Burns McDonnell

Description

The Staff Geotechnical Engineer will work under the supervision of a licensed professional engineer to support project teams to create world class designs for new projects, alterations and redevelopments on a variety of projects including power, electric transmission and distribution, process, corporate, pipeline, airports, institutional, industrial, manufacturing, renewables, government and military facilities. The Staff Geotechnical Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting geotechnical plans and specifications according to budget constraints, design factors or client needs. Field assignment time will be dependent upon project requirements.

• Performs field reconnaissance and geological research to evaluate site-specific geologic and hydrogeologic conditions and risks. Develops work scopes and subcontracts for subsurface investigations in support of geotechnical design and evaluation efforts.
• Performs research and compiles project related data as required by the project team. Assists with compiling geotechnical data, boring logs and subsurface profiles. Research and compile project related data as required by the project team.
• Performs field observation of site investigation activities.
• Perform geotechnical design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion. Perform geotechnical engineering analyses, design and evaluation related to shallow and deep foundation systems, settlement analyses, slope stability evaluations, retaining structures, consideration of seismic effects, and earthwork.
• Prepare and review of engineering design calculations, reports, specifications and construction documents, and other technical documents, as needed.
• Applies strong knowledge of commonly used geotechnical concepts, practices, codes, and procedures within the geotechnical engineering services industry.
• Prepare and review drawings for a variety of geotechnical-related project components.
• Compiles information for client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration
• Performs geotechnical-related construction observation during the construction phase of projects.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering or related field from an ABET accredited program required.
• Master of Science Degree in Geotechnical Engineering or Civil Engineering (with Geotechnical Emphasis) from an ABET accredited program strongly preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of geotechnical engineering experience required.
• PhD in Geotechnical Engineering or Civil Engineering (with Geotechnical Emphasis) preferred.
• The individual must have successfully completed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) or Engineer-in-Training (EIT).
• Strong knowledge and proficient in standard geotechnical engineering techniques, principles, and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
• Proficient computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite).
• Proficient geotechnical software skills preferred, including Ensoft LPILE, slope stability (GeoStudio or UTEXAS4), liquefaction analysis software, excavation support and wall design software.
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills. Demonstrated leadership and critical thinking skills. Analytical and problem-solving skills are required.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled

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