Engineering Geologist II - Dams & Water Structures Focus

Responsibilities

Responsibilities of the role will include:

• Perform geologic field reconnaissance and mapping for the identification of geologic hazards and site characterization.
• Provide support on the design and installation of groundwater wells and geotechnical instrumentation (VWP’s, inclinometers, transducers, etc.)
• Provide interpretation of site conditions including geologic, geochemical, and geophysical data and preparing geotechnical and geologic reports.
• Develop geologic models for complex geologic site conditions;
• Conduct geologic research, and develop innovative ways to advance projects with the latest technologies;
• Perform liaison activities with regulatory agencies (local, state, and federal agencies) on behalf of our clients;
• Collaborate with geotechnical and structural engineers to develop robust dam designs.
• Assist in the preparation of project documentation including reports, project communications, and design drawings and report figures that are of a high professional standard.
• Written communication skills in the form of technical reports are a must.

Minimum Requirements:

• BA/BS + 2 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalence of experience and/or education.
• Valid US Driver’s License required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Engineering Geology or Geological Engineering (Master’s preferred)
• 5+ years of relevant experience
• Experience with complex subsurface investigations including soil and rock core drilling
• Installation of piezometers and geotechnical instrumentation
• Willingness to travel regularly for domestic and international projects while conducting physically rigorous field geologic data collection in a variety of extreme terrain and weather conditions
• Ability to work on multiple project tasks and meet deadlines with aggressive schedules efficiently while maintaining attention to detail and work product quality
• Must have excellent communication and writing skills. Written communication skills in the form of geotechnical/geologic data reporting is necessary.
• GIT Certification
• Experience with geotechnical projects including dams, mine tailings dams and water storage dams
• Analytical skills and knowledge of geological and geotechnical software (i.e., Roc Science, Geo-Slope, gINT, etc.).

• Relocation is not available for this position.
• U.S. work sponsorship not available at this time or in the foreseeable future
• Occasional project site travel required.

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well‑being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

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