AECOM is actively seeking a Geotechnical Engineer for a new full-time position based out of the GTA Ontario. The ideal candidate is a highly skilled Rock Mechanics/Geotechnical Engineer to join our team and will have balanced experience in geotechnical design and site reconnaissance, as well as expertise in geological mapping, rock mechanics, and geotechnical investigations.
Responsibilities:
Technical Support
- Assist Senior Engineer to carry out on-going and future projects in rock mechanics engineering.
- Conduct site reconnaissance and geological mapping with a focus on rock mechanics and rock mass classification systems.
- Develop computer-aided geological models, profiles, and cross-sections using tools such as AutoCAD, ArcGIS, or Leapfrog.
- Perform soil and rock excavation and slope stability, and rock fall analyses, and design mitigation measures.
- Plan/prepare geotechnical investigations, including in-situ and laboratory testing, and interpret results to define geotechnical design parameters.
- Prepare geotechnical design reports, specifications, and technical proposals.
- Design rock slope support for open cuts and provide geohazard and terrain hazard assessments.
- Design of tunnels in both soft and hard ground TBM and SEM (Sequential Excavation Methods).
- Support the design of SOE (support of excavation) systems of shafts and cut and cover tunnels.
- Prepare contracts for geotechnical investigations, surveys, and construction works.
Software Proficiency
- Utilize RocScience Suite, including RocFall (2D/3D), Dips, RocPlane, SWedge, RocTopple, RSData, RS2, Slide2/3 (or Slope/W), and Plaxis 2D/3D
- Work with AutoCAD and ArcGIS for creating ground model
- (Preferred) Experience with Leapfrog for 3D geological modeling.
Collaboration & Coordination
- Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including civil, structural, tunneling, and hydrology experts.
- Liaise with contractors, clients, and local authorities to ensure project approvals and compliance.