The Opportunity: DS is currently seeking an Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for candidates looking to further develop their career in civil engineering. DS offers competitive salaries along with a complete benefits package and a variety of Training and Development Programs to help you develop the skills you need to succeed in your chosen career path. This is an existing vacancy within the organization.

Key Responsibilities: Assisting in proposal preparation

Co-ordinating subcontractors, laboratory testing, documentation for geotechnical investigations

Supervising borehole drilling, test pit supervision

Managing clients and contractors

Analytical work for slope stability, settlement analysis, soil improvement

Write geotechnical reports and prepare cost estimates and proposals

Provide technical services in a field and laboratory environment

Duties might include but not limited to site inspections, material testing (soil, asphalt, concrete) using nuclear gauge, material sampling, data collection and general geotechnical work supervision

Providing technical assistance in materials related projects and tasks, including carrying out field and laboratory testing of various materials on construction sites, in-situ density testing and testing of concrete and asphalt materials

Summarizing and analyzing findings from investigations and lab testing for report writing

Ensuring workplace health and safety practices are always followed

Work with and provide support to other members of the field technician group in assisting with other field and office activities as required Key Qualifications, Skills & Education: Degree or Post-secondary education in geotechnical, civil or geological engineering or related filed.

Five (5) – eight (8) years related experience in geotechnical engineering field investigations (preferably in a consulting environment) is an asset





Proficiency with common geotechnical and other software

Good understanding of geotechnical investigations on high-rise and low-rise development projects

Must be mobile and willing to work on a combination of field and office work, as travel will be required

Strong workplace health and safety practices

Flexible, well organized, interested in technical and personal advancement

Ability able to carry out assignments with minimal supervision

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, strong report writing skills and verbal communication in English are essential

Knowledge of environmental and hydrogeological investigation work

Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

Must own vehicle with appropriate insurance coverage and hold a valid (G-Level) Ontario Driver's License About DS Consultants Ltd:

DS Consultants Ltd. (DS), a BluMetric company, is a consulting engineering firm specializing in geotechnical, environmental, hydrogeology, building science and materials inspection and testing services. Headquartered in Vaughan, Ontario, with branch offices in Barrie, Hamilton, Cambridge, and a Testing Laboratory in Vaughan, DS is supported by a team of over 140 highly qualified engineers, hydrogeologists, environmental scientists, technologists, and administrative professionals. DS is committed to delivering practical, high-quality solutions while fostering a collaborative and people-focused work environment.

DS is committed to providing accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Accommodations due to a disability are available upon request. DS is an equal prospect employer.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

📌 Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer (Cambridge)
🏢 BluMetric Environmental
📍 Cambridge