Junior Rock Engineer - Vancouver

• Undergraduate and/or Graduate Degree in Geotechnical/Geological Engineering. Other relevant third-level academic qualifications will be considered based on the candidate's work experience and employment history. 
• 1-3 years or more of industry or consulting engineering experience with a variety of field and office-based experience. Less experienced candidates may be considered for other roles.
• Field experience which may include;
• Geological, geotechnical, and geomechanical rock core and test pit logging
• In-situ hydrogeological testing
• Monitoring instrumentation installations (standpipe piezometer, vibrating wire, and inclinometer), 
• Compilation of geomechanical and geotechnical borehole and test pit logs using gINT and/or Strater
• Geological and Geohazard mapping (including rock mass characterization, tunnel, and terrain mapping)
• Rockfall hazard and slope performance assessments
• Laboratory test sample selection and scheduling)
• Construction monitoring
• Design experience with kinematic stability and limit equilibrium analyses using software including the RocScience suite (Slide, Dips, RocPlane, RocSupport, RocFall, RS2, RS3, RocData) as well as the GeoStudio.
• Other relevant analysis software packages such Maptek, DanW, CAD, key block modeling (Leapfrog), hydrogeological modeling and numerical modeling (FLAC, UDEC) are considered a benefit. 
• Aerial photograph interpretation, roped access certification, blasting design, and/or supervision of construction activities such as rock slope support (anchors, bolts, shotcrete, dowels) or slope rehabilitation considered a benefit.
• Eligible to register as a professional engineer or geoscientist in the Province of British Columbia. 
• Soil mechanics experience including site investigation and design & analyses also considered a benefit.
• Strong people skills and an ability to work in a team environment. 
• Willing to travel and enjoy working in outdoor challenging environments, all year round. The candidate can expect to be working on rotation away from the office for extended periods during large field programs in remote locations and/or operating mine sites, particularly during the summer and fall months.
• Preferable candidate to be based in our Vancouver office, however, consideration will be given to candidates to be based from other Tetra Tech offices (Nanaimo, Revelstoke, Fernie, or Calgary). No relocation package is available for this posting.
• Remote working or a combination of office-based and working from home (Flex time) will be considered based on each individual candidate’s experience and location.

Additional Information

All qualified candidates will be considered for the role and will be eligible for relocation allowance if selected (if located outside of British Columbia).

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We offer a great place to work and an engaging culture that is based on innovation, collaboration, and integrity. Our compensation plan includes a competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package and excellent opportunities for growth and advancement.

Online applications are preferred. Tetra Tech is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.