Geotechnical Engineer

Game Change Energy is one of the fastest growing, most dynamic companies in the booming solar industry. We are a global leader in the solar racking and tracker industry with a dynamic and driven team passionate about changing the game in solar. Our products are designed to be the fastest installing and most cost-effective in the industry

Responsibilities:

• Review site geotechnical reports during project development and support the GCE business development team with technical evaluations.
• Identify geotechnical design risks and provide preliminary recommendations for foundation type, embedment depth, and feasibility.
• Develop load test (pull test) procedures for field verification of foundation designs.
• Review and interpret pull test results and collaborate with internal geotechnical and structural engineers to finalize foundation designs.
• Interface with clients, contractors, and external engineers, and participate in project meetings as needed.
• Support continuous improvement of internal geotechnical design practices and standards.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering
• Minimum 1 years of relevant geotechnical engineering experience
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications and geotechnical reports.
• Familiarity with applying engineering codes and standards to design decisions.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Experience:

• Field oversite and planning of geotechnical field investigations.
• Prior experience with deep foundations, driven piles, or load testing.
• Experience with LPILE or similar lateral pile analysis software.
• Moderate proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Experience working with ERP systems such as Netsuite.
• Experience in utility-scale solar.

Work Environment:

• Business casual attire in the office.
• PPE is required for site visits and field activities. Periodic travel may be required ~20% of the time.

Job Type: Full-time

Location:

Norwalk, CT (Hybrid) - Business professional attire when in office setting.

Salary: $65,000 - $85,000 per year

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement