Geotechnical Engineer - Dynamic Earth

Description

• The employee is expected to perform approximately 50 to 90 percent of their work week outdoors with the remaining time in the office. Outdoor work frequently includes walking on uneven surfaces in all types of weather conditions and may have exposure to animals, insects, plants, etc.
• Perform reviews of project documents to identify geotechnical considerations.
• Oversee engineering services during construction on projects involving shallow and deep foundations, support of excavations and earthwork operations.
• Communicate field results during subsurface explorations with the project team and/or client, as required.
• Coordinate laboratory testing program based on the field results.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; sit, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; use hands to finger, grasp, or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; push or pull; talk and hear; use repetitive motions.
• Prepare initial geotechnical engineering reports with complied field investigation data and engineering analysis for review by project managers and supervisors.
• Download field data and performing geotechnical engineering analyses and evaluation of the subsurface conditions to develop design recommendations and overall development considerations.
• Perform routine and complex field exploration programs for a wide range of project types.
• Prepare field boring/test pit logs on a variety of projects to document subsurface composition and groundwater levels.
• Prepare construction phase inspection data reports with engineering observations and test results for review by project managers and supervisors
• Efficiently communicate field investigation instructions to drilling/subcontractor based on the project geotechnical scope.

Requirements

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Software Suite including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• The employee is frequently required to lift and/or move up to 35 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to understand general computer commands and learn supporting software for entering field data, laboratory data, timesheets, etc.
• Self-starter who can work independently and with team members.
• Must have hands-on experience with metric and English tools.
• The employee is subject to hazards such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to various heat/cold temperatures typical of the region or exposure to chemicals.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to use various geotechnical software programs.
• Ability to maintain and operate personal and/or company vehicle.
• Independent and critical thinking.
• 0 -3 years’ experience in geotechnical consulting, construction material inspections or laboratory testing. Beneficial experience includes classifying soils in accordance with USDA or USCS, understanding and directing subsurface explorations, performing laboratory testing, and compiling data.
• Experience dealing with regulatory agencies and review professionals.
• Knowledge of the planning and zoning process.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) preferred or have the ability to obtain EIT certificate.
• Ability to work outdoors and in an office setting, as required.
• 0-3 years’ experience in construction phase testing and inspection, including subgrade preparation, foundation installation inspection, fill placement testing, retaining wall construction oversight, soil stabilization oversight, concrete sampling and testing, reinforcing steel inspection, communicating with contractors and daily report preparation.
• The employee is required to have visual acuity to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading and visual inspections of site plans.
• Familiar with the use of AutoCAD, Bluebeam, or similar software’s to assist in the production of site plan drawings.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• American Concrete Institute (ACI) concrete field-testing technician certificate, accredited construction inspection/materials testing certificates, OSHA 40, OSHA 10, and/or American Portable Nuclear Gauge Association (APNGA) gauge training preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Soil Science, Geology or related engineering field; geotechnical engineering concentration preferred.
• Proficient in the use of available mapping websites for due diligence and site investigation purposes.

Benefits

• Health Insurance Benefits
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Parental Leave
• Pathways for Career Advancement
• Disability and 401k Retirement Accounts

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance