Geotechnical Engineer - Earth

Overview

Dynamic Engineering Consultants, P.C., along with our Family of Companies—Dynamic Earth, Dynamic Survey, and Dynamic Traffic—has been a leader in land development consulting since 2004. Originally founded in New Jersey, we've expanded nationwide with over 350 employees and 15 offices. We proudly serve Fortune 500 companies as well as independent owners and developers of all sizes, offering a comprehensive consulting experience that integrates expertise in design and permitting for commercial, industrial, and residential projects.

At Dynamic, we foster a rewarding workplace, investing in our employees with industry-leading training programs that pave the way for growth and advancement.

Geotechnical Engineer is responsible for performing subsurface investigations, engineering analyses and evaluations related to site development projects, forensic investigations and/or to support design plans such as earth retaining structures, on-site wastewater treatment and disposal and foundation underpinning. Responsibilities may also include performing construction phase testing and inspections.

• Perform routine and complex field exploration programs for a wide range of project types.
• Efficiently communicate field investigation instructions to drilling/subcontractor based on the project geotechnical scope.
• 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.
• Prepare field boring/test pit logs on a variety of projects to document subsurface composition and groundwater levels.
• Download field data and perform geotechnical engineering analyses and evaluation of the subsurface conditions to develop design recommendations and overall development considerations.
• Coordinate laboratory testing program based on the field results.
• Prepare construction phase inspection data reports with engineering observations and test results for review by project managers and supervisors.
• Prepare initial geotechnical engineering reports with complied field investigation data and engineering analysis for review by project managers and supervisors.
• Perform reviews of project documents to identify geotechnical considerations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Soil Science, Geology or related engineering field; geotechnical engineering concentration preferred.
• 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.
• 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.
• Ability to work outdoors and in an office setting, as required.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) preferred or ability to obtain EIT certificate.
• Valid driver’s license required; ability to maintain and operate personal and/or company vehicle.
• Certifications such as ACI concrete field-testing technician, OSHA 10/40, APNGA gauge training preferred.
• Hands-on experience with metric and English tools; excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; able to learn supporting software for entering field data, laboratory data, timesheets, etc.
• Independent and critical thinking; self-starter who can work independently or with a team.
• Proficient in using mapping websites for due diligence and site investigation; familiarity with AutoCAD, Bluebeam, or similar software to assist in site plan drawings; ability to use geotechnical software programs.
• Experience dealing with regulatory agencies and review professionals; knowledge of planning and zoning…