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engineer, geotechnical

Title posted on indeed.com - Geotechnical Engineer

Posted on July 27, 2026 by Employer details Phillips & Associates

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*Job Title:* Geotechnical Engineer *Position Type:* Full-Time/Employee *Salary Range:* $75,000 to $90,000 per year *Details:* Phillips & Associates Engineering Consultants Ltd., headquartered in Vancouver, BC, is looking for a geotechnical engineer for our Vancouver operations. Phillips & Associates provides innovative geotechnical consulting services to the construction industry. Since 2006, we have completed over 3,500 projects in British Columbia, Alberta, and the Yukon. Phillips & Associates is committed to providing our clients, with practical, cost-effective, and optimal engineering solutions. Our services include: geotechnical investigations, foundation, shoring, excavation, underpinning and retaining wall designs, landslide assessments, sediment and erosion control, stormwater/runoff management plans, ground improvement, existing structure renovations, structural design, project management, inspection work, site engineering, and construction supervision. At Phillips & Associates, we believe in providing a flexible working environment for employees. A day of work often consists of a mixture of fieldwork, office work, meetings, and work from home. As a geotechnical consultant, you will work closely with professional engineers (P.Eng.) and senior staff, while often interacting with clients and construction professionals. *Skills required for this position include:* · Conduct site visits and make decisions/recommendations based on a strong knowledge of geotechnical engineering · English must be very proficient with strong verbal and written communication skills; · Must be competent at writing reports and analyzing data; · A desire to learn, take on challenges, and improve in a team environment; · A bachelor's degree in engineering (required). Master?s degree in geotechnical engineering is considered a plus. Candidate must be registered as an Engineer in Training (E.I.T.) with Engineers and Geoscientists BC. Remuneration will depend on level of experience. They should have a minimum of 1 year of experience in local geotechnical engineering practices. · Able to work and contribute individually or as part of a team, being a self-starter; · Ability to multi-task, organize time, and meet deadlines; · Willingness to learn and self-educate; · Carry a Class 5 Driver's License and own a vehicle; and · Experience with CAD, LPile, and Slope Stability software and other software is considered an asset. *The candidate should have at a minimum, experience in, or the ability to readily learn, all basic components of the delivery of a fundamental geotechnical investigation including:* · Coordination and performance of the field investigations; · Performance of the associated engineering analyses independently or under professional engineers (P.Eng.) guidance; · Preparation of the geotechnical reports; · Ability to work with design teams to incorporate geotechnical aspects into site designs; and · Earthwork and foundation construction supervision and reporting. *The candidate may have experience in site civil engineering including:* · Erosion and sedimentation control; and Stormwater management. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: $75,000.00-$90,000.00 per year Benefits: * Extended health care Education: * Bachelor's Degree (preferred) Experience: * geotechnical engineering: 3 years (preferred) Work Location: Hybrid remote in Vancouver, BC V6N 3A6