Geotechnical Engineer

Terracon Geotechnique • Fort McMurray, AB

20h • Hybrid

About The Position

Terracon Geotechnique Ltd. is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join their Fort McMurray team. This role involves contributing to technically challenging and field-driven projects in the oil sands, mining, heavy civil, and municipal infrastructure sectors. The engineer will help deliver safe, high-quality solutions for clients and communities, supporting geotechnical investigations, analysis, design, construction monitoring, and client service across a diverse project portfolio. The position requires close collaboration with geologists, technologists, engineers, laboratory staff, operations personnel, and clients to ensure technically sound work, maintain strong safety performance, and support successful project execution.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Geotechnical, or Geological Engineering.
• Approximately 5–10 years of progressive geotechnical engineering experience, ideally including both field and design responsibilities.
• Eng. designation in Alberta, or eligibility for registration with APEGA.
• Strong technical foundation in soil mechanics, foundation design, slope stability, earthworks, and geotechnical interpretation.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to perform fieldwork in active industrial, mining, and construction environments as required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in mining, heavy civil, energy, or northern/remote project environments is considered a strong asset.
• Experience with field investigations, construction monitoring, instrumentation programs, and technical reporting is preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Plan, lead, and support geotechnical field investigations, including drilling, test pitting, sampling, instrumentation, and in-situ testing programs.
• Complete geotechnical assessments and engineering analyses related to foundations, slope stability, retaining systems, earthworks, roads, and mining-related infrastructure.
• Prepare clear, high-quality technical reports, engineering memoranda, proposals, and practical recommendations for clients and project teams.
• Provide field engineering and construction support, including inspections, instrument installation oversight, performance monitoring, and QA/QC observation for soils, aggregate, and concrete works.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, regulators, and internal teams to maintain compliance with project requirements, applicable standards, and site-specific safety expectations.
• Support project delivery by contributing to scheduling, budgeting, scope development, and day-to-day technical decision-making.
• Mentor junior engineers and technologists by sharing technical knowledge, reviewing work, and supporting professional development.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships that support repeat work, trusted partnerships, and future business opportunities.
• Demonstrate and promote Terracon’s S.I.T.E. values in all aspects of your work.

Benefits

• An employee-owned company where your contribution helps shape the future of the business.
• A collaborative, inclusive, and safety-focused culture grounded in Terracon’s S.I.T.E. values.
• Opportunities for technical development, mentorship, and career progression into senior technical or project leadership roles.
• Comprehensive, cost-shared health and wellness benefits, along with savings and investment programs.
• Exposure to diverse and impactful projects across mining, infrastructure, industrial, and community development sectors.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level