Intermediate /Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Company Description

Welcome to a place where people are at the heart of everything we do.

Welcome to people with an inspiring vision and who seek stimulating challenges. At CIMA+, you’ll find a place where you’ll have many opportunities to learn and develop while working on engaging projects. 

We are a firm 100% owned by its employees and we value a collaborative and entrepreneurial mindset. You will have the flexibility to manage your work on your own terms and define what work-life balance means to you. 

At CIMA+, you’ll find a place where everyone’s ideas and perspectives are welcomed and encouraged, a place where you’ll have many opportunities to learn and develop while working on projects that rally our team together, where you can proudly become a company shareholder. ​

At the end of the day, we’re proud to be able to say that when you join CIMA+, we’ll welcome you into a place that you can call home.

Job Description

At CIMA+, we are seeking a skilled and experienced Intermediate /Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will collaborate within multidisciplinary teams on exciting and complex projects, contributing significantly to the field of geotechnical engineering. You will play a key role in shaping our projects and driving success. 

Projects will involve the design and rehabilitation of various infrastructure, including roads, buildings, hydraulic structures, slope stability, soil dynamics, and both temporary and permanent retaining structures. You will have the opportunity to work with both public and private sector clients primarily in Ontario, with potential projects in other regions of Canada. 

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Conduct comprehensive geotechnical studies from planning to report writing, including drilling, laboratory testing, as well as design recommendations. 
• Evaluate geological and geotechnical data to assess the characteristics and behavior of soil and rock masses at construction sites, determining stability, load-bearing capacity, and settlement characteristics. 
• Inspect and conduct safety assessment and upgrading of concrete and earth dams. 
• Participate in tunnel and rock wall stability studies, including discontinuity surveys and potential sliding plans using a drone. 
• Coordinate studies, engineering, field work, subcontractors, and suppliers. 
• Contribute to the development of detailed geotechnical designs, technical drawings and construction specifications, ensuring compliance with industry standards and project requirements. 
• Prepare bid documents to respond to interdepartmental or public service offers 
• Collaborate with experienced draftsmen, prepare plans and specifications for earthworks, slope stabilization, bank protection, etc. 
• Mentor, train, and guide the work of other geotechnical engineers.

Qualifications

• A degree in Geotechnical Engineering or Civil Engineering with a focus on Geotechnical Engineering. 
• Post-graduate degree is considered an asset. 
• At least 5 years of experience in Geotechnical Engineering, preferably in a consulting environment, with a proven track record of leading complex studies and collaborating on multidisciplinary projects. 
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Ontario, or eligibility for registration with the Professional Engineers of Ontario (PEO). 
• Proficiency in geotechnical software applications for slope stability, drainage, and finite element analysis.
• Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams, including geotechnical and geological engineers, as well as environmental specialists. 

We offer a flexible hybrid work model, enabling a mix of remote and office-based work in Burlington or Mississauga, allowing you to balance your professional and personal commitments. 

If you’re passionate about geotechnical engineering and want to be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team, we encourage you to apply and contribute to our continued success! 

For more information contact Georgeta Suta.

In addition to financial compensation, CIMA+ offers:

• Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week.
• Flexible Health and Dental Care benefits to meet your family’s needs
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Access to physical, financial, mental, social and environmental well-being services
• Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with 4% employer contribution
• As an employee-owned company, an annual opportunity to purchase shares
• 37.5 hour work weeks with flexible work schedule in a hybrid work mode
• Work/Life balance policy across Canada
• Up to five (5) weeks of vacation: based on years of relevant experience
• Eleven (11) statutory holidays plus a personal paid day off
• Employee referral bonus program
• Group discounts on home and auto insurance, fitness memberships, technology, mortgages, and more
• Mentoring programs at local and national level
• Tailored training to improve your existing skills

Additional Information

Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+. That is why we are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates, regardless of their identity (race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-economic status or background, etc.).​

In keeping with the principles of employment equity, we encourage all applications, including, but not limited to, those from women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self-identification form when applying for employment.​

Accommodations are available on request. Your Business Partner will process your request.

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