Geotechnical Engineer

Company Description

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Welcome to people with an inspiring vision and who seek stimulating challenges. At CIMA+, you’ll find a place where you’ll have many opportunities to learn and develop while working on engaging projects.

We are a firm 100% owned by its employees and we value a collaborative and entrepreneurial mindset. You will have the flexibility to manage your work on your own terms and define what work-life balance means to you.

When you join CIMA+, we welcome you to a place that you can call home.

At CIMA+, we are seeking a skilled and experienced Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will work within multidisciplinary teams on a variety of challenging and rewarding projects, contributing significantly to the field of geotechnical engineering. This role offers an excellent opportunity to further develop both technical expertise and project management skills in a collaborative, supportive environment.

Projects may include the design and rehabilitation of roads, buildings, hydraulic structures, slope stabilization, soil dynamics, and temporary and permanent retaining structures. You will have the opportunity to work with both public and private sector clients. While the focus is on Ontario-based projects, opportunities may arise to contribute to work across other regions of Canada.

We offer a flexible hybrid work model, enabling a mix of remote and office-based work in Mississauga or Bowmanville, allowing you to balance your professional and personal commitments.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Plan, coordinate, and supervise geotechnical field investigations, including borehole drilling, test pits, in situ testing, and laboratory testing programs.
• Evaluate geological and geotechnical data to assess the characteristics and behavior of soil and rock masses at construction sites, determining stability, load-bearing capacity, and settlement characteristics.
• Analyze field and laboratory data to develop geotechnical engineering recommendations.
• Prepare technical reports and memos, including foundation design recommendations, slope stability assessments, excavation and backfill guidelines, and groundwater observations.
• Communicate effectively with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams to meet project objectives, schedules and budgets.
• Provide technical input during design and construction phases.
• Ensure compliance with applicable standards, codes, and health & safety regulations.
• Mentor junior staff and support their technical development.
• Support the inspection and assessment of concrete and earth dams, including safety upgrades.
• Contribute to the development of detailed geotechnical designs, technical drawings and construction specifications, ensuring compliance with industry standards and project requirements.
• Prepare bid documents in response to internal and external requests for proposals.
• Collaborate with draftspersons to prepare plans and specifications for earthworks, slope stabilization, erosion protection, etc.

• A degree in Geotechnical Engineering or Civil Engineering with a focus on Geotechnical Engineering (Post-graduate degree is considered an asset).
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in Geotechnical Engineering, preferably in a consulting environment, with a proven track record of working on complex studies and collaborating on multidisciplinary projects.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Ontario, or eligibility for registration with the Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO).
• Proven experience leading field investigations and preparing geotechnical reports.
• Proficiency of  geotechnical software applications for slope stability, drainage, and finite element analysis.
• Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams, including geotechnical and geological engineers, as well as environmental specialists.
• Solid understanding of soil mechanics, foundation design, and construction techniques.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects independently.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to project sites.

Assets:

• Experience in pavement structure evaluation and design.
• Familiarity with Ontario Provincial Standards (OPS), MTO guidelines, and municipal design standards.

Why choose CIMA+? Because we offer you:

• Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 4% employer contribution.
• As an employee-owned company, an annual opportunity to purchase shares for all employees.
• Flexible work schedule in a hybrid work mode.
• Work/Life balance policy across Canada.
• 3-5 weeks of vacation, based on years of relevant experience.
• Tailored training to improve your existing skills.

For more informations, contact Réna Chont

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Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+. That is why we are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates, regardless of their identity (race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-economic status or background, etc.).​

In keeping with the principles of employment equity, we encourage all applications, including, but not limited to, those from women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self-identification form when applying for employment.​

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