Klohn Crippen Berger LLC

Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Hydropower

Klohn Crippen Berger LLC$130K — $180K *
Energy & Utilities
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering; Master's preferred.
  • Professional Engineer designation (P. Eng) or eligibility within one year.
  • Over 15 years of experience in geotechnical consulting, particularly in transportation and hydroelectric sectors.
  • Proficiency with geotechnical analysis software (e.g. GeoStudio, PLAXIS).
  • Strong foundation in geotechnical engineering principles, codes, and standards.
  • Experience managing projects from proposal to completion, including risk evaluations.
  • Hands-on capability in site investigations and in-situ testing.

Responsibilities

  • Guide clients through complex geotechnical designs and hazards.
  • Provide risk management and regulatory navigation on engineering projects.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on infrastructure projects.
  • Review and prepare technical reports, proposals, and design specifications.
  • Perform geotechnical modeling and analysis using industry-standard software.
  • Prepare construction documents and offer construction support.
  • Communicate effectively with clients, project teams, and regulatory agencies.
  • Mentor less experienced engineers and project managers.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work opportunities.
  • Annual performance and salary review.
  • Vacation policy that adjusts to your experience.
  • Paid overtime and sick days.
  • Flexible benefits including RRSP contributions and well-being initiatives.
  • Commitment to Environment Social Governance principles.
Full Job Description
Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Hydropower

Vancouver, B.C

The Opportunity:

Our Klohn Crippen Berger (KCB) office in Vancouver, B.C is looking for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our Power and Transportation Group. This role will participate in design for transportation, hydroelectric, marine and civil infrastructure projects in a multi-discipline project team environment. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with mentors, internal team members, clients and other stakeholders to apply and advance your expertise in design, analysis and project leadership. This role will give you the opportunity to:
  • Guide clients through complex geotechnical designs and hazards, from proposal through construction management.
  • Provide risk management and regulatory navigation to geotechnical engineering projects, including design recommendations for foundations, retaining walls, slope stability, and embankments.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide geotechnical input on transportation, hydroelectric, marine, and civil infrastructure projects.
  • Review and prepare technical reports, proposals, design specifications, and recommendations for clients and stakeholders.
  • Perform geotechnical modeling and analysis using industry-standard software such as GeoStudio, PLAXIS, or similar tools.
  • Preparation of construction documents and provide construction support as required.
  • Communicate effectively with clients, project teams, and regulatory agencies.
  • Develop less experienced engineers and project managers in the coordination and management of projects.


What we require:
  • Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical, Civil Engineering, or related field (Master's degree is an asset).
  • Professional designation (P. Eng) with EGBC, or eligibility to apply within the year
  • 15+ years of geotechnical engineering consulting experience, with exposure to transportation, hydroelectric, marine, or civil infrastructure projects.
  • Proficiency in geotechnical analysis software (e.g., GeoStudio, PLAXIS, gINT, or similar).
  • Strong understanding of geotechnical engineering principles and applicable codes and standards.
  • Project management experience, including proposal through risk evaluation to completion.
  • Hands-on experience conducting site investigations, soil sampling, and in-situ testing.
  • Strong technical writing skills.
  • Mentor and support the development of team members through the technical review and feedback process.
  • An ability to build rapport with clients and stakeholders, and a track record of increasing backlog.


What we offer:

The expected salary for this position is $130,000 to $180,000 per year. The offered salary is based on an individual evaluation of applicable experience, education, and skill level. In addition to salary, total compensation includes:
  • Hybrid work opportunities
  • Annual performance and salary review
  • Vacation policy that aligns to your experience
  • Paid OT, and sick days
  • Flexible benefits, including RRSP, social, and mental well-being initiatives
  • Dedication to World Economic Forum's "Four Pillars" of Environment Social Governance framework, Governance, People, Planet and Prosperity


To learn more about projects you could be a part of check out Projects - KCB (klohn.com) for more details.

Department Hydropower Role Geotechnical Engineer Locations Vancouver Remote status Hybrid Employment type Full-time

About Klohn Crippen Berger LLC

Klohn Crippen Berger (KCB) is an engineering consulting firm that provides services in the areas of geotechnical, hydrotechnical, and environmental engineering. The company was founded in 1951 and is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada. KCB has over 700 employees and operates in Canada, Australia, Peru, and the United States. The company's clients include government agencies, mining companies, and energy companies. KCB is known for its expertise in tailings management, dam safety, and water resources engineering.
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