Intermediate Associate, Geotechnical

Toronto, ON

30 Forensic Engineering is one of Canada’s largest and most respected multi-disciplinary forensic firms. Our core team of 100 professional investigators, engineering technicians, and support staff is enhanced through relationships with some of the top scientists, standard-makers, and specialized consultants in North America. We serve a wide range of industries including Insurance, Manufacturing, Legal, Construction, Health Care, Commercial and Residential Property, Financial, Government, Hospitality, Mining, Renewable Energy, and Transportation.

If you want to be part of a agile, growing firm and contribute your skills, knowledge, and expertise to our diverse team of professionals, we’d like to hear from you.

Purpose: The Geotechnical Engineer (Intermediate Associate) will report directly into the Senior Vice President & Practice Lead, Materials Failure, collaborating with other subject matter experts to consult with clients; perform examinations, testing, and analysis; and prepare engineering reports and findings in a explicit, concise, efficient and professional manner.

Role responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):

Provide technical leadership in geotechnical-related investigations, projects, and tasks, on both a national and international scale including the development and implementation of desk study and field investigations

Participate with other -30- Forensic Engineering staff in business development, as well as the promotion of advancing market growth opportunities

Investigate geotechnical, mining and heavy civil infrastructure failures with a specific focus on foundations, slopes, excavations and cuts, earth retaining systems and contamination.

Perform site examinations relating to loss/failure

Effectively communicate investigation and analysis findings to clients and others within boardrooms, during mediations, and trials

Review plans and specifications to determine whether they meet relevant guidelines, codes, and other regulations

Assist in developing and preparing engineering drawings and simulations from field measurements, sketches, engineering calculations,



specification sheets, and other data

Prepare technical reports based upon sound investigations and analysis

Manage projects according to client-approved scopes of work, and deliver high-quality reports on time and within budget

Work towards providing expert testimony in court

Mentoring and/or direction of more junior staff on investigation assignments

Start to develop and grow existing client base

Participation in industry events and seminars

Develop an understanding of the core values of the firm and familiarization with the strategic plan

Perform additional duties as required

Requirements

Advanced degree (Ph. D or M.Sc.) in Geotechnical Engineering

A minimum 4 years of experience (post-degree) working in a consulting engineering setting at an intermediate project management level. Exposure to international projects is considered a strong asset.

Must have Professional Engineer licensing in Ontario (P.Eng).

Heavy civil infrastructure, mining, and land development experience

A sound base in the application of geotechnical engineering (earth retaining systems, foundations, excavations, slopes) to problem solving. Ideallly, the successful candidate will have exposure to tailings dam design and build, soil solidification, engineering containment and subsurface barriers.

Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle

Excellent technical writing skills are a must

Ability to communicate effectively with clients

Good presentation skills are an asset

Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Also required is fluency in multiple languages due to the international nature of this role

Competencies and Attributes:

Ability to manage projects

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail





Ability to prioritize and multitask

Self-motivated and ability to self-manage

Capacity for learning

Capability to work independently and in a team

Ability to communicate effectively – both oral and written

Proficient in learning new computer applications

Thorough and results-oriented

Excellent teamwork skills

Flexibility

Our Mission: We are problem solvers. Together, our passionate and diverse professionals are relentless in their pursuit of the truth. We bring clarity to complex scientific problems to help our clients make decisions with confidence.

How we work: Our corporate philosophy is based on providing an unparalleled combination of technical excellence, powerful reporting, and professional service. That, combined with our commitment to ethical practice, has quickly established us as the preeminent forensic firm in Canada servicing the legal and insurance industries. The firm is progressive in its management practices and is committed to implement systems and protocols that will support ongoing growth.

Our Process: 30 Forensic Engineering is an equal prospect employer and is committed to providing an accessible recruitment process. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of gender identity or expression, race, ethnic origin, creed, place of origin, age, sex, marital status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, and any other category protected by law. Upon request we will provide accommodation for applicants with disabilities.

We believe in diversity and inclusivity and that is why our interview process is designed for a positive candidate experience and to ensure every candidate is evaluated equally. All applications will be reviewed from our Talent Team and the successful candidate(s) will go through the following recruitment process:

Recruiter Phone Interview

Hiring Manager(s) Interview

Team Interview

We thank all candidates for their interest however, only those qualified for the position will be contacted.

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📌 Intermediate Associate, Geotechnical (Winnipeg)
🏢 -30- Forensic Engineering
📍 Winnipeg