Assistant Geotechnical Engineer (Kansas City)

Description

• 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.
• Assists in the preparation and review of engineering design calculations, reports, specifications and construction documents, and other technical documents as needed.
• 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.
• Assists with field observation of site investigation activities.
• 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.
• Performs geotechnical-related construction observation during the construction phase of projects.

Requirements

• Basic knowledge in standard geotechnical engineering techniques, principles and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Engineers in Training-EIT Certification preferred.
• Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
• Proficient computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite).
• Applies basic knowledge of commonly used geotechnical engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the geotechnical engineering services industry.
• 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.
• Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
• 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.
• Basic geotechnical software skills preferred, including Ensoft LPILE, slope stability (GeoStudio or UTEXAS4), liquefaction analysis software, excavation support and wall design software.
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills. Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Prior internship and/or related consulting experience preferred.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance