Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Hydropower
About The Position
Our Klohn Crippen Berger (KCB) office in Vancouver, B.C is looking for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our Power and Transportation Group. This role will participate in design for transportation, hydroelectric, marine and civil infrastructure projects in a multi-discipline project team environment. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with mentors, internal team members, clients and other stakeholders to apply and advance your expertise in design, analysis and project leadership. This role will give you the opportunity to guide clients through complex geotechnical designs and hazards, from proposal through construction management. Provide risk management and regulatory navigation to geotechnical engineering projects, including design recommendations for foundations, retaining walls, slope stability, and embankments. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide geotechnical input on transportation, hydroelectric, marine, and civil infrastructure projects. Review and prepare technical reports, proposals, design specifications, and recommendations for clients and stakeholders. Perform geotechnical modeling and analysis using industry-standard software such as GeoStudio, PLAXIS, or similar tools. Preparation of construction documents and provide construction support as required. Communicate effectively with clients, project teams, and regulatory agencies. Develop less experienced engineers and project managers in the coordination and management of projects.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Geotechnical, Civil Engineering, or related field (Master’s degree is an asset).
- Professional designation (P. Eng) with EGBC, or eligibility to apply within the year
- 15+ years of geotechnical engineering consulting experience, with exposure to transportation, hydroelectric, marine, or civil infrastructure projects.
- Proficiency in geotechnical analysis software (e.g., GeoStudio, PLAXIS, gINT, or similar).
- Strong understanding of geotechnical engineering principles and applicable codes and standards.
- Project management experience, including proposal through risk evaluation to completion.
- Hands-on experience conducting site investigations, soil sampling, and in-situ testing.
- Strong technical writing skills.
- Mentor and support the development of team members through the technical review and feedback process.
- An ability to build rapport with clients and stakeholders, and a track record of increasing backlog.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree
Responsibilities
- Guide clients through complex geotechnical designs and hazards, from proposal through construction management.
- Provide risk management and regulatory navigation to geotechnical engineering projects, including design recommendations for foundations, retaining walls, slope stability, and embankments.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide geotechnical input on transportation, hydroelectric, marine, and civil infrastructure projects.
- Review and prepare technical reports, proposals, design specifications, and recommendations for clients and stakeholders.
- Perform geotechnical modeling and analysis using industry-standard software such as GeoStudio, PLAXIS, or similar tools.
- Preparation of construction documents and provide construction support as required.
- Communicate effectively with clients, project teams, and regulatory agencies.
- Develop less experienced engineers and project managers in the coordination and management of projects.
Benefits
- Hybrid work opportunities
- Annual performance and salary review
- Vacation policy that aligns to your experience
- Paid OT, and sick days
- Flexible benefits, including RRSP, social, and mental well-being initiatives
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
