Posted 3 months ago
Junior Geotechnical Engineer (EIT)
@ DMC Engineering
Kelowna, British Columbia
Overview
DMC Engineering, an employee-owned consulting firm in British Columbia, is hiring a Junior Geotechnical Engineer (EIT) full-time. The work covers site characterization, embankment design, stability modelling and project coordination for public, commercial and dam projects, with field investigation and mentorship from senior engineers. Applications are by email with a cover letter by August 30, 2026.
Pay:
$65,000–$85,000 a year
Responsibilities:
- Conduct geotechnical site characterization and field investigation
- Design embankments and model slope stability
- Manage multiple projects with minimal supervision
- Produce clear, well-reasoned technical deliverables
- Communicate with clients on public, commercial and dam projects
Requirements summary:
- Bachelor's degree in civil or geological engineering
- Minimum 2 years of geotechnical experience
- P.Eng. registered or eligible in BC
- Previous project management experience
- Valid Class 5 driver's licence with clean record
- Legally eligible to work in Canada
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · breezy
- Employer posting date
- 2026-08-11
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-16
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Engineering |
| Experience | 2+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Client sites, Outdoors, Office |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | P.Eng. |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering |
| Perks mentioned | Performance bonus, Paid training |
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DMC Engineering
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 3 |
DMC, an employee-owned engineering consulting firm in BC, is growing, and we’re looking for a Geotechnical Engineer who’s ready to help us keep the momentum moving. Our expanding Geotechnical Group works across British Columbia, delivering practical, high‑quality engineering grounded in strong fundamentals and a culture that values collaboration, clarity, and a steady beat. With more than 60 years of collective geotechnical experience in our corner, we bring technical depth and a mentoring culture that keeps people learning, growing, and stepping confidently into bigger roles.
We’re seeking a technically strong engineer with proven experience in project management, geotechnical site characterization, embankment design, and stability modelling. The ideal candidate will have co‑op or early career experience in field investigation and construction, communicate confidently with clients, and produce clear, well‑reasoned technical deliverables under the mentorship of DMC’s senior engineers. If you value solid engineering and clear communication, you’ll fit right in at DMC.
DMC supports a wide range of projects, including public infrastructure, commercial and industrial structures, dams, and residential subdivision construction. Our clients include provincial agencies, municipalities, First Nation communities, architects, developers, and contractors throughout BC. We take pride in delivering work that’s grounded, reliable, and built to stand the test of time which is the engineering equivalent of a clean beat.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geological Engineering (minimum)
- Minimum 2 years of relevant geotechnical engineering experience
- Registered, or eligible for registration, as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in BC
- Strong technical writing, communication, and project coordination skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and work independently with minimal supervision
- Previous project management experience
- Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
- Valid Class 5 driver’s license (or equivalent) with a clean driving record
- Legally eligible to work in Canada
- Strong work ethic with a drive to excel and deliver high‑quality work
- Effective communicator with excellent oral and written skills
- Able to work independently or collaboratively within a team environment
Supplementary Skills:
- Experience conducting geotechnical site investigations
- Familiarity with industry standard geotechnical software (e.g., gINT, CPeT IT, L Pile, GROUP, Settle3D, Slide, SHAKE)
- Background in materials testing and construction inspection
The Rewards:
In exchange for your hard work and dedication, you will receive a highly competitive annual salary along with a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Extended health and dental coverage
- Profit sharing opportunities
- Reimbursement of applicable professional membership dues
- Employee share options
- Opportunities for paid training and professional development (role dependent)
Upon joining DMC, you will be welcomed into a close-knit and cohesive organization with excellent company culture and a range of social events. Our team brings deep experience across a wide range of consulting services, supporting First Nation communities, provincial agencies, municipalities, architects, developers, and contracting firms throughout BC. Backed by a trusted network of associates, we’re able to scale our expertise across western Canada and beyond — keeping projects moving and the momentum strong.
How To Apply:
Please apply via email with a cover letter on or before August 30, 2026. Thank you for your interest in DMC Engineering Inc. Only qualified candidate’s will be considered for this position and only those short listed will be contacted for an interview.
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