About Us
We are an employee-owned, multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm serving clients across North America and beyond. Our team of engineers, scientists, technologists and support staff is dedicated to excellence in engineering and project management.
We believe a commitment to lasting relationships is just as critical as the expertise applied in our work. To us that means we put our people first. From professional development opportunities to an open, flexible and collaborative work environment, a career at KGS is like no other.
Working with us means you’ll be part of some of the most interesting projects across Canada, the U.S. and beyond. We believe we set our own boundaries by what we’re willing to attempt and strive to push the limit on what’s possible. That’s the KGS way.
The Role
We are looking for a Geotechnical Engineering Graduate to join our well-established Geotechnical Department in Mississauga, ON. The successful candidate will be a recent university graduate who is interested in pursuing a career in geotechnical engineering. In this role, you will have the opportunity to perform geotechnical and geologic evaluations and calculations, write technical documents, conduct subsurface investigations, and provide field monitoring, testing and sampling for a variety of projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with scoping, developing budgets, executing, monitoring, and interpreting subsurface exploration programs
- Monitor and log test boring explorations including visual identification and classification of soil and rock materials and preparation of boring logs using multiple logging software programs
- Install and monitor geotechnical instrumentation systems
- Review and interpret the results from geotechnical laboratory testing programs
- Perform geotechnical calculations and analyses involving interpretation of subsurface conditions, soil mechanics, foundation engineering, and slope stabilization
- Perform geotechnical analyses with computer models for slope/embankment stability, braced excavations, pile and drilled shaft foundation capacities, shallow foundation capacities, MSE wall foundation design and foundation/embankment settlement estimates
- Prepare geotechnical data reports and report-quality calculation packages
- Write technical reports, design memoranda, field reports, cost estimating, specifications and permit documents
- Safely perform work in the office and field; fieldwork may occur in all seasonal weather conditions, using equipment (with an ability to lift and move approximately 50 pounds without assistance) and operating vehicles on behalf of the company
- Willing and able to work extended hours, when needed, to meet deadlines
- Ability and interest in travelling locally and/or national (up to 50% of the time), with possible short-term or long-term assignments at project sites
About You
- Bachelor’s degree in civil, geotechnical, or geological Engineering. Post-graduate degree M.Sc. and/or Ph.D. in Civil/Geotechnical engineering will be considered an asset
- Academic or professional training in soil mechanics, foundation engineering with emphasis in several of the following areas: geology, subsurface investigations, geotechnical laboratory testing, mechanics of materials, foundation design, slope stability analyses, soil and rock slope stabilization, earth support structures, geomorphology, and surveying/GIS
- 0-3 years’ experience in the geology, geotechnical, civil, or dam engineering fields, to include: field logging and sampling, slope stability, settlement, earth retaining structure, foundations, general civil design, construction, or other geotechnical analyses
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint software
- Exposure to or knowledge of numerical modeling and finite element analysis, and computer-aided design drafting
- Demonstrated ability to work independently
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work with a team or with minimal supervision, and with contractors in a multi-disciplinary environment, with a willingness to perform a variety of assignments on short notice with a positive attitude
- Strong attention to detail; accuracy is essential
- Focused organization and time management abilities
- Excellent oral & written English language skills. Competency in French, both spoken and written would be considered an asset. Competency in any additional languages would also be considered an asset
- Understanding the importance of health & safety as a top priority
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and the ability/willingness to undergo security clearance checks
The salary range for this role is between $70,000-$95,000 annually.
Please note that the salary range mentioned in this job description is a guide. The final compensation offered may vary based on a variety of factors, including candidate’s experience, skills and location. KGS Group is committed to providing a fair, equitable and competitive package that reflects the value an individual brings to the organization.
The KGS Group Mississauga office offers a hybrid work structure for eligible employees. The option to work from home or from the office is based on the demands of specific tasks.
KGS Group is an employee-owned equal opportunity company offering an excellent total compensation and benefits package for employees.
KGS Group is dedicated to fostering an inclusive, respectful and accessible workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all abilities and are committed to providing accommodations, upon request, to ensure full participation in every stage of the recruitment and selection process.
KGS Group may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the recruitment process. All AI-generated output is reviewed by qualified hiring professionals. We are committed to an inclusive and fair hiring process.
This job posting is for an existing vacancy.