Geotechnical Engineer in Training or Intermediate Engineer

Company Overview

• Onsite Engineering is a mid-sized consulting engineering and geoscience company with multiple
• off ices across BC. We are a diverse company that provides high quality engineering and
• geoscience services to government, industry and land-owners. We have purposely built our
• company to allow our senior professionals to do what they do best – top notch technical work. We
• understand that, as professionals in the engineering fi eld, the work we do builds the places we live,
• work, and play for generations and we are proud to play our part.

Position Overview

• Reporting directly to the Courtenay Manager, the successful Engineer in Training to Intermediate
• P.Eng. will primarily be involved in construction related geotechnical engineering at a remote mine
• site in Northern BC. This camp-based position is a critical role in the construction of a new access
• road within the remote location, and will include overseeing day-to-day construction activities,
• coordination with contractors, subcontractors, site and other engineers, monitoring progress and
• providing both technical and quality management. Camp shifts are typically 2 weeks on, 2 weeks
• off. This position's office location is flexible.
• While the construction project is seasonal, this is a permanent full-time position. During off-season
• months, the role will include general engineering services from proposal stage through to survey,
• assessment, design and construction of projects. Projects may vary from resource sector road and
• crossing survey and design to geotechnical assessments to support resource development and
• construction.
• The successful applicant will have the opportunity for professional development working with a
• motivated and dynamic team of experienced professionals. Fieldwork is an integral part of this
• position, and applicants must be prepared for fi eld work including camp shifts, northern climates
• and hiking in to remote sites in all conditions.

Major Job Functions

• Construction-related field engineering tasks including:
• Site supervision and coordination
• Technical support
• Quality Control and Compliance
• Reporting and Documentation
• Communication
• Consultant engineering services, including:
• Site investigations, geotechnical drilling and/or test pitting
• Report preparation
• Geotechnical design
• Coordinating project drawings and reports
• Completing field reviews during construction
• Assisting with project management and/or contract administration

Specific Skills and Knowledge

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills and ability to build positive

relationships across all levels of the business.

• Strong technical analysis and technical writing capabilities
• Physically fit and comfortable with outdoor work and in camp
• Strong planning and organizational skills with the ability to work on numerous

projects

• Willingness to learn and work with limited supervision

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree Geological, Civil or related field of Engineering
• Eligible for registration with EGBC as an EIT
• Experience working in a remote mine site an asset
• Minimum 4 years of experience

Work Location and Site Conditions

• Remote Camp setting with private accommodations
• Camp Accommodations include meals, gym, recreation and entertainment facilities
• Travel Arrangements provided from Courtenay Airport
• FIFO Schedule: 14 days on / 14 days off based on 12 -hour days
• Drug & Alcohol-free workplace

Salary Range

• 1st Year EIT (E1-E2) 60-70k
• 2nd Year EIT (E2) 65-75k
• 3rd Year EIT (E2) 75-85k
• 4th Year EIT (E2-E3) 80-90k
• Junior P.Eng. (E3) 85 – 100k
• Intermediate P.Eng. (E4) 100-115k

B enefits Summary

• Flexible working arrangements.
• Competitive salary.
• Great career advancement opportunities.
• A full benefit package including extended health, vision, and dental coverage, and GRSP

matching.

• Interesting and diverse project work.
• Relocation assistance.
• Continuous support for growth through both internal and external professional

development opportunities.