Job Description:

Summary

The person in this position will work on geotechnical and geostructural engineering projects. Responsibilities will include conducting slope stability, seepage, bearing capacity, and settlement analyses; designing earth-retaining structures and dams; performing rock engineering and non-traditional geomechanical analyses; and managing projects. This person will also perform advanced geotechnical analysis and design through numerical modeling and may provide quality reviews, prepare plans and specifications, and write reports. In addition, they will complete fieldwork such as subsurface investigations, in-situ testing, construction observation, and facility inspections. This position requires travel to out-of-town assignments.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in geotechnical engineering or related field
  
• 2 years of relevant experience with traditional geotechnical engineering
  
• Strong technical skills in a range of geotechnical analysis and design applications
  
• Solid theoretical background in soil-structure interaction, saturated and unsaturated groundwater flow, soil and rock mechanics, computational mechanics
  
• Understanding of the basis of finite element and finite difference analysis, including the use of linear and non-linear constitutive models
  
• Geotechnical computer modeling capabilities
  
• Knowledge of geotechnical modeling software, such as FLAC, FLAC3D, GeoStudio suite, Midas GTS NX, and Plaxis
  
• Ability to perform critical evaluation of outputs of geotechnical analyses
  
• Computer skills, including word processing and working with spreadsheets
  
• Strong oral and written communication skills
  
• Willingness and ability to travel
  
• Demonstrated flexibility and willingness to modify personal schedule as required to meet project deadlines and/or client needs
  
• Acceptable driving record
  
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in geotechnical engineering or related field
  
• 5 years of experience with traditional geotechnical engineering
  
• Experience with Matlab, UDEC, 3DEC, and PFC software
  
• Proficiency in FISH (programming language for FLAC) and Python
  
• Knowledge of common engineering programming languages, such as C++, Visual Basic, Fortran, etc.
  
• Solid background in probability and statistics for engineering
  
• Desire to work with a team of geotechnical engineers in modeling and to mentor less-experienced staff
  
• Desire to conduct business development activities and engage in client relationship building
  
• Background/experience working on mining and/or dam projects
  

NOTE: Applicants must be able to work in locations that feature rough terrain typical of construction sites and must be able to enter and work within facilities that include limited accessibility, moving machinery, and other conditions typical of industrial facilities. Position will require lifting or moving field testing equipment. Safety training will be provided prior to being given work assignments on these sites. Applicants will be asked to participate in a drug screening program at the request of clients.