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About Us

BGC Engineering Inc. (BGC) is an international applied earth sciences professional services firm. We are proud of our talented team of over 800 employees, spanning the fields of Engineering, Geoscience, Software, Geomatics, Data Science, Accounting, Administration, Health & Safety and Human Resources. Alongside our clients and industry partners, BGC works collaboratively as 'One Team', dedicated to solving the world's most critical applied earth science challenges. BGC hasoffices locatedacross Canada, the United States, Chile, the Dominican Republic, and Australia.

Our flat management structure creates a culture of innovation, excellence and transparency and a casual, dynamic and inclusive work environment. BGC prides itself on offering training and mentoring opportunities to further our employees' professional growth as well as social and wellness activities that contribute to the connection and wellbeing of our team.

We believe in One Team, Excellence, Curiosity, Common Sense and Clarity.

The Role

BGC is seeking an Intermediate Civil-Geotechnical Engineer to join our growing team in Alaska. The successful candidate will work collaboratively in multi-disciplinary project teams focused on transportation infrastructure and related civil-geotechnical projects. This role involves technical design, analysis, and field work for projects that include slope stabilization, foundations, and earth retention systems. The ideal candidate will have solid field experience, including geotechnical drilling and construction observation, and will be eligible for professional registration within 1 year of hire.

This position is located in Anchorage, AK. Regular travel to other BGC offices and project locations will be required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct geotechnical investigations, analyses, and design for geotechnical-related projects, including slope stabilization, earthworks, foundations, and earth retention systems
• Prepare technical reports and contribute to proposal development
• Complete field logs of boreholes in both soil and rock during subsurface investigations
• Perform field inspections and site visits during construction phases
• Interpret in-situ and laboratory test results and instrumentation data
• Collaborate with senior engineers and project managers to ensure quality and technical excellence
• Support project delivery, including budgeting, scheduling, and coordination with internal teams and clients
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior staff as appropriate

Required Education, Experience & Competencies

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering
• 5-8 years of relevant industry experience, or 3-6 years with a master's degree
• Existing Professional Engineer (PE) designation or eligible for registration as a PE in the USA within 1 year of hire
• Experience with field investigation techniques such as soil visual-manual descriptions, rock core logging, SPT sampling, CPT soundings, test pits, and geophysical surveys
• Solid understanding of soil mechanics and geotechnical design principles, including limit equilibrium analysis, ASD and LRFD foundation analysis, and lateral earth pressure and earth retention
• Familiarity with cold regions engineering principles (frost heave, permafrost, thermal design)
• Familiarity with geotechnical software such as SLOPE/W, Slide2, RSPile, LPile, PLAXIS, TEMP/W, FLAC, or similar
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Desired Education, Experience & Competencies

• Master's degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering
• Existing Canadian Professional Engineering (P.Eng.) Registration or eligible for registration for a P.Eng. within 5 years
• Experience with deep and shallow foundation design (spread footings, driven piles, drilled shafts, micropiles)
• Experience with rock anchor, bolt or dowel design
• Exposure to earth retention systems (lateral earth pressure diagrams; design of shoring, soil nail walls, tieback walls, MSE walls)
• Prior experience in consulting engineering or construction

Position Requirements

Drug & Alcohol Testing

To ensure we meet our client's compliance requirements and our workplace health and safety commitments, BGC has a drug and alcohol policy that applies to this position. The policy states that an employee may be required to take a drug and alcohol test prior to engaging in field work. This testing could be requested within an employee's first week or in the future, as required. It is important to note that some clients also require random drug and alcohol testing, and/or testing in the event of a health and safety accident or incident.

Driver's License

BGC requires that employees have a valid driver's license, and that employees can drive a field pickup truck. Upon hiring, BGC will require a driver's abstract to allow for a safety review of your driving history.

Travel and Vaccination

BGC is committed to maintaining a safe work environment to ensure the health and safety of employees while on business travel and during field assignments. To meet travel and client requirements, employees may be required to receive vaccinations such as yellow fever, COVID-19, malaria, etc. If you require an accommodation or wish to discuss your situation, please contact Human Resources. BGC requires that you have a current passportfor this position.

Company Benefits

BGC offers our employees the following:

• Our 'One Team' culture supporting health, wellness, safety and diversity

• Comprehensive benefits package:

• • Health, Dental and Vision coverage

• • LTD, Life, AD&D and Business Travel Insurance

• • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick, Holidays

• Parental leave top ups

• Professional development and mentoring opportunities

• Flat management structure

• Flexible workplace with office and home arrangements

• Social and wellness activities

• Casual and professional work environment

Wage Range

The estimated base salary range for this position is $90,000-$115,000 USD per annum, however base pay will be commensurate with job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. BGC's compensation package also includes a discretionary bonus plan, training allowance, and comprehensive medical and dental plan.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

BGC strives to create a workplace where equity, diversity and inclusion are embedded throughout our workplace culture and practices. Join us in our commitment to honour individuality, ensure fairness, and create a welcoming environment for everyone. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from all candidates, including those experiencing inequity such as racialized individuals, Indigenous People, women, people of diverse sexual orientations, identities and expressions, veterans, individuals with disabilities, people of all faiths, nationalities, marital status, ages, and family status. For assistance or accommodation with your application, please contact us atcareers@bgcengineering.ca.

BGC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you need assistance or an accommodation with your application, please contact our HR Team at humanresources@bgcengineering.ca

Disclosures

(1) At BGC, we use Artificial Intelligence to streamline parts of the recruitment process; however, all decisions about candidate selection and advancement continue to be made by our hiring team.

(2) This is a newly created position, reflecting our continued growth and investment in expanding our capabilities in a new office location.

(3) This posting will remain open until the position has been filled.

(4) Privacy Notice: By submitting an application you are consenting to BGC Engineering Inc. using and storing provided information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment.