Geotechnical Engineer - Vancouver, BC

Vancouver, BC
On-site
Posted Sep 26, 2026
1 position

$90,000–$140,000 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Mid-Senior level
Application method: Apply on LinkedIn (LinkedIn sign-in required)

Job summary

Prepare geotechnical contract documentation, conduct testing and analysis, review tender documents, and maintain positive relationships with clients and stakeholders. Develop and defend design alternatives, support field construction activities, uphold safety requirements, and contribute to marketing and other project needs.

Job details

Geotechnical Engineer – Vancouver, BC Contact – Dave Banns (dbanns@theheadhunters.ca or 604.351.6753) Reporting to the Engineering Manager, we are looking for an Intermediate / Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join a growing and collaborative team based in Vancouver, BC. Due to strong client relationships and active growth plans across Western Canada, the organization is continuing to expand and is seeking an experienced professional to support a broad range of geotechnical and ground improvement projects. Besides offering an opportunity to play an integral role on exciting upcoming projects, those interested in professional and personal growth will appreciate the supportive and collaborative environment that has been created within the team. This role holds a pivotal position in delivering technical expertise and guidance for geotechnical projects, ensuring alignment with project objectives, fostering collaborative efforts, and maintaining high standards of performance and quality in ground improvement solutions. Geotechnical Engineer responsibilities: Develop professional geotechnical documentation for contracts and maintain positive relationships with clients and stakeholders. Conduct geotechnical testing, in-situ data processing, analysis, and tender documentation review. Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies, including wearing personal protective equipment, conducting risk assessments, and advocating for HSE. Prepare and defend design alternatives, participate in field construction activities, and contribute to construction process understanding. Assist in marketing design work and undertake any other tasks as required. The successful candidate has: Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in geotechnical engineering. Degree in Civil / Geotechnical Engineering, PEng an asset. Proficiency in foundation design, soil descriptions, consolidation, soil parameters, and typical geotechnical testing methods. Knowledge of ground improvement, piling, slope stability, liquefaction mitigation, and familiarity with BC's safety regulations and construction practices. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, Google Sketch, and geotechnical software tools. Compensation and benefits: The discussed salary range is $90,000-$140,000 depending on experience. Comprehensive benefits package. Opportunity to participate in company stock option plan. Additional perks and benefits. Only candidates already eligible to work in Canada will be reviewed. Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates need at least five years of relevant geotechnical engineering experience and a degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering; a PEng designation is an asset. They should be proficient in foundation design, soil analysis and testing, and familiar with ground improvement, piling, slope stability, liquefaction mitigation, BC safety regulations, construction practices, Microsoft Office, Google Sketch, and geotechnical software.