At a Glance
- Tasks: Join us in planning and completing geotechnical site investigations and supporting innovative mining projects.
- Company: Stantec, a leader in sustainable mining solutions with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, health benefits, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.
- Other info: Exciting opportunities for travel and professional development in a dynamic work environment.
- Why this job: Be at the forefront of the mining industry while building your career and making a real impact.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering; EIT registration is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 85500 - 104500 $ per year.
At Stantec, we help deliver the critical minerals needed to power our world, from the cars we drive to the infrastructure powering our communities. We’re helping clients reduce energy usage, adopt clean energy sources, and implement digital solutions and automation.
Your Opportunity
Stantec has an exciting opportunity for a Geotechnical Engineer-in-Training (EIT) to join our growing energy & resources business line based in our Vancouver, BC or Calgary, AB office. This position will work collaboratively with other Stantec offices across Canada, the United States, South America and Australia, to support the service needs of our clients on local and international projects. Hybrid job opportunities may be available for this position.
Your Key Responsibilities
- Participate in the planning and completion of geotechnical site investigations. This may include instrumentation, logging, sampling, and field testing.
- Install, monitor and provide preliminary interpretation of data from geotechnical instrumentation.
- Participate in the analyses and design of earth structures, including mine pit slopes, waste disposal areas, and tailings dams.
- Support mine and tailings planning groups in the development and design of large mining and closure projects.
- Assist in the preparation of technical design documents under direct supervision.
- Generate and/or update technical drawings, figures and models.
- Assist in the preparation of project proposals under direct supervision.
- Comply with and actively participate in Stantec and client safety programs.
Your Capabilities and Credentials
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively through both written and oral communication.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite of programs, ACAD systems, ArcGIS and GeoStudio (or equivalent) suite of programs. Knowledge of MinePlan is an asset.
- Work experience in mining or resource industries is an asset.
- Ability to conduct work in a safe manner maintaining a high degree of situational awareness.
- Applicants may be required to travel for field assignments with rotations of up to 2 to 3 consecutive weeks, with a potential total annual travel of up to 50% of the time (if required). Accommodations can be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in geotechnical, geological, civil or mining engineering.
- Between 0 to 4 years industry or consulting experience. Co-op or Intern experience is applicable.
- E.I.T. registered or eligible for registration with Engineers and Geoscientists of British Columbia (EGBC) or Alberta Professional Engineers Geoscientists Association (APEGA) is an asset.
- Valid Class 5 Driver's License and satisfactory Driver's Abstract, per Stantec's Safe Driving Policy.
- This position may have additional qualification requirements depending on work assignments. Additional qualifications will be defined in Project Specific Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Plans.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best. The experience will forever shape your future.
Pay Range
Locations in Lower Mainland - BC, GTA & Ottawa Ontario-$68,500.00 - $95,800.00 Annually
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.
Primary Location: Canada | AB | Calgary
Other Locations: Canada | BC | Vancouver
Organization: BC-1363 E&R-CA West
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: No
Schedule: Full time
Geotechnical Engineer-in-Training (EIT) in Calgary employer: Stantec
Stantec is an exceptional employer that prioritizes employee growth and development, offering robust training programs and mentorship opportunities for roles like the Senior Risk Leader. With a collaborative work culture that values innovation and proactive risk management, employees thrive in a dynamic multi-office environment across North America. The company also emphasizes work-life balance and provides competitive benefits, making it a rewarding place to build a meaningful career in the energy and resources sector.
