OVERVIEW

Vertex is currently accepting applications for a Geotechnical Engineer to support our growing practice in southwestern Ontario. Our office and material testing lab are in Sarnia but this is a potentially remote role with London and the surrounding excellent locations for a home-based professional. The successful candidate will lead the technical execution of geotechnical projects across the Sarnia-Lambton, London, Chatham-Kent and Windsor-Essex corridor, backed by Vertex's national geotechnical group. The candidate will report to the Director of Geotechnical Engineering.

WHY THIS ROLE

• Southwestern Ontario is where the work is. Major developments are taking place in the region and Vertex has excellent exposure pathways to those projects in emerging energy and infrastructure.
• Build a practice, and a Career. Vertex is a growing firm, across multiple regions this is a key foundational role in our southwestern Ontario business unit, with significant growth opportunities.
• Depth behind you. A national geotechnical group for peer review, specialist support and large-project capacity - while you own the local client relationship.
• Home most nights. Site work is within southwestern Ontario. No rotations, no fly-in schedules. Opportunity to balance work from home with easy access to a material testing location and office setting.

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering. A Master's degree in geotechnical engineering is considered an asset.
• 5 to 10 years of professional experience in geotechnical engineering, ideally in a consulting environment.
• P.Eng. designation in good standing with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO), or eligibility to register with PEO promptly.
• Working knowledge of the Ontario standards and regulatory environment - OPSS/OPSD, MTO requirements, the Ontario Building Code and O. Reg. 406/19 (excess soil) - is a strong asset.
• Experience with commercially available geotechnical software such as Slope/W, gINT, PLAXIS, Settle3, LPile and APile, as well as familiarity with ArcGIS, AutoCAD, Google Earth and Microsoft products.
• Experience with field investigation techniques, including soil logging and the supervision of auger, sonic and geotechnical drilling programs.
• Ability to produce clear, defensible technical reports and to explain recommendations to clients, contractors and approval authorities.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills, with proficiency in spoken and written English.
• Valid Class G Ontario driver's licence and willingness to travel to project sites within southwestern Ontario.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, coordinate and supervise geotechnical field investigations, including boreholes, SPT, CPT, test pits and instrumentation installation;
• Analyze field and laboratory data to develop soil and rock parameters for design;
• Prepare geotechnical reports and recommendations covering foundations, settlement, slope stability, retaining structures, excavation and dewatering, pavement design and earthworks;
• Provide construction-phase support, including review of submittals, site visits, subgrade and foundation inspections, and resolution of conditions encountered in the field;
• Conduct engineering assessments for slope instability, with strong fundamentals in landslide susceptibility, risk assessment, soil characterization, factor of safety and slip surface analysis;
• Coordinate with drilling contractors and geotechnical laboratories, including scheduling, health and safety, and QA/QC of results;
• Act as the local technical point of contact for clients, project managers and contractors in southwestern Ontario;
• Support proposals, scoping and estimating for geotechnical work in the region;
• Mentor junior engineers, EITs and field technicians;
• Collaborate with Vertex's environmental, engineering and construction service lines to deliver integrated projects;
• Other duties as directed by your direct supervisor or manager.

LOCATION

• This is a hybrid role with opportunities to work from home and a material testing lab and office in Sarnia.
• Travel is primarily within southwestern Ontario; overnight travel is occasional rather than routine.
• The position is permanent and full-time (40 hrs/wk).

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Expected salary range: $95,000 to $130,000 per year, based on education, experience and professional designation.
• A comprehensive benefit package is provided, including health, dental and life coverage.
• Group RRSP with employer matching. [Vertex to confirm]
• Annual PEO licence fees and professional association memberships paid. [Vertex to confirm]
• iPhone or phone allowance is provided.
• Vehicle or mileage allowance for site travel. [Vertex to confirm]
• Support for professional development, technical training and conference attendance. [Vertex to confirm]

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS POSTING

• This posting is for an existing vacancy.
• Vertex does not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess or select applicants for this position.
• Applicants who are interviewed will be informed of a hiring decision within 45 days of their final interview.

APPLY NOW

With a track record of success, Vertex provides a fast-paced environment where people thrive. We recognize that each member brings a valuable skill set to the Vertex team and we make health, safety and community well-being a priority by supporting numerous endeavors at each of our locations across North America.

At Vertex, we value teamwork through collaboration and provide support across the entire organization.

*We would like to thank all applicants for their interest in this position, however only those selected for interviews will be contacted*