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Geotechnical Engineer

AECOM Ottawa, ON Hybrid full-time

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Description

We are seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join our growing team in Ottawa, Ontario. As a Geotechnical Engineer, you will work on various civil/geotechnical engineering projects in a multi-discipline project team environment. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Developing cost-effective, practical civil/geotechnical engineering designs and construction solutions for clients
  • Conducting geotechnical analysis, design, and reporting related to transportation, municipal, building, environmental, and energy projects
  • Preparing proposals for projects of varying complexity for various geotechnical scopes of work
  • Writing geotechnical reports and proposals for geotechnical projects
  • Managing projects and acting as a technical resource for the team
  • Maintaining quality throughout a project and implementing improvements when necessary
  • Building positive working relationships with client contacts, suppliers, subcontractors, and other external agencies

The successful candidate will have a key role in the development and growth of our geotechnical team in Ottawa. You will have the opportunity to work on major transportation, water resources, marine, civil infrastructure, and building projects.

To be considered, you must have:

  • A degree in civil or geotechnical engineering
  • Current registration as a Professional Engineer in Ontario
  • At least 4 years of industry experience in providing practical civil and geotechnical engineering services
  • Experience in writing geotechnical investigation reports and proposals, project management, and supervision of staff

Preferred qualifications include:

  • Postgraduate degree in engineering
  • Registration as a Professional Engineer in Quebec
  • MTO experience
  • 8+ years of industry experience in providing practical civil and geotechnical engineering services

At AECOM, we offer comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

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Skills

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Nice to have

  • postgraduate degree in engineering
  • MTO experience
  • Registration as a Professional Engineer in Quebec

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