Geotechnical Engineer

Job Description

Our Geotechnical team is one of the finest in the industry! We are looking for a new team member to work on projects in the New Jersey and New York areas. This is a field position involving conducting inspections as well as assisting with sampling and testing of soils and rocks. There will also be classifying of soil and rock samples, laboratory testing, and preparing boring logs.

Under general supervision, performs basic to moderate complexity geologic/ seismic evaluations/fault rupture hazard and slope stability investigations/hydrogeologic analysis (aquifer test analysis; geochemical analysis; geotechnical analysis; contaminant transport analysis etc.) in both surface and subsurface geologic conditions pertaining to water supply, contaminant and/or geotechnical assessments. Activities may include subsurface geological formation logging, water sampling, surface geological mapping, aquifer testing and/or soils characterization and data compilation and evaluation.

Prepares cross sections, Isoconcentration maps, technical reports, and/or QA/QC analysis. Develops draft evaluations and calculations for compliance with federal, state and local regulations. Ensures that firm policies and practices are followed on all assessments. Schedules and reviews the work of subcontractors during field work.

• Subsurface drilling, subsurface soil sample collection, monitoring well installation oversight of drilling contractor.
• Field sampling plan development and implementation.
• Geologic conditions description.
• Laboratory testing coordination.
• Boring log and geologic cross section development.
• Oversight of construction activities including earthwork, dewatering, pile installation, excavation support installation, and load tests.
• Field report writing.
• Oversee Field Operations as needed, which may include overnight hours and weekends.

• Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical, Civil, Mining or Geologic Engineering or related discipline.
• 3 years of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

An appropriate and valid driver's license is required.

• Experience with Environmental Investigations
• Experience with Soil Density Testing
• Experience with Construction Oversight
• Experience with Construction Material Sampling
• Knowledge of AutoCAD drafting software
• Knowledge of ArcGIS mapping software
• Knowledge of Match
  
  CAD calculation software
• Knowledge of Geo Studio software
• Knowledge of commonly used computer software (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Excellent writing and communication skills

80%

• Expert Knowledge of computer assisted design and drafting (CADD) 3D and 4D software and practices.
• Solid knowledge of engineer principles of design.
• Expert Knowledge of Microsoft business software (excel, word, etc.).
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.

We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as “CDM Smith”) reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States.

The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal…