Geotechnical Engineer

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GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEER

Work with multidisciplinary teams to undertake infrastructure projects related to their planning, design, and engineering.

• Follow safe work practices and adhere to company guidelines for planning and executing work in a safe manner.
• Select criteria for planning, design, and construction of dams, tunnels, caverns, foundations, slopes, and earth-retaining structures.
• Work in conjunction with engineers, geologists, and other professionals to solve project challenges, performing design calculations as required.
• Assist with feasibility studies by conducting research (i.e., desktop study, field reconnaissance) to assess challenges and develop the basis of geotechnical understanding of the program to support the project as it progresses.
• Prepare engineering designs through sketches, electronic models, diagrams, and other visual formats.
• Prepare construction drawings and specifications for each design phase of a project.
• Plan and implement field exploration and testing programs.
• Perform site characterizations and evaluate geotechnical hazards.
• Assess subsurface conditions, including soil and rock properties and geotechnical conditions, including review and interpretation of field maps, field logs, test data, and other field documentation.
• Evaluate field and laboratory test data and develop parameters for use in technical analyses.
• Conduct numerical analysis using programs such as SEEP/W and SLOPE/W, FLAC, Plaxis, DIPS, UNWEDGE, SWEDGE.
• Develop familiarity with regulatory agency requirements, technical design standards, and industry standards and guidelines.
• Prepare technical reports including geotechnical data reports, geotechnical baseline reports, field reports, technical memoranda, computation packages, feasibility reports, design and evaluation reports, construction drawings, and specifications.
• Attend project coordination meetings with internal team members and/or external consultants.
• Implement Stantec quality control and quality assurance processes for project deliverables.
• Prepare basic quantity and cost estimates.
• Participate in Construction Quality Assurance including the review of shop drawings and submittals, response to request for information, prepare site observation reports, and perform other contract administration tasks.
• Provide field engineering support for projects during construction.
• Provide leadership, coordination, and ownership of tasks from initiation to successful completion.
• Provide mentoring, coaching, and training of less experienced professionals, as required.
• Develop client management and business development skills, such as preparing proposals.
• Participate in professional development and training activities.

• Working knowledge of the principles of civil/geotechnical or geological engineering.
• Familiarity with computer aided design drafting programs.
• Some exposure to or knowledge of numerical modeling and finite element analysis.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint software.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Sound organizational, technical, written, and oral communication skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to coordinate tasks with multiple individuals on a multi-disciplinary team.
• Willing and able to travel to conduct field investigation or construction quality oversight work.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record required. Off-road driving may be possible.

5-10 years of work experience in civil/geotechnical engineering, dams experience is a plus. Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university is required;
Master's degree in Civil Engineering with a focus in Geotechnical Engineering is preferred. New Jersey Professional Engineer license or ability to obtain within 1 year of employment.

$100-150k

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Mark W. Wonders
Senior Executive Recruiter
Liberty Personnel Services, Inc.
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#Geotechnical Engineering
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