Geotechnical / Tunnel Engineer

Geotechnical Engineer/Tunnel Engineer(Preferred Location - Toronto, ON)Aldea Engineering Services Ltd, a regional engineering firm, is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer/Tunnel Engineer in our Toronto, ON office. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 10 years working on major underground, tunnel, and trenchless projects, including both design and construction roles. Apply through our Careers page on our website: www.aldeaservices.comSpecific duties are generally described as follows: Project Management – including development of proposals, cost estimates and schedules for tunnel, trenchless and rehabilitation projects.Lead tasks and produce technical deliverables according to client specifications.Communicate technical and non-technical information in a concise, professional manner, including participation in technical meetings and workshops with owners, contractors, and other stakeholdersGeotechnical engineering associated with the tunnel and trenchless design and construction of transit (road/rail), and municipal water and wastewater conveyance facilitiesEngineering Calculations – produce geotechnical engineering calculations (including numerical analysis) as required in support of tunnel and trenchless design including support of excavation (shafts & tunnels – including connection details and complex structures), and adherence to all local and national codes of practice for concrete, steel, and timber design. Independent development of Technical Memoranda, Letters, and Reports.Geotechnical Reporting – proficiency in preparation of Technical Memoranda, Geotechnical Data Reports (GDR’s), and Geotechnical Baseline Reports (GBR’s)Geotechnical Parametric Studies/Evaluations - develop design parameters from geotechnical reports.Prepare construction plans and specifications, structural/geotechnical calculations and design reports, and technical memorandaIncrease Aldea’s visibility with internal and external professionals by participating in regional initiatives, conferences, committees, and community associations, including any identified industry activities.Field based assignments may include weekday, night, and weekend work. Office based assignments will require a standard weekday business hours work schedule.Minimum RequirementsBachelor’s Degree in relevant area of study requiredMaster’s Degree a plus10+ years of relevant experience Must be eligible for work in Canada/Markham, Ontario area.Substantial professional project expertise in the planning, design and construction of a variety of tunnel and trenchless projectsRegistered Professional Engineer (P.Eng) or equivalent knowledge of a wide range of tunnel and trenchless construction methodsPreferred Qualifications15+ years of experience with a minimum of 10 years in Tunnel, Trenchless, or Underground ProjectsMaster’s Degree in Civil, Geological/Geotechnical, or related fieldExperience with delivering tunnel and trenchless solutions for projects in soft ground and hard rock Experience with the inspection and design of rehabilitation measures for existing transit and/or water and sewer tunnels Substantial professional project expertise in the planning, design and construction of tunnel and trenchless projectsExperience working on tunnel and trenchless projects in the Greater Toronto Area, Canada, and USA Training and experience in project managementExperience in proposal writing and job scopingExcellent problem-solving, decision making and teamwork skillsExcellent technical writing skills and attention to detailExcellent communication skills, a thorough knowledge of relevant technical codes, operations, processes, and trendsAbility to communicate effectively with colleagues, contractors, and clientsAbility to work independently, exercise independent judgment, interact with other staff, collaborate with other disciplines, and mentor junior staffAldea Engineering Services Ltd. is an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.