Geotechnical Engineer

Geotechnical Engineer

Hamilton, ON

At EXP, we’re driven to provide innovative solutions for the world’s built and natural environments. As a team of engineers, architects, designers, scientists, creators and a community of professionals, we bring diverse and talented people together to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Here, you join a team that leverages differences, harnesses their entrepreneurial spirit in an employee-owned company, that believes diversity is what gives us strength, seeks sustainable results and shares ambitions for each other, our clients and the communities we are part of and serve. To be a part of EXP means to have your own experience, while staying connected to a global network of professionals, who believe we are a part of something bigger. Together, we are EXP.

Are you ready to design your future?

Be our next Geotechnical Engineer!

Your work environment at EXP

EXP is currently seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join our engineering team in Hamilton, Ontario. Reporting to the Geotechnical Division Manager, the successful candidate will provide technical services to a variety of projects which they will be assigned.

What a day at EXP has in store for you

• Developing and maintaining business relationships with clients;
• Directing field materials testing services on construction projects, reviewing field reports, drafting reports;
• Preparing proposals for material inspection and testing services and geotechnical investigations;
• Carrying out footing base inspections and troubleshooting construction site issues;
• Attending project meetings and carrying out site inspections when technical guidance and support is required;
• Collaborating with staff when dealing with difficult, complex and unusual matters and decisions;
• Planning and overseeing geotechnical investigations from proposal phase to report, including meetings, and client correspondence;
• Co-ordinating with clients, colleagues, suppliers and third parties to accomplish the required project objectives;
• Experience with Geotechnical instrumentation and settlement monitoring programs would be an asset;
• Working independently with little supervision, depending on the complexity of the assignment;
• Liaising with clients, contractors, consultants, municipal staff, and other stakeholders;
• Coaching, mentoring and developing field technicians and EITs.

What your experience looks like

• . Designation from Ontario or ability to obtain within one year is required;
• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Geotechnical, Civil, or Geological Engineering;
• A minimum of 4-5 years of relevant experience in Geotechnical engineering, preferably with experience in materials testing;
• Previous scheduling or coordination experience would be considered a strong asset;
• Development of comprehensive scopes of work to the client’s requirements;
• Ensuring that standards and criteria have been met;
• Accurately and appropriately reporting project assignments on schedule;
• Management of multiple projects at one time;
• Experience with complex geotechnical investigations and design work an asset;
• Strong verbal and written (English) communication;
• Ability to exercise diplomacy and tact when interacting with fellow staff, clients, consultants and contractors;
• Strong organizational and time management skills, including multi-tasking and prioritizing;
• Strong problem-solving skills;
• Familiarity with standard construction procedures and methodologies;
• Ability to work in a team environment;
• Strong Microsoft Word and Excel experience required, knowledge of gINT and AutoCAD would be an asset;
• Valid driver’s license and vehicle.

This job posting is for an immediate hire within our organization.

The salary range for this role is between $80k-$110k. The actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location.

EXP subscribes to the Workplace Equity Program. Applications from women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous peoples and persons with disabilities are encouraged. Persons with disabilities can obtain accommodation for the selection process by contacting us at the following email address: