Assistant Geotechnical Engineer (Kansas City)

Description

• Assists in the preparation and review of engineering design calculations, reports, specifications and construction documents, and other technical documents as needed.
• Assists with field observation of site investigation activities.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
• Assists in the geotechnical design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion. Assists in geotechnical hazard assessments, design of shallow and deep foundations, settlement analysis, slope stability analyses, and earthwork.
• Performs geotechnical-related construction observation during the construction phase of projects.
• Assists with field reconnaissance and geological research to evaluate site-specific geologic and hydrogeologic conditions and risks. Assists with development of work scopes and subcontracts for subsurface investigations in support of geotechnical design and evaluation efforts.
• Assists with performance of research and compiles project related data as required by the project team. Assists with compiling geotechnical data, boring logs and subsurface profiles.
• Assists with client presentations and contract administration.

Requirements

• Basic geotechnical software skills preferred, including Ensoft LPILE, slope stability (GeoStudio or UTEXAS4), liquefaction analysis software, excavation support and wall design software.
• Applies basic knowledge of commonly used geotechnical engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the geotechnical engineering services industry.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Engineers in Training-EIT Certification preferred.
• Master Degree of Science Degree in Geotechnical Engineering or Civil Engineering (with Geotechnical Emphasis) from an ABET accredited program strongly preferred.
• Bachelor Degree of Science Degree in Civil Engineering or related field from an ABET accredited program required.
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills. Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located.
• Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
• Basic knowledge in standard geotechnical engineering techniques, principles and procedures.
• Proficient computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite).
• Prior internship and/or related consulting experience preferred.
• Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance