THE OPPORTUNITY:

Tetra Tech is adding Junior Geotechnical Engineer to our Geotechnical Engineering team based in Calgary, AB

Qualifications:

• Minimum of an Undergraduate degree in either Geotechnical Geological, or Civil Engineering.
• Experience in a consulting engineering environment would be considered an asset but is not mandatory.
• Possess good technical writing skills.
• Strong people skills and an ability to work in a team environment.
• Previous experience using AutoCAD, GeoStudio products and MS office is essential.
• Previous experience working in the geotechnical or civil engineering is preferred.
• Excellent communication skills (both oral and written), teamwork and mentorship skills are essential.
• Good time management skills, the ability to work with minimal supervision and the ability to contribute to the project by being a team player.
• Candidates must be prepared to undertake field assignments, generally within western Canada.
• Must be physically capable of performing the manual field duties required.
• Must be or eligible to register as an Engineer in Training (EIT) in Alberta.
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada without sponsorship.
• Possess a valid Alberta Class 5 driver’s license (or equivalent)

• Working in all aspects of geotechnical investigations..
• Supervise geotechnical drilling programs including classification of soils and bedrock.
• Perform installation of geotechnical instrumentation such as piezometers, vibrating wires, settlement plates, slope inclinometers, etc.).
• Monitor construction activities such as bearing inspections, pile installation, and deep fills.
• Evaluating geotechnical conditions for the design and construction of residential, industrial, and commercial facilities.
• Evaluating geotechnical conditions for the design and construction of infrastructure developments such as roads, culverts, retaining walls, and bridges.
• Working in all aspects of geotechnical investigations from program proposals, design, field execution to data analysis.
• Using field data to prepare factual and interpretative engineering reports with the support of senior staff.
• Communicating with clients, sub-consultants, and internal stakeholders.
• Assisting senior staff in assigned tasks related to desktop studies, geotechnical analyses, and cost estimate preparation.
• Collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams in data collections and analyses.
• Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
• Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
• Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
• Additional duties as required.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of an Undergraduate degree in either Geotechnical Geological, or Civil Engineering.
• Experience in a consulting engineering environment would be considered an asset but is not mandatory.
• Possess good technical writing skills.
• Strong people skills and an ability to work in a team environment.
• Previous experience using AutoCAD, GeoStudio products and MS office is essential.
• Previous experience working in the geotechnical or civil engineering is preferred.
• Excellent communication skills (both oral and written), teamwork and mentorship skills are essential.
• Good time management skills, the ability to work with minimal supervision and the ability to contribute to the project by being a team player.
• Candidates must be prepared to undertake field assignments, generally within western Canada.
• Must be physically capable of performing the manual field duties required.
• Must be or eligible to register as an Engineer in Training (EIT) in Alberta.
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada without sponsorship.
• Possess a valid Alberta Class 5 driver’s license (or equivalent).