Intermediate/Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Stantec

Intermediate/Senior Geotechnical Engineer specializing in Northern Climate Geotechnical Engineering at Stantec. Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on varied engineering projects focusing on sustainability and innovation.

Posted 4/15/2026full-timeYellowknife • 🇨🇦 CanadaSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build the foundation for a successful career in geotechnical engineering with a great team.
Apply your growing expertise while learning from experienced engineers and contributing to high-quality deliverables.
Assess geological and geotechnical conditions and carry out rock mass characterization.
Conduct engineering analyses and design for a variety of soil and rock engineering and geotechnical projects related to slope stability, excavations, foundations, permafrost, and mining.
Perform occasional field work, which may include visual site inspections, geological mapping, UAV or terrestrial photogrammetry, and monitoring of borehole drilling.
Coordinate with project teams across Canada and abroad and contribute to a supportive, growth-focused environment.
Mentor junior staff to expand our northern climate geotechnical engineering team.
Take ownership of tasks within small to mid-sized projects—supporting planning, analysis, reporting, and client communication with mentorship from senior staff.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of engineering (such as Civil, Geotechnical, Geological, or Mining Engineering, or Engineering Geology) from a recognized university.
10-15 years of experience in geotechnical engineering or related services.
Registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or Professional Geoscientist (P.Geo.) in good standing with NAPEG, or eligible for registration if transferring from another province.
Valid Canadian driver’s license with access to a vehicle.
Ability to live and work in Canada.
Residing in Yellowknife or willing to relocate.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Small business environment, backed by large company resources.
Gain experience and knowledge from senior engineers who are eager to guide and mentor you on your professional growth journey.
Work on complex and diverse projects of varying sizes, expanding your technical and project management skills.
Flexible work environment that promotes a balanced lifestyle.
Access to innovative tools and technology, empowering you to deliver high-quality solutions.
Collaborate and grow within a global, multidisciplinary team leveraging worldwide expertise.
Ongoing opportunities for professional development, personal career growth and leadership pathways.
Competitive salary and benefits package.

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Hard Skills & Tools

geotechnical engineeringrock mass characterizationengineering analysesslope stabilityexcavationsfoundationspermafrostmining engineeringgeological mappingphotogrammetry

Soft Skills

mentoringteam coordinationclient communicationownership of taskssupportive environment

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in engineeringProfessional Engineer (P.Eng.)Professional Geoscientist (P.Geo.)