Civil Engineering Technologist – Laboratory Specialist
About The Position
BGC Engineering Inc. (BGC) is an international applied earth sciences professional services firm with over 800 employees across Canada, the United States, Chile, the Dominican Republic, and Australia. BGC fosters a culture of innovation, excellence, and transparency through a flat management structure, creating a casual, dynamic, and inclusive work environment. The company offers training, mentoring, social, and wellness activities to support employee professional growth and wellbeing. BGC's core values are One Team, Excellence, Curiosity, Common Sense, and Clarity. BGC is seeking an experienced Civil Engineering Technologist with a strong background in advanced geotechnical laboratory testing to join its state-of-the-art soil and rock testing facility in Fredericton, New Brunswick. This role is suited for a skilled technologist with expertise in critical state soil mechanics, cyclic and monotonic shear testing, and laboratory operations. The Fredericton lab specializes in strength, compressibility, and permeability testing of soil and rock using advanced systems. The successful candidate will act as a technical expert and mentor, managing complex testing programs and ensuring high-quality, standards-compliant results.
Requirements
- B.Tech. or Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or equivalent education
- 8+ years of experience in geotechnical laboratory testing and operations
- 5+ years of experience conducting and interpreting results of each of the following tests: Triaxial testing (CID, CIU, CAD, CAU), Direct simple shear (monotonic and cyclic), Slurry consolidometer, permeability, and SWCC testing
- Specialized training in geotechnical laboratory systems, critical state soil mechanics, and ISO/IEC 17025 auditing
- Strong knowledge of ASTM, British Standards, and SANS testing methodologies
- Proven ability to lead laboratory teams and standardize testing protocols
- Excellent communication and client engagement skills
- A valid driver's license
- Ability to drive a field pickup truck
- A current passport
Responsibilities
- Perform index testing and advanced geotechnical testing of soil
- Provide support to BGC projects through interpretation of advanced laboratory testing results and the selection of design parameters
- Support the execution of laboratory testing programs and managing multiple projects with varying deadlines and responsibilities
- Prepare laboratory test reports
- Train and mentor laboratory staff and laboratory visitors
- Follow lab procedures for safety and quality
- May support BGC projects with office-based geotechnical analyses, when required
Benefits
- Our ‘One Team’ culture supporting health, wellness, safety and diversity
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Health, Dental and Vision coverage
- LTD, Life, AD&D and Business Travel Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Parental leave top ups
- Professional development and mentoring opportunities
- Flat management structure
- Flexible workplace with office and home arrangements
- Social and wellness activities
- Casual and professional work environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
