Thurber has an exciting opportunity for an Intermediate Pavement Engineer to join our team in Ottawa, Ontario.
Thurber provides geotechnical, environmental and construction materials engineering and testing services for a variety of industries across Canada. Our multidisciplinary expertise allows us to work on problems related to earth, the environment and construction materials. We solve problems in a wide variety of industries including transportation, building construction, municipal infrastructure, land development, dams and water resources, industrial development, mining, oil and gas, marine and environmental services.
This posting is to fill an existing vacancy for this location.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate subsurface site investigations, including borehole logging, sampling of asphalt, soil and rock, pavement condition surveys, drainage condition surveys, pavement coring;
- Coordinate and carry out field inspection of construction works;
- Prepare technical reports such as technical specifications, pavement design reports and write proposals;
- Carry out pavement engineering analysis such as DARWin, AASHTOWare Pavement ME, and StreetPave 12;
- Supervision of technicians and junior engineers; and,
- Manage project schedule and budgets.
Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering;
- Post-graduate degree in Pavement Engineering is an asset;
- Minimum 4 years of experience in Pavement Engineering field;
- Professional Engineer (P.Eng.); and,
- Prior experience in consulting engineering is considered an asset.
Desirable Skills
- Strong English oral and written skills;
- Ability to incorporate Falling Weight Deflectometer (FWD) testing into pavement investigation and ability to carry out FWD analysis using ELMOD or equivalent software;
- Ability to interpret Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) survey results and incorporate into pavement investigations;
- Familiarity with Inertial profiler testing and result interpretation;
- Strong analytical, project management and report writing skills;
- A high level of proficiency with current pavement software applications;
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills;
- Ability to work independently and cooperate with a team in various environment; and,
- Valid Ontario Driver’s License (G).
Base Salary Range
- $84,000 - $99,000 per year, based on a 40-hour work week.
- The posted wage range for this position represents the range for the experience and qualifications noted in this posting.
- The offered wage may be adjusted upward for candidates whose qualifications and experience exceed those expressed in this posting.
- Candidates with less experience and qualifications may be considered at a reduced starting wage.
Accessibility Accommodations
Thurber is committed to providing accessible service for our clients, employees, job applicants, suppliers, and visitors who may enter our premises, access our information, or use our services. We endeavor to provide equal opportunities to persons with disabilities. If you, as a job applicant, require accommodation to assist with your application or during our interviewing process, if you are selected for further screening, please let us know by email to [email protected].
What we offer
Upon joining Thurber Engineering you'll be welcomed into a casual, inclusive and professional office environment where open communication is valued at all levels. We're eager to help our team reach their potential which is why many of our team members spend much of their career with us! Here are the benefits of working for us:
- Our flat organizational structure allows easy access to senior professionals, corporate leaders, and subject matter experts across the company for mentorship and feedback.
- Our culture is respectful, collaborative, inclusive, and fun.
- We offer financial support towards professional development.
- We provide health and dental coverage, a healthcare spending account, RRSP matching, and an Employee and Family assistance program with 24/7 support online or over the phone.
About Thurber
Thurber Engineering Ltd. provides environmental, geotechnical, and materials engineering and testing services. A Canadian-owned company since 1957, we are consistently recognized for the quality of our work, the knowledge of our people, and for conducting our business with integrity.
Our team continues to grow as we build our reputation by working closely with our clients to provide timely, high-value solutions and technical support. Thurber is wholly owned by our senior employees and operates from British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Ontario.
At Thurber, we know that our success can be attributed to the hard working, innovative group of people who come in every day ready and excited to take on new challenges and solve problems. We seek out team members who work hard, innovate, and operate with integrity. Our regional diversity gives us specialized knowledge of the various and complex geological and environmental conditions across Canada.
Our Purpose:
To make a difference for people.
Our Values:
Passion:
We're driven to deliver our best and inspire others.
Quality:
We're committed to providing our clients with a quality experience, in both service and product.
Caring:
We show kindness and concern for others, the environment, and the industry.
Together:
We make a difference for people by working with passion, quality, and care - together.
Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to work for a remarkable organization that takes pride in its employees
