Job Description

P. Machibroda Engineering Ltd. (PMEL) has an exciting opportunity for a motivated and detail-oriented

Advanced Geotechnical Materials Testing Technician or Engineer

to join our team. Based in Saskatoon, PMEL is a leading consulting firm specializing in Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Engineering and Advanced Geotechnical Materials Testing services across Western Canada. This role offers hands-on experience in specialized geotechnical materials testing with mentorship and guidance from our senior team.

Duties and Responsibilities

Materials Testing & Analysis:*
Perform soil index parameter testing (e.g., Atterberg limits, hydrometers, sieves, moisture contents, visual classifications, sulphate, and resistivity tests). Conduct advanced geotechnical materials testing for engineering properties (e.g., various triaxial tests, unconfined, direct shear, consolidation, and permeability tests). Log rock core to determine strength and other engineering properties. Ensure all testing is performed in accordance with internal company standards, industry standards and recognized standards (e.g., ASTM/CCIL/CSA). Lab Operations & Data Management:*
Manage lab data workflows including soil sample preparation, test setup and data collection. Process and interpret lab results, including data reduction, plotting and documentation. Compile detailed technical reports. Equipment Maintenance & Calibration:*
Perform routine calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment and instrumentation. Coordinate with vendors or technical support for specialized calibration of laboratory equipment and instrumentation. Maintain calibration records and maintenance logs. Communication & Collaboration:*
Effectively communicate laboratory findings and observations to project engineers through both verbal communication and written documentation.

Skills and Qualifications

Diploma in Engineering Technology or related field. Bachelor of Science in Engineering (or progress degree) is considered an asset. Geotechnical Testing and Instrumentation coursework is an asset. Prior lab experience and instrumentation testing are beneficial. Valid Class 5 Driver's license is required.

What We Offer

Upon joining PMEL 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. PMEL is committed to providing an attractive Total Rewards package including competitive industry wages, a comprehensive group benefit plan, group retirement savings plan as well as participation in a company profit-sharing plan where employees are rewarded for individual performance.

About Us

In 1977, Paul Machibroda, who was recognized as a Geotechnical Pioneer by the Canadian Geotechnical Society, started offering geotechnical engineering services from his garage because he saw the need for a cost-effective, locally owned geotechnical engineering company. Paul was an entrepreneur and his tenacity, passion and dedication to the industry were instrumental in creating and growing his one-person operation to an employee-owned company with over 50 employees. Our multidisciplinary and talented team includes engineers, geoscientists, technologists and technicians, drillers and support staff. We are eager and ready to use our wealth of knowledge and experience to provide quality service to our clients. And we're not done yet, we want to continue working with our clients to offer new services as their needs arise.

Paul always believed the cornerstone of great service was to provide honest, ethical and timely service with a personal touch. For over 45 years our mission at P. Machibroda Engineering Ltd. has been to provide practical and timely engineering solutions and quality technical services in an environment that supports the health and safety of our team.

We are proud of our history and our valued clients return to and recommend us time and again because of the value we add to their projects. Today this amazing team continues to build on the lessons learned from Paul to drive your project's success.

At P. Machibroda Engineering Ltd., we believe that above all else, our business should be based on honesty, teamwork, integrity, and quality.

Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to work for a remarkable organization that takes pride in its employees and all they do.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Dental care Disability insurance Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off Profit sharing RRSP match Tuition reimbursement Vision care
Work Location: In person