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Geotechnical Engineer (Intermediate)
@ Stantec
Burnaby, British Columbia
Overview
Stantec is hiring an intermediate geotechnical engineer to lead geotechnical projects, make engineering decisions and mentor developing engineers. The role combines office and field work on interdisciplinary and geotechnical teams, with hybrid or remote options and flexible benefits stated in the posting.
Responsibilities:
- Manage geotechnical projects of various sizes
- Lead proposals and make engineering decisions
- Provide sound geotechnical engineering recommendations
- Serve as primary client contact
- Mentor and coach developing engineers
Requirements summary:
- Undergraduate degree in geological, civil or geotechnical engineering
- 6+ years of relevant industry experience
- Registered professional engineer with Engineers and Geoscientists BC
- Experience with GeoStudio, LeapFrog and Rocscience
- Strong report writing and communication skills
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-25
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-23
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Engineering |
| Experience | 6+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Work setting | Office, Outdoors, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required), Master’s degree (preferred), Doctorate (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Geological Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Tuition support, Stock or equity, Wellness |
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Stantec
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Stantec empowers clients, people, and communities to rise to the world’s greatest challenges at a time when the world faces more unprecedented concerns than ever before. We are a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. Our professionals deliver the expertise, technology, and innovation communities need to manage aging infrastructure, demographic and population changes, the energy transition, and more. Today’s communities transcend geographic borders. At Stantec, community means everyone with an interest in the work that we do—from our project teams and industry colleagues to our clients and the people our work impacts. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We are designers, engineers, scientists, project managers, and strategic advisors. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible. Stantec trades on the TSX and the NYSE under the symbol STN. Recruitment fraud notice: All legitimate Stantec career opportunities are posted exclusively at www.stantec.jobs and candidate applications and employment offers are managed through our secure applicant tracking system. Stantec will only contact candidates using official email addresses ending in @stantec.com and does not send job offers as email attachments. Stantec never requests application fees and money transfers in the recruitment process or banking information via email. We also do not send payments for the purchase of office supplies or equipment. Any communication offering employment outside of our official recruitment process should be considered fraudulent.
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Stantec empowers clients, people, and communities to rise to the world’s greatest challenges at a time when the world faces more unprecedented concerns than ever before. We are a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. Our professionals deliver the expertise, technology, and innovation communities need to manage aging infrastructure, demographic and population changes…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Business Consulting and Services |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Edmonton, Alberta |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Specialties | consultingplanningarchitectureengineeringenvironmentalinterior designlandscapesurveyingand project management |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 589 |
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Make a Lasting Impact with Stantec
Are you a passionate about making a positive impact in communities across Canada and Globally? At Stantec, we’re dedicated to creating sustainable and innovative solutions that shape a better world. As an Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer you’ll join a collaborative, forward-thinking team tackling complex geotechnical projects in a supportive and inclusive environment.
We offer flexible work arrangements, competitive compensation, and a strong commitment to your professional growth. At Stantec, you’ll find the flexibility to shape your career path with opportunities to deepen your technical expertise, explore project leadership, strengthen client engagement, or pursue new areas of interest. If you’re ready to advance your career while working on projects that truly matter, we invite you to bring your expertise and passion to Stantec.
Your Opportunity
Why Join Us?
- Meaningful Work: Contribute to major projects that protect communities, support sustainable development, and are critical to improving resiliency as we adapt our new and existing infrastructure in response to a changing climate.
- People-Focused Culture: Be part of a close-knit, diverse team where your voice is heard and your growth is supported.
- Small-Company Feel, Big-Company Resources: Experience the agility and camaraderie of a small business, backed by the resources and opportunities of a global leader.
- Innovative Environment: Leverage cutting-edge tools (UAVs, AI-integrated solutions) and contribute to Stantec’s Innovation Office and Digital Center of Excellence.
- Career Advancement: Navigate your professional journey with Stantec’s Career Advancement Wheel, offering structured pathways for technical growth, leadership, and cross-disciplinary exploration.
- Technical Leadership: Apply your expertise to collaborate with and work alongside industry leaders and mentor junior staff though complex analyses and developing high-quality deliverables.
- Flexibility: Enjoy Hybrid and remote work options, flexible benefits, and vacation policies that align with your experience.
Your Key Responsibilities
What You’ll Do:
Our geotechnical practitioners work collaboratively to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions to our clients and communities on unique projects Nationally and Globally. As an intermediate geotechnical engineer, you will have the opportunity to:
- Work on both interdisciplinary and geotechnical specific project teams, you will provide sound geotechnical engineering recommendations, with an opportunity to push your skills to the next level with an experienced team and demonstrate your ability to bring innovation to our field of practice.
- Develop, promote, and maintain relationships with internal and external clients, as the primary point of contact;
- Manage geotechnical projects of various sizes;
- Lead proposals, make engineering decisions, and be responsible for the delivery of projects;
- Work with more senior engineers to provide technical services in the field and office environments;
- Provide mentorship and coaching to developing engineers;
- Communicate effectively with clients, geotechnical and project team members and Stantec colleagues from across North America.
- Promote strong workplace health and safety practices;
- Represent Stantec in the community, with local geotechnical societies, and University settings to raise brand awareness.
- Contribute to technical papers, conference proceedings, committees and technical working groups.
Education and Experience
What We’re Looking For:
- An undergraduate degree in Geological, Civil, or Geotechnical Engineering (Masters or PhD an asset).
- 6+ years of relevant industry experience.
- Registered as a professional engineer with Engineers and Geoscientist BC
- Knowledge of relevant British Columbia and Canadian codes, guidelines and standards.
- Experience with standard geotechnical software solutions (GeoStudio™, LeapFrog, Rocscience).
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and within a team.
- Proactive approach and strong problem-solving skills.
- Passion for making a positive impact through engineering.
- Effective communication skills, including report writing and client engagement.
- Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, continuous improvement and mentorship of developing engineers.
- Commitment to technical excellence and mentorship. Active participation in professional associations and technical communities is an asset.
Are you a motivated individual who does not meet all the desired criteria? We still encourage you to apply. We value diverse experiences and perspectives.
Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
About Stantec
Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.
Ready to make a difference?
If you’re an experienced engineer looking for a new challenge, we want to meet you! Apply now and start your journey with Stantec. #INDES
Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.
Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.
Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account.
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Build the foundation for a successful career in geotechnical engineering with a great team. When we say we’re full-service, we mean it. You’ll find us in the office, on site, and in the lab. We work in and outdoors, above and below ground, over and under water, on projects large and small. From field exploration and lab testing to designing and managing the construction of complex geotechnical structures, our team does rock-solid work.
Join our team and discover the opportunities that await.
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