SYSTRA Canada is part of the SYSTRA group, an international consulting and engineering group, a world leader in the design of transport infrastructures. SYSTRA Canada is an engineering and consulting firm whose primary focus is to offer transportation solutions, whether for passengers or goods: feasibility studies of building a new railway line, increasing the capacity of the existing infrastructure, privatization of a railway. SYSTRA Canada is seeking a senior geophysicist to lead geophysical studies in support of transport infrastructure design, supervise an internal team, and manage subcontractors.

This is a high-value engineering role with deep integration into GIS/BIM models and design reviews. crosshole/downhole) aligned with engineering/environmental objectives, balancing risk-cost-schedule. Integrate data and models into GIS/BIM deliverables with full traceability, metadata, and reproducibility.

Deliver design value: tailor acquisition schemes, execute processing and 2D/3D inversions (Vs/Vp, resistivity, density, permittivity), and produce maps/anomalies, isopachs, hazard zoning and actionable recommendations. Manage 1-3 technicians/engineers and oversee subcontractors end-to-end (specs, HSE, QA/QC, permits/coactivity, field audits, validation and acceptance against KPIs).



Ensure regulatory compliance and proactive FR/EN stakeholder communication; maintain 30-40% field presence.

D. in Geophysics, Geosciences, Geological Engineering, or a related discipline.

Years of Experience: M.Sc. track: 12-15+ years in applied geophysics (civil/mining/geotechnical), leading complex field campaigns, GIS/BIM integration, and subcontractor oversight. D. track: 8-12+ years with proven expertise in 2D/3D multiparameter modeling/inversion and translating results into design decisions.

Technical

Competencies crosshole/downhole testing. Strong verbal and written communication skills in French and English.

Reason for bilingual requirement: You will collaborate with a diverse client base, including French- and English-speaking organizations. Bilingualism is essential to build robust client relationships, understand specific needs, and communicate effectively in their preferred language.

Personal And Soft Skills

Multi-project and priority management. Familiarity with railway safety and work within active rail rights-of-way (an asset). We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that values applications from all and offers employment equity based on the merits and abilities of candidates and personnel. These tools do not make hiring decisions;

📌 Field Geophysicist (Montreal)
🏢 SYSTRA Canada
📍 Montreal