Geotechnical Designer
Company
Stantec
Location
York ON
Type
Full Time
Job Description
Your Opportunity
Stantec is seeking candidates to join our US Geotechnical Team as an Intermediate Geotechnical Designer reporting to our Salt Lake City, Utah office. The candidate will be responsible for geotechnical engineering tasks across the full mining life cycle (concept to closure) for tailings storage facilities, waste rock management structures, pit walls and other mine infrastructure. The applicant will work with teams to complete geotechnical site investigation and monitoring, analyses, design, and reporting. Most importantly, the applicant will complete analysis tasks which require specific knowledge of machine learning, remote sensing applications and use of geospatial data to assess and respond to geohazards.
This position will require a passionate and organized individual who can contribute to the development of project scopes, budgets and schedules, site investigations and characterization, detailed designs, and prepare expertly written reports. An ideal candidate will have a broad range of geotechnical experience as well as specific knowledge of machine learning and remote geotechnical sensing systems. Domestic and international travel may be required. Employment is full time, Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week. The qualified applicant may be based in our Boston, Massachusetts office if they prefer.
Your Key Responsibilities
- Contribute to an innovative and collaborative work environment where creativity is valued and encouraged.
- Mentor junior geotechnical staff members.
- Carry out geotechnical engineering investigation, analysis and design which leverages knowledge of machine learning and remote sensing applications for analysis of geospatial and geotechnical data.
- Follow safe work practices and adhere to company and client guidelines and policies for planning and executing work in a safe manner.
- Prepare technical memoranda and reports pertaining to field investigations and design studies.
Your Capabilities and Credentials
- Exceptional technical writing, organizational and communication skills, ability to complete accurate and precise analysis and verify results, a deep commitment to technical excellence and innovative solutions. Specific education and/or experience with machine learning and remote sensing applications.
- Experience with mine geotechnical investigation, analysis, design, construction, performance monitoring and mitigation of tailings and water dams, pit walls, and rock storage facilities.
- Ability to work independently and make sound risk-based decisions in the office and in the field.
- Ability to mentor younger professionals.
Education and Experience
- Minimum of an M.S. in Civil Engineering with preference given to Ph.D.
- 5+ years of experience working on civil and/or mine geotechnical engineering projects. Advanced education will be considered as part of required experience for degrees which focus on our required area of expertise - machine learning and remote sensing applications for geohazard and geotechnical applications.
- Existing professional registration (EIT) or ability to obtain within 3-6 months of starting work.
- Valid driver's license.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. At Stantec, we live our corporate values every day. The experience will forever shape your future. #FeelingEnergized
Date Posted
11/04/2022
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