Geotechnical engineer, Barrie

Geotechnical Engineer Posted on January 22, 2026 by Employer details

GEMTEC Consulting Engineers and Scientists Limited

Job Overview GEMTEC is a growing firm with offices throughout Atlantic Canada and in Ontario, and we are looking for a motivated and skilled Geotechnical Engineer to join our team. GEMTEC management understands that creative, talented employees are assets, and that investing in employee development is an investment in our firm. We strive to have employees that are multi-faceted and versatile with a variety of skills. We are seeking a full-time Geotechnical Engineer in our Barrie, Ontario office.

Qualifications

Hold a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering (Civil or Geological Engineering programs may also be suitable)

A master’s or doctorate degree is considered an asset

Possess at least 7 years of post‑graduate experience in geotechnical engineering, with a focus on geotechnical engineering

Demonstrate excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills in English, strong organizational abilities, and the capacity to manage and prioritize multiple assignments simultaneously, ensuring the delivery of quality work on time and within budget

Have experience in geotechnical design for roads, bridges, dams, buildings, tunneling, etc.

Be proficient in geotechnical software applications such as Slope/W, Seep/W, Sigma/W, Settle3D, FLAC, PLAXIS or similar

Be a licensed Professional Engineer in Canada and be (or eligible to become) a Registered Professional Engineer with PEO

Be motivated to provide excellent client service and enjoy working in a multi‑disciplinary team environment

Have experience with and the ability to make informed decisions regarding intrusive and non‑intrusive field investigations, basic and advanced laboratory testing, and material characterization

Be experienced in field investigation techniques such as CPT, SPT, and their application in static and seismic design

Experience with MTO Foundations investigation and design is considered an asset

Responsibilities

Work collaboratively with other GEMTEC offices, particularly for larger and multi‑disciplinary assignments

Coordinate and manage geotechnical programs, including field investigations, geotechnical analysis and design, and report preparation for highways, roads, bridges, buildings, marine and municipal infrastructure, land development, geotechnical instrumentation, mines and dams

Complete geotechnical design for shallow and deep foundations, retaining structures, embankment dams, roadway embankments, railways, excavation support systems, tunnels, trenchless construction, staged embankment construction, and ground improvement methods

Perform project management functions, including proposal preparation, budget estimation, scheduling, scope management, project summary report preparation, maintaining quality throughout the project, and implementing improvements

Mentor junior staff

Adhere to health and safety protocols, promoting a safe working environment

Adhere to all company policies

Other duties as required

Position Details Position: Full time (37.5 hours per week)

Must have a valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle

Benefits and Compensation Salary Range: $80,000– $110,000 CAD annually

Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plan with employer match, paid time off and holidays

Location&Work Location: Barrie, Ontario (on site)

Application Interested individuals should apply at

Advertised Until 2026-02-21

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