Stantec

Intermediate/Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Stantec

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Yellowknife • Canada

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Job Level

Senior

About the role

  • 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

  • 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
  • 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.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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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.)