Geotechnical Lab Technologist

Calgary, AB
On-site
Posted Oct 14, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English

Job summary

Conduct geotechnical materials testing and reporting, including index, strength, and permeability tests. Perform field duties such as core logging, drilling supervision, and construction monitoring as required.

Job details

As a Geotechnical Lab Technologist, you will have the opportunity to work with Engineers and Project Managers on large-scale, world-class projects for the infrastructure, oil sands, and mining industry. This role will provide you with excellent technical challenges and an opportunity to work closely with other talented professionals committed to delivering high-quality engineering and environmental services to clients. This role will give you the opportunity to: * Use and grow your skills in a geotechnical lab * Respond to requests to conduct geotechnical materials testing and reporting * Conduct geotechnical index testing, including proctor, Particle Size Distribution (PSD) and Atterberg Limits testing together with advanced soil strength and permeability testing. * Engage in core logging, drilling supervision and construction monitoring, as needed Qualifications: * Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology * Experience performing and conducting advanced testing methodologies such as direct simple shear, triaxial test, hydrometers, etc. * Registered or eligible to register with ASET * Valid driver’s license * Willingness to travel * Eagerness to learn good engineering practice Along with continued career development, KCB offers: * Competitive wages. * Vacation policy that aligns to your experience. * Paid volunteer time, overtime, and sick days. * Professional registration support. * Retirement planning and flexibility through group RRSP options. * Flexible health benefits, including social and mental well-being initiatives. * Commitment to global Environmental, Social, and Governance standards. About Us: Klohn Crippen Berger Ltd. (KCB) is a multi-disciplinary consulting firm with five major business units providing engineering and environmental services in the mining, hydropower, transportation, ports, infrastructure, geotechnical, oil & gas, environmental, and water resources sectors. We offer a full range of services from our offices in North America, Australia, South America, and Europe. From our offices in Calgary, Edmonton, Saskatoon, York (UK), Naas (Ireland), Sweden and the Dominican Republic, our EMIE Group works on challenging projects in the Water, Power and Transportation, Energy, Mining, and Environmental market sectors. KCB is a platinum member of Canada’s Best Managed companies. We are committed to employment equity and encourage applications from all qualified career seekers. We offer professional career development tracks and salaries commensurate with experience and an attractive benefits package. Are you up to the challenge? If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, simply apply on-line with your résumé. We thank all candidates for applying, however only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Requires a Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology and experience with advanced geotechnical testing methodologies. Candidates must be eligible for ASET registration and possess a valid driver's license.