Are you a Geotechnical Engineer with a passion for putting public interests first and making a significant impact on individuals and communities within the Province of BC.

If yes, then this could be the job opportunity you have been waiting for!

With BC's huge variety of terrain and environmental conditions, it is one of North America's most challenging environments to build and maintain safe and reliable transportation infrastructure. That's what makes being a Geotechnical Engineer with the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure so exciting - you get to do meaningful and challenging work that helps millions of people across the province..

You may wear many hats as a Geotechnical Engineer with the Ministry - some days you'll be providing advice or doing design work as part of a multi-disciplinary team that is building a new road or bridge. Other days you may be assessing a recent landslide to determine if the road is safe to re-open, or providing advice on whether a future housing development should be built in a certain area.

One thing you definitely will do is be able to point at a specific road or bridge when you're driving around the province, and know that you played a key part in getting it built.

In addition to doing meaningful work with amazing people, some of the other benefits of joining MoTI include:

• Working for one of BC's Top Employers of 2022!
  • Did you know that the BC Public Service has been voted as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers and one of Canada’s Top Family-Friendly Employers 2023!
  • The BC Public Service offers fantastic work-life balance. You will have a 35 hour week and start with at least 4 weeks annual paid leave (this increases to a maximum of 7 weeks over time!
  
  

• Working for more than a pay cheque!
  • The BC Public Service offers great benefits, including comprehensive medical and dental coverage and one of the best pension plans available.
  
  

• Being surrounded by a supportive environment that encourages innovation and creative thinking.
  • You will work for an organization that prioritizes your professional development.
  • With over 32,000 people working throughout the province, there are lots of career development and education opportunities. Unlock your potential now!
  
  

• A flexible work environment, including opportunities to work from home
  

If you think this job sounds exciting, then apply now!

Job Requirements:

• Degree in Geological, Geotechnical or Civil (specialized in Geotechnical Engineering) Engineering or equivalent as recognized by Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC).
• Registered, or immediately eligible for registration as Professional Engineer with Engineers & Geoscientists British Columbia (EGBC) Note: immediately eligible for registration is defined as currently registered as a Professional Engineer in another Canadian jurisdiction, and/or able to obtain registration in BC within 6 months of employment.
• Minimum 5 years Licensed Professional experience (not including Engineer-in-Training status years) in one or more of the following: pavement design, foundation design, geotechnical assessments, materials engineering, geohazard assessment, or field assessments.
• Experience procuring and managing contracts may be preferred.
• Candidates with leadership experience in infrastructure planning, field investigation, design and/or construction for geotechnical projects may be preferred.
• Preference may be given to applicants with geotechnical engineering experience in highway infrastructure

For questions regarding this position, please contact Eve.Williams@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This position can be based in any Ministry of Transportation office. The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations.
3 positions available.
An eligibility list may be established for future temporary and/or permanent vacancies.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work at home as per the Telework Agreement.

Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to applicants that self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, Métis, or Inuit) seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. For guidance on applying and interviewing, please contact IndigenousApplicants@gov.bc.ca or 778-405-3452.

How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above.

Professional Designation: YES - Please include your registration number in your application. You must be registered (or immediately eligible for registration) as a Professional Engineer with Engineers & Geoscientists British Columbia (EGBC). Note: immediately eligible for registration is defi0ned as currently registered as a Professional Engineer in another Canadian jurisdiction, and/or able to obtain registration in BC within 6 months of employment. Applicants must confirm their eligibility with the EGBC. Confirmation of registration/eligibility will be required before an offer of employment can be made.

Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES - A resume is required as part of your application, however, it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes.

Questionnaire: YES (COMPREHENSIVE) - You will be prompted to complete a comprehensive online questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Ensure you include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience. Please allot approximately 60 minutes to complete the questionnaire.

Helpful tips, videos and more regarding the application process can be found on the Your Job Application page of MyHR. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, e-mail BCPSA.Hiring.Centre@gov.bc.ca, before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible.

Additional Information:
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located at the bottom of the posting.

Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.