Geotechnical Engineer

Guelph or Toronto, ON, Canada
Full Time
Mid Level

JLP Services Inc. is currently seeking an intermediate Geotechnical Engineer. JLP currently provides a range of Geotechnical Services, including but not limited to: Investigation, Materials Testing and Inspection, Instrumentation and Monitoring, Shoring Excavation and Monitoring and Foundation Recommendations. 

Please note that position requires a minimum of 7 to 10 years of local southwestern Ontario experience. 

Role Responsibilities:

  • Conducting field investigations, including borehole layout, utility clearances, supervision of drill rigs and/or excavators, logging boreholes and test pits, and surveying.
  • Performing construction site reconnaissance, observations, and inspections (e.g., footing inspections, subgrade inspection, retaining wall inspection).
  • Reviewing soil and rock samples in our laboratory, coordinating geotechnical laboratory testing, and compiling test results and borehole logs.
  • Analyzing and modeling slope stability, settlement, foundation design, soil retaining structures, and other geotechnical challenges.
  • Preparation of Geotechnical Investigation Reports, Technical Memos, Scope of Work
  • Client Communication and business development.
  • Training and mentorship of junior employees.

Qualifications:

  • P.Eng. designation
  • CCIL Certifications

Skills:

  • Exceptional interpersonal, organizational and critical thinking skills
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills, including technical writing ability.
  • An understanding of materials testing and inspection, road reconstruction, rebar inspection and general construction practices. 
  • Proficiency in AutoCad, gINT, Slide, AqteSolv MS Office and AutoCAD (preferred).

Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Geotechnical (Civil or Geological) Engineering.
  • Master’s Degree- asset

What we have to offer:

  • Opportunity to work on projects varying in sizes and complexity.
  • Competitive salary and employee share/ownership program
  • Learning and development programs, training, and career building
  • Health Benefits

Our solution-based approach stems from dedicated, driven, and passionate employees with varying perspectives for our clients and the communities we work and live in. Thus, we put a lot of emphasis on our human capital.

At JLP, we are always open to new insights and ways of working. Above all, we are passionate about contributing to a sustainable environment and attracting, developing, and retaining a workforce that reflects our vision. We are committed to providing a respectful, inclusive, and accessible work environment where all employees have the opportunity to achieve their potential. Join us and be part of a great place to work; an environment that energizes and empowers to achieve success.

Vacancy available in Toronto and Guelph office.

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