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Job Description

GEI is seeking respected professionals who aspire to have a positive impact on GEI’s geotechnical design team and are interested in working collaboratively with a talented team of design, management, and technical leaders. GEI will provide a unique opportunity to collaborate across multiple practices to successfully deliver geotechnical design/engineering solutions for our clients in the Ontario Market. 

The Canadian operation of GEI is expanding in the Ontario market and GEI is looking for a Junior Geotechnical Engineer to join our existing technical team working on projects across Ontario. This position is based in GEI’s office in Barrie, Ontario, and includes regular full-time work (40 hours per week).

Primary Responsibilities:

• Perform geotechnical and geological engineering tasks including field investigations; logging of soil and rock; performance of geotechnical in-situ tests; coordination of laboratory testing; installation and monitoring of geotechnical instrumentation; site characterization, engineering analyses (foundation, earthwork, slope stability, seepage, etc.), calculations; and design of varied infrastructure projects under the supervision of an experienced engineer.
• Perform engineering analyses, prepare technical memos, reports, construction specifications and other written documentation. 
• Prepare design drawings using computer aided design and drafting equipment.
• Prepare cost estimates, schedules and construction documents, monitor construction activities in the field. 
• Oversight of contractors (drillers, earth work, laboratory vendors, etc.) 
• Support environmental projects such as Phase One & Two Environmental Site Assessments and Hydrogeological Studies on an as-needed basis
• Ability to spend time in the field, depending on experience level/project specifics.

Qualifications

• B.S./M.S. degree in Civil Engineering with Geotechnical emphasis or related field.
• Three (3) to six (6) years of experience. P. Eng. certification required (or will receive within 6 months).
• Excellent communication, time management and organizational skills required. Ability to perform field investigation activities and manage contractors and field crews.
• Strong fundamental knowledge of geologic and/or geotechnical engineering principles, soil and rock mechanics, and engineering design.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, excellent computer skills with technical analysis software, MS Office, etc.
• Valid driver’s license with access to a personal vehicle.

Benefits

• Market-Competitive Compensation
• Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision and More
• Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
• Rewards and Recognition
• RRSP program and more…

GEI is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, Aboriginal/Indigenous status or any other factors considered discriminatory. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, we will work with you to meet your needs.