Staff Engineers, Geotechnical

Staff Engineers, Geotechnical

Performs engineering calculations, technical studies, field inspections, and prepares plans and specs for a variety of projects, such as deep foundations, natural and engineered slopes, and assists in the geotechnical aspects for various technical tasks. Provides general oversight and management of design-related activities for a project, including technical reviews. Prepares calculation briefs, reports, and letters. Works with client and other disciplines to prepare appropriate designs, as dictated by scope of work.

Reviews and approves geotechnical calculations and modeling involved in the evaluation of various technical aspects of project work. Reviews vendor drawings and evaluates need for design changes and makes appropriate recommendations for geotechnical tasks. Consults with construction personnel concerning field conditions, sequencing, and scheduling of activities. Ensures production of drawings and specifications meets scope, schedule, cost, and quality requirements and satisfies all federal, state, and local requirements.

May oversee tasks of Jr.

-level engineers. Manages subsurface investigation programs. Communicates independently with clients. Works in multi-disciplinary teams and leads tasks and simple project teams.

What you will bring to our firm:

Field activity occasionally will require work outside of normal hours (i.e., early morning) as well as extended work hours.

National travel to project sites and conferences may involve up to 60 days/yr, potentially exceeding 10 days/trip.

May undergo background checks and random drug testing.

Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or other related engineering field and 4 years of relevant geotechnical engineering experience.

Reqs the following skills (4 years exp) in:
AutoCAD/Civil 3D geo-design software; MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook); stability and foundation analysis software tools:
SlopeW or Slide and FAD tools or LPile.

Also reqs PE license.

Compensation: $112,611 - to $114,700

Featured Benefits:

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations.
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

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Location:

Gilbert, AZ Core Business

Hours:

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Employment Status:
Full-Time