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Junior Geotechnical or Geological Engineer (2026041081) Thurber has an exciting opportunity for a Junior Geotechnical or Geological Engineer to join our team in Victoria, British Columbia . As our Junior Geotechnical Engineer, you will work on varied projects and develop your skills with guidance and mentorship from our senior team. Responsibilities Work outside on field assessments including mapping, investigations, and site meetings; Plan, coordinate and manage geotechnical aspects of design and construction projects to meet our clients needs and maintain Thurbers safety and quality standards; Work with contractors and owners of construction projects; Review construction in progress and support testing of geotechnical materials; Coordinate and execute field programs for geotechnical assessments, including field investigations and logging of soil and rock for infrastructure, foundation design, natural hazards, etc.; Oversee installation and implementation of geotechnical instrumentation monitoring programs; Work in the office on analysis and design tasks such as slope stability, data compilation, review, and interpretation of laboratory data; Prepare and write proposals and technical reports; and, Manage assigned tasks/projects, schedule, and budgets. Qualifications and Assets 0 to 5 years of relevant experience in the Geotechnical Engineering field and an undergraduate and/or graduate degree in Geotechnical Engineering or Geological Engineering; Eligibility for registration with the Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia; Class 5 drivers license; Strong written and verbal English communication skills; Strong understanding of rock and soil mechanics; and, Experience involving 2D and 3D geotechnical software packages such as RocScience is an asset. Base Salary Range $77,500 - $88,000 per year, based on a 40-hour work week. The posted wage range for this position represents the range for the experience and qualifications noted in this posting. The offered wage may be adjusted upward for candidates whose qualifications and experience exceed those expressed in this posting. Candidates with less experience and qualifications may be considered at a reduced starting wage. What we offer 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. The VITP is located on 35 acres of land with trails and pathways. Employees have access to the free 24/7 onsite fitness center. Our flat organizational structure allows easy access to senior professionals, corporate leaders, and subject matter experts across the company for mentorship and feedback. Our culture is respectful, collaborative, inclusive, and fun. We offer financial support towards professional development. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr