Junior Geotechnical Engineer

at  CCI INC

This position is based out of our Calgary, Edmonton, or Prince George offices.
CCI Inc. is a leading multi-disciplinary engineering firm offering services in Engineering, Geotechnical, Construction Management, Environmental, Forestry, Planning & Reclamation, Wellpads & Access Roads and Pipeline Integrity. Since 2004, we have established ourselves as experts in Trenchless Technology and Open-Cut pipeline construction methods. We are a driving force in the continuing advancement of Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) systems including annular pressure modeling, intercept design projects, specialized pullhead design, and pipeline pull-force modelling.
As CCI Inc. has been named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for the 10th year in a row, now is the best time to join our winning team!

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

This position is responsible for undertaking field and office work, related to geotechnical investigation and laboratory testing activities. Duties will include some field supervision of geotechnical drilling/sampling, operation of a UTV mounted drill rig and hand auger drilling for geotechnical investigations, soil/bedrock sample review, laboratory testing, set up of instrumentation and collection of site data. The junior engineer will also assist with computer modelling (Slope stability and settlement analysis) to support senior individuals with their projects.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Field logging and supervision using UTV Mounted Drill Rig in the field for soil sampling.
• Operation of Hand Auger for targeted soil sampling (if required).
• Field logging and supervision of third-party subcontractors for geotechnical investigations.
• Assisting as a representative on site for settlement monitoring projects.
• Undertake site visits, as required to assess drilling equipment access to planned borehole locations and field measurement/checkups of instrumentation.
• Perform installation of geotechnical instrumentation and assist with data analysis.
• Data entry and documentation quality control.
• Assisting with proposals, reports and field planning in the office setting.
• Assisting with Computer modelling – Slope Stability, Settlement analysis and Pile loading analysis.
• Meeting project deadlines and quality requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Geotechnical studies or Civil Engineering Degree, with an interest in the geological/geotechnical engineering specialization.
• Certified Engineering Technologist certification will be considered.
• Working towards or currently holds registration as an Engineer-in-Training or Geologist-in-Training (E.I.T/G.I.T) in Alberta (APEGA)
• An excellent communicator and team player, able to work within a multi-disciplinary team environment with a positive attitude.
• Detail oriented, meticulous, and have strong organizational skills.
• Willingness to learn and take additional responsibilities.
• Has a current Driver’s license and supply a clean drivers abstract.
• Willing to supply a Negative 12 panel Drug and Alcohol test upon hire.

Please refer the Job description for details