09 Oct
MatchBox Consulting Group
Burnaby
Matchbox Consulting Group is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to work on a 1-year contract (with high potential of renewal) for one of BC's largest utility and energy companies. The Geotechnical Engineer will work on Distribution Engineering underground and overhead civil-geotechnical detailed design, assessment, and construction phase support. Work may include response to weather-related geotechnical issues.
Location: Burnaby, BC | In office for the first 6 months then hybrid after training
Responsibilities:
1. Develop safe engineering solutions by using initiative and judgment on medium complexity assignments, including developing designs, analyzing and resolving problems, and interpreting engineering specifications.
2.
Assist project or operations management in meeting safety, cost, quality, and time objectives by proposing changes in plans, recommending payment for completed work, preparing progress reports, and coordinating work schedules.
3. Resolve highly technical design and field engineering problems by conducting independent studies and analysis, exercising judgment in selecting and interpreting information, and recommending safe engineering designs for project completion.
4. Participate in engineering practices by conducting independent studies, contributing to the development of technical standards, and providing guidance to other professionals to support future capabilities.
Requirements:
Must haves:
1. Minimum 8 years as geotechnical engineer in British Columbia and collaborate well working in a multi-discipline team.
2. Registered P.Eng. (geotechnical discipline with good understanding of civil infrastructure in public) in good standing with EGBC.
3. Current confined space entry training.
4. PSSP 2, 3,
and DBC (can be provided by the client).
5. Valid Class 5 BC Driver License - must be willing to travel including by car, plane, and boat.
6. Must be independent and work effectively with minimal interaction.
7. Must be knowledgeable and comfortable using the latest remote working technologies to correspond and collaborate with project stakeholders.
8. Must be able to work from home efficiently and effectively if required.
9. Must be willing to work from the office in Burnaby 5 days per week during training (potentially first 6-7 months). The role will then switch to hybrid (2 days in the office after training).
Nice to haves:
1. Experience with and working in Canadian electric utility.
2.
Experience with and working in proximity to energized electric plant.
3. Experience in coordination with other utilities in public.
4. Familiar with temporary shoring methods.
5. Familiar with working in public environment.
6. Familiar with permitting processes for utilities in public.
7. Familiar with environmental, archeological, and properties aspects of civil engineering projects.
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▶️ Geotechnical Engineer
🖊️ MatchBox Consulting Group
📍 Burnaby