Junior Engineer Jobs in Lethbridge, AB (NOW HIRING)

The Opportunity:

Tetra Tech is adding Junior Geotechnical Engineer to our Geotechnical Engineering team based in Lethbridge, AB

Why Tetra Tech:

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 500 million lives around the world.

Your Impact:

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential - join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Your Role:

• Working in all aspects of geotechnical investigations.
• Supervise geotechnical drilling programs including classification of soils and bedrock.
• Perform installation of geotechnical instrumentation such as piezometers, vibrating wires, settlement plates, slope inclinometers, etc.
• Monitor construction activities such as bearing inspections, proof rolls, pile installation, and deep fills.
• Evaluating geotechnical conditions for the design and construction of residential, industrial, mining sites, and commercial facilities.
• Evaluating geotechnical conditions for the design and construction of infrastructure developments such as roads, culverts, retaining walls, and bridges.
• Working in all aspects of geotechnical investigations from program proposals, design, field execution to data analysis.
• Using field data to prepare factual and interpretative engineering reports with the support of senior staff.
• Communicating with clients, sub-consultants, and internal stakeholders.
• Assisting senior staff in assigned tasks related to desktop studies, geotechnical analyses, and cost estimate preparation.
• Collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams in data collections and analyses.
• Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
• Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
• Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
• Additional duties as required.

 Qualifications:

• Minimum of an Undergraduate degree in either Geotechnical  Geological, or Civil Engineering.
• Experience in a consulting engineering environment would be considered an asset but is not mandatory.
• Possess good technical writing skills.
• Strong people skills and an ability to work in a team environment.
• Previous experience using AutoCAD, GeoStudio products and MS office is essential.
• Previous experience working in the geotechnical or civil engineering is preferred.
• Excellent communication skills (both oral and written), teamwork and mentorship skills are essential.
• Good time management skills, the ability to work with minimal supervision and the ability to contribute to the project by being a team player.
• Candidates must be prepared to undertake extended field assignments, generally within western Canada.
• Must be physically capable of performing the manual field duties required.
• Must be or eligible to register as an Engineer in Training (EIT) in Alberta.
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada without sponsorship.
• Possess a valid Alberta Class 5 driver's license (or equivalent).