Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer

The Opportunity:

Tetra Tech is adding a Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer to our Geotechnical Engineering team based in Vancouver, BC.  
 
 

Why Tetra Tech:

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science™ to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 500 million lives around the world. 

 

Your Impact:

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.
 

The salary range for this position is $90,000 to $120,000 per annum. Please note that Tetra Tech considers various factors in determining pay, including but not limited to: education, relevant and demonstrated work experience in the role, skills, geographic location, qualifications, certifications, and other competencies relevant to the needs of the business. 

 

Your Role:
 

• Developing and applying practical technical solutions for a range of geotechnical applications, including foundation design in seismically active environments.
• Preparing technical letters, reports, proposals, calculations, and other project documentation with guidance from senior technical staff.
• Providing technical guidance and support to junior staff and co-op students, as appropriate.
• Supporting project planning, resource coordination, scheduling, and budget management to help deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Communicating and coordinating with coworkers, clients, contractors, and subconsultants throughout project delivery.
• Planning and coordinating field programs, including site explorations, field observations, testing, and data collection.
• Analyzing geotechnical information and preparing geotechnical evaluation reports, recommendations, and site-development guidance.
• Reviewing technical work prepared by junior staff and providing feedback to support quality and consistency.
• Participating in the design of civil earthwork structures and assisting with the preparation of construction specifications.
• Participating in the design of linear infrastructure, including pipelines, water mains, transmission lines, highways, and bridge foundations.
• Contributing to the design and assessment of marine and port infrastructure, hospitals, community centres, commercial buildings, residential towers, and other developments.
• Participating in geohazard assessments, including terrain mapping, hazard mapping, and risk assessments.
• Applying engineering judgment to identify potential geotechnical risks and recommending practical solutions under the direction of senior engineers.
• Coordinating with project teams to support construction activities, respond to technical questions, and address field-related geotechnical issues.
  
   

Qualifications:
 

• A Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Approximately 5–8 years of relevant geotechnical engineering and foundation design experience.
• Experience with seismic design, soft ground conditions, geotechnical reconnaissance, and site characterization is considered an asset.
• Experience supporting or coordinating geotechnical explorations, field programs, and site assessments.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare technical reports, letters, calculations, and other project documentation with guidance from senior engineers.
• A solid understanding of geotechnical engineering principles, including soil mechanics, foundation engineering, and site development.
• Experience with engineering design and analysis software.
• An interest in proposal preparation, client communication, and contributing to business development activities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a consulting environment and manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Registered or eligible to register as a Professional Engineer in British Columbia.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to travel throughout Western Canada and participate in field assignments that may last up to three or four weeks at a time.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.