Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer (2025081908)
About the role
Overview
Thurber has an exciting opportunity for an Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer to join our team in Oakville, Ontario.
Thurber is a specialized consulting firm with a focus on geotechnical engineering. Our project work includes transportation, large and small infrastructure, natural hazards, development and more. We undertake challenging assignments that can include steep terrain, deep foundations, compressible soils, landslides, contamination, or other complications.
As our Geotechnical Engineer, you will work on varied projects and develop your skills with guidance and mentorship from our senior team.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and carry out surface and subsurface site investigations, including borehole logging, sampling of soil and rock and geological mapping;
- Coordinate and carry out field inspection of construction works and material testing of geotechnical materials;
- Prepare and write proposals and technical reports;
- Conduct geotechnical engineering analysis;
- Supervise technicians and junior engineers; and,
- Manage project schedule and budgets.
Qualifications and Assets
- Post-graduate degree in Geo-Engineering discipline such as Geotechnical Engineering, Geo-Environmental Engineering or Engineering Geology;
- Minimum 5 years of experience in Geo-engineering field in Canada;
- Eligible for registration with P.Eng or P.Geo;
- Prior experience in consulting engineering or construction is considered an asset;
- A high level of proficiency with current geotechnical software applications;
- Valid Ontario Driver’s License (G);
- Strong technical, oral and written communication skills;
- Exceptional analytical and project management skills; and,
- Ability to work independently and cooperate with a team in various environment.
Accessibility Accommodations
Thurber is committed to providing accessible service for our clients, employees, job applicants, suppliers, and visitors who may enter our premises, access our information, or use our services. We endeavor to provide equal opportunities to persons with disabilities. If you, as a job applicant, require accommodation to assist with your application or during our interviewing process, if you are selected for further screening, please let us know by email to HR@thurber.ca.
What we offer
Upon joining Thurber Engineering you’ll be welcomed into a casual, inclusive and professional office environment where open communication is valued at all levels. We’re eager to help our team reach their potential which is why many of our team members spend much of their career with us! Here are the benefits of working for us:
- Our flat organizational structure allows easy access to senior professionals, corporate leaders, and subject matter experts across the company for mentorship and feedback.
- Our culture is respectful, collaborative, inclusive, and fun.
- We offer financial support towards professional development.
- We provide health and dental coverage, a healthcare spending account, RRSP matching, and an Employee and Family assistance program with 24/7 support online or over the phone.
About Thurber
Thurber Engineering Ltd. provides environmental, geotechnical, and materials engineering and testing services. A Canadian-owned company since 1957, we are consistently recognized for the quality of our work, the knowledge of our people, and for conducting our business with integrity.
Our team continues to grow as we build our reputation by working closely with our clients to provide timely, high-value solutions and technical support. Thurber is wholly owned by our senior employees and operates from British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Ontario.
At Thurber, we know that our success can be attributed to the hard working, innovative group of people who come in every day ready and excited to take on new challenges and solve problems. We seek out team members who work hard, innovate, and operate with integrity. Our regional diversity gives us specialized knowledge of the various and complex geological and environmental conditions across Canada.
Our Vision:
Building Canada with great people and great ideas.
Our Mission:
Delivering specialist advice and services where projects meet the ground.
Our Values:
Passion and quality in what we do: working collaboratively, respectfully, sustainably, and safely.
- Put family first
- Pick up the phone
- Encourage creativity
- Work hard
Our Commitment:
We promise our clients, our people and our partners to:
- Serve our clients well.
- Meet changing client needs.
- Value our people and our communities.
- Build advantage by how we manage.
Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to work for a remarkable organization that takes pride in its employees
Job Type
- Full Time
Posted on
Tuesday, Aug 19, 2025
Location
- Oakville, ON
About Thurber Engineering Ltd.
Thurber Engineering Ltd. is a Canadian consulting firm wholly-owned by senior practising professionals. The company was founded in 1957, and has grown to employ over 500 engineers, geoscientists and technologists in 15 offices across Canada, providing a variety of Geotechnical, Geo-Environmental and Materials Engineering and Testing Services. Our staff are led by a core group of senior principals, specialists, and practising professionals who have many years of practical experience in a variety of technical specialties. They are supported by a dedicated project staff of engineers, scientists and technologists, who have access to our laboratory facilities, specialized field-testing equipment, innovative field instrumentation and state-of-the-art computer analysis techniques. The Thurber organization is set up to provide fast, efficient and economical service to our clients, with access to the resources of the entire company.
Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer (2025081908)
About the role
Overview
Thurber has an exciting opportunity for an Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer to join our team in Oakville, Ontario.
Thurber is a specialized consulting firm with a focus on geotechnical engineering. Our project work includes transportation, large and small infrastructure, natural hazards, development and more. We undertake challenging assignments that can include steep terrain, deep foundations, compressible soils, landslides, contamination, or other complications.
As our Geotechnical Engineer, you will work on varied projects and develop your skills with guidance and mentorship from our senior team.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and carry out surface and subsurface site investigations, including borehole logging, sampling of soil and rock and geological mapping;
- Coordinate and carry out field inspection of construction works and material testing of geotechnical materials;
- Prepare and write proposals and technical reports;
- Conduct geotechnical engineering analysis;
- Supervise technicians and junior engineers; and,
- Manage project schedule and budgets.
Qualifications and Assets
- Post-graduate degree in Geo-Engineering discipline such as Geotechnical Engineering, Geo-Environmental Engineering or Engineering Geology;
- Minimum 5 years of experience in Geo-engineering field in Canada;
- Eligible for registration with P.Eng or P.Geo;
- Prior experience in consulting engineering or construction is considered an asset;
- A high level of proficiency with current geotechnical software applications;
- Valid Ontario Driver’s License (G);
- Strong technical, oral and written communication skills;
- Exceptional analytical and project management skills; and,
- Ability to work independently and cooperate with a team in various environment.
Accessibility Accommodations
Thurber is committed to providing accessible service for our clients, employees, job applicants, suppliers, and visitors who may enter our premises, access our information, or use our services. We endeavor to provide equal opportunities to persons with disabilities. If you, as a job applicant, require accommodation to assist with your application or during our interviewing process, if you are selected for further screening, please let us know by email to HR@thurber.ca.
What we offer
Upon joining Thurber Engineering you’ll be welcomed into a casual, inclusive and professional office environment where open communication is valued at all levels. We’re eager to help our team reach their potential which is why many of our team members spend much of their career with us! Here are the benefits of working for us:
- Our flat organizational structure allows easy access to senior professionals, corporate leaders, and subject matter experts across the company for mentorship and feedback.
- Our culture is respectful, collaborative, inclusive, and fun.
- We offer financial support towards professional development.
- We provide health and dental coverage, a healthcare spending account, RRSP matching, and an Employee and Family assistance program with 24/7 support online or over the phone.
About Thurber
Thurber Engineering Ltd. provides environmental, geotechnical, and materials engineering and testing services. A Canadian-owned company since 1957, we are consistently recognized for the quality of our work, the knowledge of our people, and for conducting our business with integrity.
Our team continues to grow as we build our reputation by working closely with our clients to provide timely, high-value solutions and technical support. Thurber is wholly owned by our senior employees and operates from British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Ontario.
At Thurber, we know that our success can be attributed to the hard working, innovative group of people who come in every day ready and excited to take on new challenges and solve problems. We seek out team members who work hard, innovate, and operate with integrity. Our regional diversity gives us specialized knowledge of the various and complex geological and environmental conditions across Canada.
Our Vision:
Building Canada with great people and great ideas.
Our Mission:
Delivering specialist advice and services where projects meet the ground.
Our Values:
Passion and quality in what we do: working collaboratively, respectfully, sustainably, and safely.
- Put family first
- Pick up the phone
- Encourage creativity
- Work hard
Our Commitment:
We promise our clients, our people and our partners to:
- Serve our clients well.
- Meet changing client needs.
- Value our people and our communities.
- Build advantage by how we manage.
Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to work for a remarkable organization that takes pride in its employees
Job Type
- Full Time
Posted on
Tuesday, Aug 19, 2025
Location
- Oakville, ON
About Thurber Engineering Ltd.
Thurber Engineering Ltd. is a Canadian consulting firm wholly-owned by senior practising professionals. The company was founded in 1957, and has grown to employ over 500 engineers, geoscientists and technologists in 15 offices across Canada, providing a variety of Geotechnical, Geo-Environmental and Materials Engineering and Testing Services. Our staff are led by a core group of senior principals, specialists, and practising professionals who have many years of practical experience in a variety of technical specialties. They are supported by a dedicated project staff of engineers, scientists and technologists, who have access to our laboratory facilities, specialized field-testing equipment, innovative field instrumentation and state-of-the-art computer analysis techniques. The Thurber organization is set up to provide fast, efficient and economical service to our clients, with access to the resources of the entire company.