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The primary duties of the Geotechnical Engineer are development and completion of geotechnical field and laboratory investigations, preparation of proposals and reporting documents, and completion and coordination of technical analyses for design. A good candidate will be familiar with geotechnical investigations, laboratory testing, and design activities for transportation projects including bridges, fill embankments, cut slopes, subgrades, pavements, retaining walls, and ground improvement. Involved in communication with both internal and external clients. Must be comfortable with design and project team coordination to confirm implementation of geotechnical recommendations into project documents.
A Geotechnical Engineer’s traits include organizing, coordinating, and executing field exploration efforts, geotechnical analyses, and development of geotechnical reporting documents. Expected to make decisions and recommendations that impact project direction and activities, with guidance and direction from senior geotechnical engineers. Typically requires four or more years of progressive experience. This individual is required to exhibit excellent communication skills, work collaboratively with team members and clients, and demonstrate ability to manage tasks simultaneously. This individual must possess a Virginia Professional Engineering license (or ability to get it within six months of employment) and have functional experience with geotechnical analyses. Will be responsible for working directly with the senior geotechnical engineering staff and other team members to complete assigned work.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (BSCE) from an accredited 4-year engineering program
Master's degree in civil engineering with Geotechnical emphasis
Proficient with geotechnical software including gINT, Slope/W, APILE, LPILE, Settle3D, as well as the ability to develop and execute designs using spreadsheets
Project management experience
4+ years of geotechnical consulting experience
Experience with developing and executing subsurface exploration and laboratory testing programs for soils and rock
Independently complete proposal preparation and develop geotechnical data/engineering reports
Independently complete and/or coordinate efforts for subsurface characterization, development of geotechnical design parameters, slope stability and settlement analysis, and design of shallow foundations, deep foundations, retaining walls, and pavements
Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
Preference given to candidates currently residing in the Mid-Atlantic Area (VA/MD/DC)
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Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree
Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
Previous experience with Microsoft Office applications, MicroStation or other software as appropriate
Experience with GeoStudio/Ensoft slope stability, settlement, seepage and deep foundation response software, as appropriate
Experience with Bentley suite of geotechnical data management and visualization software (gINT/OpenGround/LeapFrog)
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
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