Geotechnical Engineer in Training or Intermediate Engineer

Company Overview: 
Onsite Engineering is a mid-sized consulting engineering and geoscience company with multiple 
off ices across BC.  We are a diverse company that provides high quality engineering and 
geoscience services to government, industry and land-owners.  We have purposely built our 
company to allow our senior professionals to do what they do best – top notch technical work. We 
understand that, as professionals in the engineering fi eld, the work we do builds the places we live, 
work, and play for generations and we are proud to play our part.  
 
Position Overview: 
Reporting directly to the Courtenay Manager, the successful Engineer in Training to Intermediate 
P.Eng. will primarily be involved in construction related geotechnical engineering at a remote mine 
site in Northern BC. This camp-based position is a critical role in the construction of a new access 
road within the remote location, and will include overseeing day-to-day construction activities, 
coordination with contractors, subcontractors, site and other engineers, monitoring progress and 
providing both technical and quality management. Camp shifts are typically 2 weeks on, 2 weeks 
off.  This position's office location is flexible.
 
While the construction project is seasonal, this is a permanent full-time position. During off-season 
months, the role will include general engineering services from proposal stage through to survey, 
assessment, design and construction of projects. Projects may vary from resource sector road and 
crossing survey and design to geotechnical assessments to support resource development and 
construction.  
 
The successful applicant will have the opportunity for professional development working with a 
motivated and dynamic team of experienced professionals. Fieldwork is an integral part of this 
position, and applicants must be prepared for fi eld work including camp shifts, northern climates 
and hiking in to remote sites in all conditions. 
 
Major Job Functions: 

•  Construction-related field engineering tasks including: 

•  Site supervision and coordination 

•  Technical support 

•  Quality Control and Compliance 

•  Reporting and Documentation 

•  Communication 

•  Consultant engineering services, including: 

•  Site investigations, geotechnical drilling and/or test pitting 

•  Report preparation 

•  Geotechnical design 

•  Coordinating project drawings and reports 

•  Completing field reviews during construction  

•  Assisting with project management and/or contract administration 
 
Specific Skills and Knowledge: 

•  Strong communication and interpersonal skills and ability to build positive 
relationships across all levels of the business. 

•  Strong technical analysis and technical writing capabilities 

•  Physically fit and comfortable with outdoor work and in camp

•  Strong planning and organizational skills with the ability to work on numerous 
projects 

•  Willingness to learn and work with limited supervision 
 
Education and Experience: 

•  Bachelor's degree Geological, Civil or related field of Engineering 

•  Eligible for registration with EGBC as an EIT 

•  Experience working in a remote mine site an asset 

•  Minimum 4 years of experience 
 
Work Location and Site Conditions: 

•  Remote Camp setting with private accommodations 

•  Camp Accommodations include meals, gym, recreation and entertainment facilities 

•  Travel Arrangements provided from Courtenay Airport 

•  FIFO Schedule: 14 days on / 14 days off  based on 12 -hour days 

•  Drug & Alcohol-free workplace  
 
Salary Range: 

•  1st Year EIT (E1-E k 

•  2nd Year EIT (E k 

•  3rd Year EIT (E k 

•  4th Year EIT (E2-E k 

•  Junior P.Eng. (E3) 85 – 100k 

•  Intermediate P.Eng. (E k 
 
Benefits Summary: 

•  Flexible working arrangements. 

•  Competitive salary. 

•  Great career advancement opportunities. 

•  A full benefit package including extended health, vision, and dental coverage, and GRSP 
matching. 

•  Interesting and diverse project work. 

•  Relocation assistance. 

•  Continuous support for growth through both internal and external professional 
development opportunities.