Staff Geotechnical Engineer (Minneapolis)

Description

The Staff Geotechnical Engineer will work on project teams to create world-class designs for new projects, alterations, and redevelopments on a variety of projects, including power, process, corporate, healthcare, pipeline, airports, institutional, industrial, manufacturing, government, and military facilities. The Staff Geotechnical Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting geological plans according to budget constraints, design factors, or client needs.      

• 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.
• Develop work scopes, subsurface exploration oversight, and management of site investigation subcontracts.
• Support field assignments associated with site investigation activities and in support of foundation and earthwork construction activities.
• Perform geotechnical design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion.
• Modify and review production drawings for a variety of projects, including, but not limited to: power plants, electric transmission and distribution, process facilities, industrial facilities, healthcare facilities, airports, educational institutions, commercial, governmental, and military facilities.
• Design geotechnical components for the project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers.
• Applies strong knowledge of commonly used geotechnical concepts, practices, codes, and procedures within the geotechnical engineering services industry.
• Research and compile project-related data as required by the project managers.
• Update drawings provided by senior engineers to verify that corrections are made within multiple CAD-related software.
• Compiles information for client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration for the design of power, process, industrial, healthcare, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental, and military facilities.
• Performs field inspections, measurements, or calculations for public and private clients.
• All other duties as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related degree from an ABET-accredited program, and 3 years experience required or Master's Degree in Geotechnical Engineering or Civil Engineering (with Geotechnical emphasis) from an ABET-accredited program, and 2 years experience required or PhD in Geotechnical Engineering or Civil Engineering (with Geotechnical emphasis) preferred
• Basic knowledge of standard geotechnical engineering techniques, principles, and procedures. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Position requires field assignments, and assignment length will be dependent upon project requirements.
• 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).
• Basic computer skills include geotechnical analysis programs (e.g., Ensoft LPILE, slope stability (GeoStudio or UTEXAS4), and CPT software).
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Engineers in Training-EIT Certification Required
  
  

Compensation

$100,000.00-150,000.00 Yearly

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.

Benefits

Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work. From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs. As part of being 100% employee-owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page.

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

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job Geotechnical Engineering

Primary Location US-MN-Minneapolis/St Paul

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

Req ID: 261485

Job Hire Type Experienced #M&S