Geotechnical Engineer-

Requisition ID: 99242

Location: Halifax, NS, Canada

Responsibilities

• Be given opportunities to work on interesting and technically complex geotechnical projects and collaborate with diverse teams locally, nationally, and globally.
• Benefit from formal and informal mentorship from some of the leading authorities in the industry.
• Participate in professional development programs and networking opportunities to develop your skills.
• Scope and manage geotechnical site investigations.
• Prepare site characterization and geotechnical investigation reports.
• Interpret field data to develop geotechnical and geological models.
• Complete 2D and 3D computational modeling.
• Complete geotechnical analysis and design (e.g., shallow and deep foundations, retaining walls, embankments and cut/fill slopes, soil improvements, etc.). Experience with dam safety design and analysis, DSRs, DSIs, dam breach and classification studies would be considered a significant asset.
• Prepare technical memos and geotechnical reports.
• Prepare technical specifications.
• Review the work of junior engineers and provide peer review for geotechnical reports.
• Prepare project execution plans and proposals.
• Support business development opportunities.

Qualifications

• A degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering (geotechnical focus), or Geological Engineering from an accredited university.
• A minimum of 6 years’ relevant geotechnical experience.
• Registered or eligible to register with PEGNL/APENS.
• Work well in a team with an excellent client focus in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Leadership skills with proven ability to mentor junior staff.
• Willingness to undertake short term assignments out of office.
• A strong focus on both safety and quality.
• Demonstrated geotechnical experience with energy, mining, and/or infrastructure projects locally.
• Demonstrated experience in managing and executing field investigations.
• Experience using geotechnical software packages, e.g., GeoStudio, Rocscience, Plaxis, OpenGround, Leapfrog, etc.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to prepare clear and concise reports.
• Ability to liaise with prospective clients and prepare proposals.

Benefits

• Work with great people to make a difference.
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions.
• Top employer.
• Flexible work environment.
• Long term career development.
• Think globally, work locally.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.