Geotechnical Engineer (Retaining Wall)

Description

• Coordinate/supervise all forensic work related to performance of retaining walls constructed with Anchor Diamond and Belgard blocks.
• Review, maintain, and update Anchor Diamond design/estimating software and manuals as needed.
• Ensure the suitability of all Anchor Diamond blocks for their intended functions. As new products are developed, review them from a functional perspective, and issue and maintain written reports as to their suitability for their intended functional applications.
• Act as the technical representative for Oldcastle to the industry.
• Obtain necessary approvals of Anchor Diamond and Belgard products from review bodies and regulatory bodies (HITEC, ICC, DOT, ETC.), and maintain records regarding same.
• Provide Engineering Services to key accounts as directed by the VP of Commercial Hardscapes.
• Ensure the suitability of Anchor Diamond design/estimating software, design manuals and other design literature for its intended purpose.
• Establish the standards of design (methodology, minimum factors of safety, etc.) for all retaining wall plans, whether preliminary, final, or otherwise, issued by or on behalf of Oldcastle.
• Identify the needs of design professionals with respect to performance data respecting Anchor Diamond blocks, obtain such data, and maintain it.
• Stay current with industry developments, attend industry meetings as necessary.
• Observing manufacture of product, which may require exposure to dirt, dust, dampness, construction debris, extreme weather conditions and temperatures, heavy equipment and noises, and other attributes common to such sites.

Requirements

• Proficiency in a variety of computer-based applications including computer aided design, word processing and spreadsheets.
• 5+ years’ experience as a geotechnical engineer.
• Strong project management abilities.
• Good written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills are necessary to work effectively with others in the company as well as industry and customer personnel.
• This position is remote, this candidate must live in Pennsylvania.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and certification as a Professional Engineer (Preferred).
• Travel up to 50%.
• A high degree of technical skill is required to understand both technical product and application information.

Benefits

• Health and wellness programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Highly competitive base pay
• Base salary is $100,000-$120,000 plus opportunity for an annual bonus.
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance