Geotechnical Engineer

Hiring Intermediate Geological / Geotechnical Engineer (P.Eng.)

Location Whitehorse, Yukon

Role Overview Reporting to the President, you will lead and support geotechnical investigations and project delivery across northern environments. The position blends field rotations with office-based technical work and offers flexibility once established in the region.

Core Responsibilities

Oversee drilling programs, field investigations, site reviews, and construction monitoring

Conduct geotechnical analysis related to permafrost, foundations, earthworks, and geohazards

Prepare technical reports, design input, and engineering recommendations

Coordinate with contractors, municipalities, First Nations, consultants, and clients

Manage project schedules, documentation, and communication

Perform materials testing, lab work, and slope stability modelling

Support remote-site logistics and field rotations during construction season

Contribute to planning for upcoming field seasons, scopes, and equipment coordination

Guide junior staff and participate in operational decision-making

Required Qualifications

Active P.Eng. registration in Canada

Bachelor’s degree in Geological Engineering or Civil Engineering (geotechnical focus)

Ideally 5+ years of relevant geotechnical engineering experience

Valid Class 5 driver’s license

Comfortable operating full-size pickup trucks

Willingness to travel for fieldwork, including multi-day or week-long rotations

Preferred Experience

Broad exposure to field investigations and materials testing

Slope stability modelling (GeoStudio, Rocscience)

GIS and spatial analysis

Northern or remote project experience

Permafrost, foundations, and earthworks background

Experience mentoring junior engineers

Compensation & Benefits

Company truck and fuel card (work use)

Per diems during field rotations

Paid overtime with banked-hours option

Flexible hours and remote work flexibility

Health benefits

Relocation assistance to Whitehorse

Long-term leadership growth potential

This role is suited for an engineer seeking field responsibility, technical ownership, and long-term impact across northern communities.

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