinate training for resources assigned to the project
• Supervise and mentor junior staff members; review and evaluate technical work prepared by junior engineers, geoscientists, and designers
• Prepare and/or review project procedures, technical specifications, and design criteria
• Ensure relevant technical experts are involved in the design process as required
• Coordinate and communicate directly with clients, subcontractors, and other disciplines within Hatch to wholistically address project requirements
• Undertake office- and field-based geotechnical engineering for projects
• Prepare and contribute to technical memos and reports within areas of expertise including  rock and soil characterization, interpretation, and recommendations.
• Provide input to engineering, operating, and capital cost estimates
• Stamp documents and drawings as required and if appropriately registered
• Undertake construction supervision and management dependent upon project demands
• Support of site engineering team to provide technical solutions and timely response to technical queries
• Work to ensure the implementation of safety in design and quality principles in design documentation

 
You bring to the role:

• Bachelor’s degree in Geological Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or Civil Engineering (Geotechnical focus) from an accredited university. Postgraduate degrees are an asset.
• Registered as a Professional Engineer
• 4-7 years’ experience in relevant geotechnical and geomechanically investigation and design
• The interest, educational background, and professional focus to work in both civil geotechnical areas/soil mechanics, and engineering geology/rock mechanics.
• Experience working on projects in a multi-disciplinary environment
• Sound understanding of design engineering codes and technical standards
• Experience with Rocscience and GeoStudio tools. Experience with Leapfrog, remote sensing tools, Plaxis, and/or FLAC are an asset.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Good planning and organizational skills
• Ability to function with minimal supervision
• Ability and willingness to mentor, direct, and delegate work to junior staff while providing active oversight and support
• Strong safety awareness
• A willingness to work in the office and in the field, often in remote areas for investigations or on construction sites

 
Base salary range: $93,000 - $120,000

 
Why join Hatch?

• Work with  high-performing, collaborative teams making a real impact
• Be part of  innovative, global projects across industries
• Engaging and collaborative office environment
• Long-term career development opportunities
• “Think globally, work locally” culture