Project Engineer, Geotech

Charleston , South Carolina , United States

Columbia , South Carolina , United States

Regular Full-Time

RK&K is hiring a Geotechnical Project Engineer to join our South Carolina Team. If you are a Geotechnical Engineer with a desire to establish your career and develop your skills in a supportive, collaborative environment, free of the need to satisfy burdensome corporate metrics, then we want to talk to you. RK&K is a civil engineering firm offering qualified candidates the opportunity to partner with an industry leader while experiencing unparalleled growth and career development.

As a Geotechnical Project Engineer at RK&K you will have the opportunity to work across disciplines to prepare plans and reports related to a variety of geotechnical projects for variety of clients in the transportation and municipal sectors; you will supervise field investigations and develop and review design computations; and prepare of geotechnical recommendations, contract plans, specifications, and construction cost estimates.

• Aid in the development of the geotechnical portion of proposals and subsurface exploration programs,
• Supervision of subsurface exploration programs,
• Preparation of Geotechnical Subsurface Data Reports, Bridge Geotechnical Engineering Reports, Roadway Geotechnical Engineering Reports, and Seismic Response Analysis Reports,
• Develop geotechnical analyses and calculations using approved software,
• Review of Post-bid construction plans and submittals,
• Prepare foundations recommendations for other structures (as required),
• Innovative design concepts related to Geotechnical Engineering to enhance project efficiency.

• BS degree in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering
• 5 to 10 years of Geotechnical Design Experience
• South Carolina Professional Engineer License
• Knowledge of SCDOT Geotechnical Design Manual (GDM) and AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specification
• Understanding of the following: gINT, BoreDM, LPile, APile, MSEW, Settle, Slide, and GRLWEAP
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Working knowledge of Microstation
• Passion for client service and engineering

• MS or advanced degree in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering
• SCDOT experience

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers, filing cabinets and fax machines. May lift or move banker boxes, paper, books, and office equipment up to twenty-five pounds.

RK&K offers excellentpotentialforcareer advancement and professional growth. We also offer attractive compensation packages commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Paid time off
• Hybrid work (home and office)
• Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness programs and employee resource groups
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Paid Holidays

As a full-service engineering and construction management firm, RK&K gives you the opportunity to directly impact the communities in which we live and work. What sets RK&K apart is an award-winning culture that has fostered a spirit of collaboration and trust for over 100 years. To its clients, the firm delivers concepts, processes, and outcomes that are designed for success. RK&K has earned its reputation as a trusted partner, responsive employer, and community steward.

RK&K ensures equal employment opportunity in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. If you need more information or special assistance for persons with disabilities, you may contact Human Resources at . Persons with hearing-and speech-impairments can contact RK&K by using the Virginia Relay Service, a toll-free telecommunication device for the deaf (TDD.) Call 711 for TTY/TDD or use the website elay.org.

If you need more information or special assistance regarding limited English proficiency, contact your RK&K office receptionist and they will be able to direct you in:
1) an individual within our company that speaks your language;
2) an outside service that can assist you in communicating with RK&K; or
3) you may also contact Human…