Principal Geotechnical Engineer at Rina in Chicago, IL | Kablio

Role

Description

computations review

design review

client interface

geotech seal

expert testimony

technical coaching

THINK FORWARD - Capitalise on experiences and translate them into action plans for the future
MAKE EFFECTIVE DECISIONS - Structure activities according to priorities, actions, resources and constraint
Check engineering computations and analyses from project conception to completion
Review the work product prepared by engineering staff; verify the work for accuracy and completeness, proper work methods, techniques, and compliance with applicable standards and specifications.
Interface with clients and review proposals for service.
Review and seal geotechnical reports, designs and plans.
Provide expert testimony at public hearings in support of projects. This may include hearings for gravel pits.
PROMOTE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT - Promote commitment by keeping promises as a Role Model
Provide technical expertise for discipline and serve as coach for engineering team.
BUILD NETWORK - Forge trust relationships, across departments, and outside the organization
Mentor junior engineers and support their development.
Provide design/build and value engineering reviews and recommendations.
Develop design basis documents / recommendations
Detailed review of engineering plans, specifications, and costs for projects.
MANAGE EMOTIONS - Recognise one's and other's emotions and express and regulate one's reactions
Review field work procedures and evaluate collected data.

Requirements

pe license

autocad

microstation

20+ years

geotechnical

bachelor's

1+ years of experience leading an engineering team through all phases of a project design with a strong ability to organize, supervise, and evaluate the work of staff.
Professional Engineer (PE) license and have ability to expand licensing to other states.
Working knowledge of computer-aided design software and other PC software packages typically associated with engineering (i.e. AutoCAD, MicroStation, etc.) as well as proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
20+ years of experience independently planning, performing, and coordinating advanced level geotechnical engineering studies, computations, drawings, and reports.
Advanced knowledge of design techniques and tools in the production of technical plans, drawings, and models
Driver License is required
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
Bachelor’s degree from an ABET accredited institution required (discipline in Geotechnical or Civil engineering, or equivalent fields of study)

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1861

Year Established

The company was founded in 1861 as Registro Italiano Navale.

200+ offices

Global Network

Operates a substantial network of over 200 offices globally.

70+ countries

International Presence

Presence in over 70 countries worldwide.

5,800+ professionals

Workforce Size

Employs over 5,800 professionals across its global operations.

Originally established as a ship classification register, has since evolved into a diversified engineering and consultancy firm.
Provides testing, inspection, certification, and engineering solutions for industries including Marine, Energy and Mobility, Real Estate and Infrastructure, Space and Defense, and Industry 4.0.
Extensive expertise across various engineering disciplines to support clients at all project stages, from concept design to decommissioning.
Focuses on addressing complex challenges and delivering innovative solutions across its sectors.
Recent expansion through strategic acquisitions, notably the 2023 acquisition of Patrick Engineering to strengthen its position in North American infrastructure.

Culture + Values

Integrity and Transparency: It means working with objectivity and by operating in a way that makes it easier for others to see which actions are performed.
Accountability and Results: It means that we are a business, conscious of our role on the market and geared towards achieving results. We work together to achieve company, team, and individual objectives, driven by the common goal of delivering more than just financial returns.
Determination and flexibility: It means that we strive to reach our goals and are able to change our mindset to exploit new information and technologies.
Curiosity and competency: It means that we build our business from a solid foundation of knowledge, endlessly looking to widen our horizons and increase our expertise.
Collaboration and trust: It means that we all work for the same company – RINA – with the goal of growing as one team. We work together, earning and demonstrating trust and building shared value that makes us stronger.

Environment + Sustainability

2023 Carbon Neutrality

Commitment to Sustainability

Aimed to achieve carbon neutrality by 2023, demonstrating strong commitment to reducing emissions.

Net-Zero by 2050

Long-Term Climate Goal

Committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, aligning with global climate goals.

Positioned as a leader in sustainability and environmental initiatives, integrating principles across business units.
Published a Stakeholder Engagement Policy in 2022 to involve stakeholders in long-term development.
Voluntarily adopted new sustainability reporting standards.
Focus on continuous improvement of environmental performance and quality of life while preserving resources.
Offers services like environmental impact assessments, resource efficiency optimization, and climate change strategies.
2022 sustainability report highlighted improvements in financial performance and employee work-life balance.
Operates across sectors including energy, oil and gas, infrastructure, and industry.
Provides expertise in carbon footprint reduction, sustainable biofuels, renewable energy, and circular economy practices.
Advanced hydrogen and CCUS technologies in 2023, contributing to decarbonization.
Involved in Hydrogen Valley projects and large-scale carbon capture initiatives.

Inclusion & Diversity

2024 DE&I Award

Inclusion Recognition

Awarded for efforts in hiring people with disabilities and promoting workplace inclusion.

33% Women Employees

Gender Representation

33% of employees are women, reflecting the company's commitment to gender diversity.

27% Women Managers

Managerial Diversity

27% of managerial positions are held by women, demonstrating progress in leadership roles.

Gender Equality Certification

Certified Organizations

Entities certified according to UNI/PdR 125:2022 for gender equality and preventing discrimination.

Updated Diversity & Inclusion Policy aligns with Italian guideline UNI PdR 125:2022 on gender equality management systems.
Launched the #IRespect campaign in 2021 to promote a culture of dignity and respect in the workplace.
Established a DE&I Guide Committee to monitor progress and approve resources for inclusion, equity, and diversity initiatives.
Implemented a transparent framework called 'myCareer' and adopted a competency-based approach to performance evaluation.

