Professional
Listed on 2026-09-06
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Engineering
Civil Engineering
Staff Level Geotechnical Engineer
We are seeking a motivated staff level geotechnical engineer to assist with complex and challenging projects in New York City and New York Metro area. Staff-level engineers have the opportunity to observe and document field explorations and construction activities, perform and review analyses and design calculations, and prepare technical correspondence, including reports, letters, and design memos under supervision of senior staff.
Essential Responsibilities & Duties
This role includes subsurface explorations, construction observation/management, geotechnical and structural design, instrumentation design and interpretation, and technical specification support. Other responsibilities include:
- Performing geotechnical field explorations and testing.
- Coordinating and interpreting lab test data.
- Developing spreadsheets and databases.
- Performing engineering analysis and calculations.
- Preparing technical memos, reports, and construction specifications.
- Observing and documenting construction activities.
- Preparing and modifying drawings using AutoCAD.
Minimum Qualifications
- B.S. in Civil Engineering; M.S. with Geotechnical emphasis is a preferred.
- EIT preferred; ability to obtain professional registration.
- 1-4 years of previous professional experience in civil/geotechnical engineering.
- Excellent technical report writing and communication skills.
- Experience with spatial analysis and visualization software such as CAD, Civil 3D, and GIS.
- Experience with geotechnical analysis software, such as Geo Studio (SEEP/W and SLOPE/W).
- Willingness and ability to travel as needed.
- Willingness and ability to perform field tasks and oversight.
- Valid U.S. driver's license.
GEI's Total Rewards Package Includes
- Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
- Pay Range For This Position: $75,000.00 – $85,000.00/year
- Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More
- Well-Being Program and Paid Parental Leave
- Commuter Benefits
- Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends
- GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
- Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
- Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses
- Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
- Rewards and Recognition
- GEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k)
- Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder
- A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
- And More…
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ENVIRONMENTFunctional Demands:
SedentaryXLight Medium Other Activity Level Throughout Workday(check one per row)
Physical Activity Requirements Occasional(0-35% of day)
Frequent(33-66% of day)
Continuous(67-100% of day)
Not Applicable
SittingXStandingXWalkingXClimbingXLifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)
XLifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)
XCarrying objectsXPush/pullXTwistingXBendingXReaching forwardXReaching overheadXSquat/kneel/crawlXWrist position deviationXPinching/fine motor skillsXKeyboard use/repetitive motionXTaste orsmell (taste=never)
XTalk or hearXAccurate 20/40
Very Accurate 20/20
Not Applicable Near VisionXFar VisionXYes No Not Applicable Color DiscriminationXSensory Requirements Minimal Moderate Accurate Not Applicable Depth perceptionXHearingXEnvironment Requirements Occupational Exposure Risk Potential Reasonably Anticipated Not Anticipated Blood borne pathogensXChemicalXAirborne communicable diseasesXExtreme temperaturesXRadiationXUneven surfaces or elevationsXExtreme noise levelsXDust/particulate matterXOther (exposure risks):
Weight around 50 lbs Usual workday hours:
X8 X1012
Other work hours - WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Functional Demands:
- Sedentary - X
- Light
- Medium
- Other
- Activity Level Throughout Workday(check one per row) - Physical Activity Requirements
- Occasional(0-35% of day) - Frequent(33-66% of day) - Continuous(67-100% of day) - Not Applicable
- Sitting - X
- Standing - X
- Walking - X
- Climbing - X
- Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds) -…
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