Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer

BGC Engineering Inc.

Intermediate Geotechnical or Geological Engineer at BGC Engineering managing design and operation of tailings storage facilities. Collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure safety and compliance.

Posted 6/14/2026full-timeVancouver • 🇨🇦 CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$90,000 - CA$120,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Contribute to the design, construction, and operation of greenfield or existing tailings storage facilities.
Scope of work includes site investigation planning and execution, foundation and tailings characterization for geotechnical design, assessment of hazards and failure modes, stability analyses, development of construction drawings and specifications, construction oversight and quality assurance.
Respond to contractor and client requests for information.
Conduct dam safety inspections and instrumentation data review.
Provide records reporting.
Work in a multi-disciplinary team related to the performance of tailings storage facilities.
Conduct annual inspections and reporting (DSIs, etc.).
Present technical content to various stakeholders including clients, regulators, and independent technical review boards.
Support and coordinate field investigations, and construction activities in collaboration with contractors, clients, and multidisciplinary teams.
Train, mentor, and supervise technical work of junior to intermediate staff.
Help promote BGC vision, values, and culture amongst BGC staff.
Travel as required, which could occasionally include extended shifts at remote work sites and visits to North American BGC offices.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Demonstrated competency and experience working in tailings management for the responsibilities noted above.
Undergraduate degree in Civil or Geological Engineering.
Post-graduate degree in Geological, Geotechnical, or Civil Engineering is preferred.
Registered as a Professional Engineer.
5 + years of relevant work experience in tailings management and dam design.
Experienced in all phases of large tailings projects: investigation, design, construction, operations, and closure.
Strong leadership, analytical, project management, and communication skills.
A commitment to technical excellence.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package: Health, Dental and Vision coverage
LTD, Life, AD&D and Business Travel Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick, Holidays
Parental leave top ups
Professional development and mentoring opportunities
Flat management structure
Flexible workplace with office and home arrangements
Social and wellness activities
Casual and professional work environment

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Hard Skills & Tools

tailings managementgeotechnical designfoundation characterizationhazard assessmentstability analysesconstruction drawingsquality assurancedam safety inspectionsinstrumentation data reviewrecords reporting

Soft Skills

leadershipanalytical skillsproject managementcommunication skillsmentoringteam collaborationstakeholder presentationtechnical excellence

Certifications

Professional Engineer