Geotechnical Engineer

Job Description

CDM Smith is seeking a junior Geotechnical Engineer to join our infrastructure services team in Columbia, SC. In this role you will:

• Create excavation, dewatering, shallow/deep foundations, dams/reservoirs/levees, geo-environmental projects, etc. under general supervision,
• develop engineering designs of basic to moderate complexity to meet client project requirements.
• review draft designs for compliance with federal, state and local regulations ensuring that firm policies and practices are followed on all designs.
• perform site reviews and studies, as needed, to ensure designs are aligned with location specifications.
• update design requirements as necessary.
• perform soil sampling analyses and modeling.
• contribute to firm's Technical Knowledge Management by developing white papers and technical design documentation of new or special case designs, studies, etc.
• submit technical papers and designs for publishing to technical journals.
• perform other duties as required.
• may create or work with a team to create a poster or other presentation material for a conference.

Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical, Civil, Mining or Geologic Engineering or related discipline. 1 year of related experience. Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

MS degree in geotechnical engineering preferred.

Intermediate knowledge of computer assisted design and drafting (CADD) 3D and 4D software and practices. Knowledge of engineering principles of design. Expert knowledge of Microsoft business software (Excel, Word, etc.). Good written and verbal communication skills.

20% - 40%

USD $71,781.00 – USD $

No – we will not support sponsorship in the United States, i.e., H‑1B or TN visas for this position.

We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as “CDM Smith”) reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States.

The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct…