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Senior Geotechnical Engineer

@ GEMTEC Consulting Engineers and Scientists Limited.

Greater Sudbury, Ontario

$120k–$170k/yrHybridFull-time12+ years experience
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Overview

GEMTEC Consulting Engineers and Scientists Limited is hiring a Senior Geotechnical Engineer for its Sudbury office, with other GTA locations possible. The role leads geotechnical work on large interdisciplinary projects, covering field work, analysis, design recommendations, reporting, project management and mentoring staff. The posting states a full-time salaried position at $120,000 to $170,000 per year, a 37.5-hour week, and a year-end profit sharing bonus.

Pay:

$120,000–$170,000 a year

Responsibilities:

  • Lead geotechnical work on large interdisciplinary projects
  • Write geotechnical design recommendations and reports
  • Prepare proposals, budgets and schedules
  • Supervise field work and inspections
  • Mentor and supervise junior and intermediate staff

Requirements summary:

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Geological Engineering
  • 12+ years of geotechnical engineering experience
  • Registered Professional Engineer in Ontario
  • Experience with Slope/W, Seep/W, Sigma/W, Slide, Settle3D or FLAC
  • Excellent written and verbal English communication
  • Valid driver's licence and reliable vehicle

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Benefits mentioned

Health insuranceDentalRetirement planPaid time off
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-08-16
First seen by our source
2026-10-08
Source record updated
2026-10-23

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Job details

SenioritySenior
DepartmentEngineering
Experience12+ years
Manages peopleYes
Hours per week37.5
Scheduleday
Travelground: moderate
Work settingOffice, Client sites, Outdoors
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical low · computer high
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsProfessional Engineer (Ontario)
Driver’s licencerequired, own vehicle
EducationBachelor’s degree (required)
Fields of studyCivil Engineering, Geological Engineering
Perks mentionedGenerous paid time off, Retirement plan, Performance bonus

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GEMTEC Consulting Engineers and Scientists Limited.

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Responsibly Shaping the Canadian Landscape, One Project at a Time.

Full company description

Responsibly Shaping the Canadian Landscape, One Project at a Time. Since 1986, GEMTEC has grown from a small New Brunswick geotechnical engineering, materials testing and environmental engineering firm into a leading multidisciplinary company with offices and CCIL-certified laboratories across Eastern and Atlantic Canada. Employee-owned with more than 150 engineers, scientists, technical personnel and support staff, GEMTEC is founded on the solid technical expertise and experience of our highly educated and skilled specialists. For over 30 years, we have served our clients and the public interest with honesty and respect, while providing cost-effective and innovative solutions. GEMTEC is built on a solid foundation of experience, knowledge and integrity. Build on GEMTEC. GROW WITH US! Build a career with GEMTEC. Our people and culture are at the base of what sets us apart. We have an incredibly knowledgeable, collaborative team of experts who love to solve problems. Our leadership team believes that growth comes from challenging work and learning opportunities. Continuous improvement through certification seminars, continuing studies, industry conferences, mentorship programs, job shadowing are just a few examples of how we invest back to talent members. We are an equal-opportunity employer and are committed to providing a safe, inclusive atmosphere where independent thought can grow. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and love solving problems, we invite you to browse open roles below. If you don’t see something open now, we may be looking tomorrow, please feel welcome to submit your resume to [email protected]. GEMTEC Limited has offices in the following locations: New Brunswick (HQ) - Fredericton New Brunswick - Moncton New Brunswick - Saint John New Brunswick - Bathurst New Brunswick - Grand Falls Newfoundland - St. John's Nova Scotia - Halifax Quebec - Montreal Ontario - Ottawa Ontario - Petawawa Ontario - GTA (Oshawa) Ontario - Barrie

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People associated on LinkedIn
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Reported office locations
  • 124 Greenview Dr, Hanwell, New Brunswick E3C 2A5, CA
  • 589 Rothesay Avenue, Saint John, New Brunswick E2H 2G9, CA
  • 11 Akerley Blvd, 450, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia B3B 1V7, CA
  • 19 Dundee Ave, Mt. Pearl, Newfoundland and Labrador A1N 4R6, CA
  • 11 Cooke Dr, Moncton, New Brunswick E1E 0J1, CA
  • 1854 Miramichi Ave, Bathurst, New Brunswick E2A 1Y5, CA
  • 389 Saint-André Rd, Saint-André, New Brunswick E3Z 3E9, CA
  • 825 Boulevard Guimond, Longueuil, Quebec J4G 2M7, CA
  • 32 Steacie Dr, Kanata, Ontario K2K 2A9, CA
  • 1100 Bennett Rd, Unit 4, Bowmanville, Ontario L1C 0Y7, CA
  • 44 Cedar Pointe Dr, Unit 1102, Barrie, Ontario L4N 5R7, CA
  • 142 Industrial Ave, Petawawa, Ontario K8H 2W8, CA
  • 124 Greenview Dr, Hanwell, New Brunswick E3C 2A5, CA
  • 6695 Millcreek Dr, Unit 7, Mississauga, Ontario L5N 5R8, CA
Business categories
  • Field Support
  • Environmental Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
Other recorded names
  • GEMTEC Consulting Engineers and Scientists Limited.
  • GEMTEC Consulting Engineers & Scientists Limited
Specialties
  • Geophysics
  • Geotehnical
  • Engineering
  • Science
  • Environmental
  • and Hydrogeology
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Reported total investment
0

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Responsibly Shaping the Canadian Landscape, One Project at a Time. Since 1986, GEMTEC has grown from a small New Brunswick geotechnical engineering, materials testing and environmental engineering firm into a leading multidisciplinary company with offices and CCIL-certified laboratories across Eastern and Atlantic Canada. Employee-owned with more than 150 engineers, scientists, technical personnel and support…

FieldValue
IndustryCivil Engineering
Company size201-500 employees
HeadquartersHanwell, New Brunswick
Organization typePrivately Held
Year founded1986
SpecialtiesGeophysicsGeotehnicalEngineeringScienceEnvironmentaland Hydrogeology
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Job description

GEMTEC is on the move and looking for entrepreneurs just like us to fuel our expansion in Ontario. Our presence in Ontario is expanding, and we are searching for various roles throughout the GTA, including a Senior Geotechnical Engineer within our Geotechnical Division based in our Sudbury office (Other office locations may be considered for the right candidate). We have created a challenging and inviting workplace, where individuals are provided the opportunity to gain experience and advance their careers without limits. You will be joining a dedicated and collaborative team of Engineers and Scientists focused on Geotechnical, Hydrogeological, Environmental, and Materials related projects.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Serve as the main point of contact for key clients on portfolios of large, interdisciplinary projects.
  • Execute on geotechnical aspects of a variety of projects including writing proposals, field work, data analysis, preparing geotechnical design recommendations and writing geotechnical reports;
  • Actively collaborate with Branch Managers on business planning and market strategy.
  • Perform project management functions, including proposal preparation, budget estimation, scheduling, scope management, project summary report preparation, maintaining quality throughout the project, and implementing improvements.
  • Collaborate with junior and intermediate staff to complete geotechnical analysis and reporting.
  • Provide senior technical review on discipline related elements of projects ensuring technical excellence aligns with client needs.
  • Mentor, train and supervise junior and intermediate staff.
  • Work with engineers and scientists across various disciplines to design and implement innovative and cost effective solutions;
  • Client management and consultation as required to manage projects and develop a client base;

Qualifications:

  • Minimum of a Bachelor degree in Civil Engineering (Geological Engineering program may be suitable) from a recognized university.
  • 12+ years of geotechnical engineering experience.
  • Excellent writing and verbal communication skills (English), strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage and prioritize several assignments at one time in order to deliver quality work on time and on budget. Preference will be given to candidates with Ministry of Transportation foundation engineering project experience.
  • Significant experience in geotechnical analysis, reporting, evaluations, and inspections.
  • Experience with geotechnical software applications such as Slope/W, Seep/W, Sigma/W, Slide, Settle3D, FLAC, or similar.
  • Registered Professional Engineer in Ontario.
  • Be motivated to provide excellent client service and enjoy working in a multi-disciplinary team environment.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.

Why GEMTEC?

  • Full time permanent salaried position
  • Salary Range: $120,000 - $170,000 per year
  • Year end profit sharing bonus
  • Health and dental benefits
  • RRSP program, up to 5% employer match
  • Paid time off (4 weeks of paid vacation and 2 weeks of paid sick days per year)
  • Office year-end closure (paid time off between Christmas and New Years)
  • Work/life balance including a 37.5 hour work week
  • Future potential to become a shareholder
  • Opportunities to be involved in a wide variety of technically challenging projects across multiple industries as our office grows

In alignment with Ontario’s Employment Standards Act and pay‑transparency requirements, GEMTEC includes the expected compensation range in publicly advertised job postings for roles based in Ontario. This range reflects what GEMTEC reasonably anticipates paying for this position. Final compensation will be based on the successful candidate’s education, experience, skills, internal pay equity, specific Ontario location, or other factors unrelated to Ontario‑protected grounds.

Interested individuals, click here to apply: https://gemtec.bamboohr.com/careers/346

Have questions? Contact our Senior Talent Acquisition Consultant, Jess Turner at [email protected]

Thank you for taking the time to consider GEMTEC. Only candidates proceeding to the next phase of the application process will be contacted at this time. We encourage you to connect with us on LinkedIn, even if this opportunity isn’t for you, the next one might be!

Should you be selected for an interview and require accommodation of any kind, please kindly help us understand how we can help. Email [email protected].

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