Geotechnical Engineer - Tunneling and Trenchless Technology Specialist (2026032703)

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Full Time Geotechnical

Engineer - Tunneling and Trenchless Technology Specialist (2026032703)

Thurber has an exciting opportunity for a Geotechnical Engineer specializing in Tunnelingand Trenchless Technologies to join our team in British Columbia Operations . Thurber is a specialized consulting firm with a focus on geotechnical engineering. Our project work includes transportation, large and small infrastructure, natural hazards, development and more.

We undertake challenging assignments that can include steep terrain, deep foundations, compressible soils, landslides, contamination, or other complications. As our Geotechnical Engineer, you will work on varied projects and develop your skills with guidance and mentorship from our senior team. Geotechnical investigations, structural design, instrumentation and analysis of cut-and-cover, mined and mechanized tunnels

  • Design of temporary portal shoring, including concrete tangent piles, and soil nailing
  • Directionally drilled pipeline crossings design
  • Provide technical support and leadership on projects and for staff, including conducting technical reviews of calculations and analyses, as well as performing technical analyses where appropriate
  • Provide guidance, and where necessary, support in coordination, preparation of cost estimates, tender submissions, technical documentation, client reports, progress reports, project scheduling / resourcing, and meeting deadlines and budgets on projects
  • Scoping projects and assisting in the preparation of proposals
  • Supporting mentoring, coaching and training of staff
  • Active participation in the field on a project specific basis as dictated by the needs of the project to meet client expectations and project objectives
  • Manage projects and lead multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications and Assets Completion of a post-secondary degree in Civil or Geological Engineering is required

  • Master’s degree in Geotechnical or closely related field is preferred
  • Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in the Geotechnical or Geological Engineering field
  • Specialised experience with and in-depth knowledge of Tunneling and Trenchless Technologies
  • Local Canadian experience is required, in particular, experience with local geology and business practices
  • Class 5 Drivers license
  • Proficiency with spoken and written English language is required
  • Directional Drilling
  • Foundation analysis and design
  • Terrain analysis
  • Slope stability analysis
  • Geotechnical instrumentation and monitoring
  • Strong computer skills (i.e. spreadsheet and word-processing)
  • Ability to work independently and cooperate with a team in various environment. This is an intermediate to senior career position and will be comprised of office-based activities with occasional field visits, with opportunities for continued career growth within the company. Upon joining Thurber Engineering you’ll be welcomed into a casual, inclusive and professional office environment where open communication is valued at all levels. We’re eager to help our team reach their potential which is why many of our team members spend much of their career with us! Our office is in the Vancouver Island Technology Park (VITP) which is centrally located along bus and bike routes.

We offer free onsite parking and a secure bicycle lock up facility. Both local work and assignments across BC and Canada through cooperation and teaming between all Thurber branches. Our office is centrally located downtown with great transit, biking and walking access.

Secure bike facility and shower. Short commute from the north shore mountains and the local hiking and biking trails. Our flat organizational structure allows easy access to senior professionals, corporate leaders and subject matter experts across the company for mentorship and feedback.

We provide health and dental coverage, a healthcare spending account, RRSP matching, and an Employee and Family assistance program with 24/7 support online or over the phone.

Thurber Engineering

Ltd. provides environmental, geotechnical, and materials engineering and testing services. A Canadian-owned company since 1957, we are consistently recognized for the quality of our work, the knowledge of our people, and for conducting our business with integrity. Our team continues to grow as we build our reputation by working closely with our clients to provide timely, high-value solutions and technical support.

Thurber is wholly owned by our senior employees and operates from British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Ontario. Our regional diversity gives us specialized knowledge of the various and complex geological and environmental conditi

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