Geotechnical Engineer-In-Training

The Opportunity:

Tetra Tech is adding an Geotechnical Engineer-In-Training to our Geotechnical Engineering team based in Edmonton, AB.

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.

Your Role:

• Conducting geotechnical field investigations and site assessment.
• Conducting QC/QA construction monitoring and materials testing.
• Performing laboratory testing of soils, concrete and asphalt.
• Planning and directing foundation investigations for commercial, industrial, and high-rise developments.
• Preparing proposals, cost estimates, and scheduling of projects.
• Preparing reports and technical memos.
• Completing shallow and deep foundation design.
• Performing and reviewing slope stability analyses and designs. 
• Conducting and reviewing pavement evaluations and completing pavement designs.
• Field installation and monitoring of instrumentation, analyzing field data, and preparing detailed engineering reports and recommendations.
• Coordinating and conducting instrumented pile load tests, including analysis and reporting.  
• Communicating with clients and sub-consultants and internal stakeholders.
• Conducting activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
• Pursuing continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
• Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
• Additional duties as required.
   

Qualifications:

• Minimum of an Undergraduate degree in Geotechnical, Geological, or Civil Engineering.
• A minimum of 1 to 2 years’ experience in a geotechnical engineering capacity is preferred.
• Experience in a consulting engineering environment is considered an asset.
• Experience establishing and maintaining client relationships including business development. 
• Experience in site reconnaissance and investigations to assess site suitability for development of buildings, subdivisions, small dams; slope stability assessments.
• Experience in geohazards identification and assessment, analysis, and mitigation/remediation.
• Experience in laboratory testing, construction monitoring and materials testing.
• Experience writing internal and external reports and proposals.
• Strong people skills and an ability to work in a team environment.
• Experience using GeoStudio Products and MS Office is essential.
• Experience using FEM software such as Plaxis will be considered an asset.
• Experience using LPile, GRLWEAP, GTILT, and AutoCAD will be considered an asset.
• Excellent communication skills (both oral and written).