Articles

History with key facts

Sustainability & Reports

Purpose & Way Youtube Video

Role

Description

computations review

design review

client interface

geotech seal

expert testimony

technical coaching

THINK FORWARD - Capitalise on experiences and translate them into action plans for the future
MAKE EFFECTIVE DECISIONS - Structure activities according to priorities, actions, resources and constraint
Check engineering computations and analyses from project conception to completion
Review the work product prepared by engineering staff; verify the work for accuracy and completeness, proper work methods, techniques, and compliance with applicable standards and specifications.
Interface with clients and review proposals for service.
Review and seal geotechnical reports, designs and plans.
Provide expert testimony at public hearings in support of projects. This may include hearings for gravel pits.
PROMOTE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT - Promote commitment by keeping promises as a Role Model
Provide technical expertise for discipline and serve as coach for engineering team.
BUILD NETWORK - Forge trust relationships, across departments, and outside the organization
Mentor junior engineers and support their development.
Provide design/build and value engineering reviews and recommendations.
Develop design basis documents / recommendations
Detailed review of engineering plans, specifications, and costs for projects.
MANAGE EMOTIONS - Recognise one's and other's emotions and express and regulate one's reactions
Review field work procedures and evaluate collected data.

Requirements

pe license

autocad

microstation

20+ years

geotechnical

bachelor's

1+ years of experience leading an engineering team through all phases of a project design with a strong ability to organize, supervise, and evaluate the work of staff.
Professional Engineer (PE) license and have ability to expand licensing to other states.
Working knowledge of computer-aided design software and other PC software packages typically associated with engineering (i.e. AutoCAD, MicroStation, etc.) as well as proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
20+ years of experience independently planning, performing, and coordinating advanced level geotechnical engineering studies, computations, drawings, and reports.
Advanced knowledge of design techniques and tools in the production of technical plans, drawings, and models
Driver License is required
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
Bachelor’s degree from an ABET accredited institution required (discipline in Geotechnical or Civil engineering, or equivalent fields of study)

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1861

Year Established

The company was founded in 1861 as Registro Italiano Navale.

200+ offices

Global Network

Operates a substantial network of over 200 offices globally.

70+ countries

International Presence

Presence in over 70 countries worldwide.

5,800+ professionals

Workforce Size

Employs over 5,800 professionals across its global operations.

Originally established as a ship classification register, has since evolved into a diversified engineering and consultancy firm.
Provides testing, inspection, certification, and engineering solutions for industries including Marine, Energy and Mobility, Real Estate and Infrastructure, Space and Defense, and Industry 4.0.
Extensive expertise across various engineering disciplines to support clients at all project stages, from concept design to decommissioning.
Focuses on addressing complex challenges and delivering innovative solutions across its sectors.
Recent expansion through strategic acquisitions, notably the 2023 acquisition of Patrick Engineering to strengthen its position in North American infrastructure.

Culture + Values

Integrity and Transparency: It means working with objectivity and by operating in a way that makes it easier for others to see which actions are performed.
Accountability and Results: It means that we are a business, conscious of our role on the market and geared towards achieving results. We work together to achieve company, team, and individual objectives, driven by the common goal of delivering more than just financial returns.
Determination and flexibility: It means that we strive to reach our goals and are able to change our mindset to exploit new information and technologies.
Curiosity and competency: It means that we build our business from a solid foundation of knowledge, endlessly looking to widen our horizons and increase our expertise.
Collaboration and trust: It means that we all work for the same company – RINA – with the goal of growing as one team. We work together, earning and demonstrating trust and building shared value that makes us stronger.

Environment + Sustainability

2023 Carbon Neutrality

Commitment to Sustainability

Aimed to achieve carbon neutrality by 2023, demonstrating strong commitment to reducing emissions.

Net-Zero by 2050

Long-Term Climate Goal

Committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, aligning with global climate goals.

Positioned as a leader in sustainability and environmental initiatives, integrating principles across business units.
Published a Stakeholder Engagement Policy in 2022 to involve stakeholders in long-term development.
Voluntarily adopted new sustainability reporting standards.
Focus on continuous improvement of environmental performance and quality of life while preserving resources.
Offers services like environmental impact assessments, resource efficiency optimization, and climate change strategies.
2022 sustainability report highlighted improvements in financial performance and employee work-life balance.
Operates across sectors including energy, oil and gas, infrastructure, and industry.
Provides expertise in carbon footprint reduction, sustainable biofuels, renewable energy, and circular economy practices.
Advanced hydrogen and CCUS technologies in 2023, contributing to decarbonization.
Involved in Hydrogen Valley projects and large-scale carbon capture initiatives.

Inclusion & Diversity

2024 DE&I Award

Inclusion Recognition

Awarded for efforts in hiring people with disabilities and promoting workplace inclusion.

33% Women Employees

Gender Representation

33% of employees are women, reflecting the company's commitment to gender diversity.

27% Women Managers

Managerial Diversity

27% of managerial positions are held by women, demonstrating progress in leadership roles.

Gender Equality Certification

Certified Organizations

Entities certified according to UNI/PdR 125:2022 for gender equality and preventing discrimination.

Updated Diversity & Inclusion Policy aligns with Italian guideline UNI PdR 125:2022 on gender equality management systems.
Launched the #IRespect campaign in 2021 to promote a culture of dignity and respect in the workplace.
Established a DE&I Guide Committee to monitor progress and approve resources for inclusion, equity, and diversity initiatives.
Implemented a transparent framework called 'myCareer' and adopted a competency-based approach to performance evaluation.

Articles

History with key facts

Sustainability & Reports

Purpose & Way Youtube Video