What are the responsibilities and job description for the Geotechnical Engineer position at My Next Career Path Staffing, LLC.?
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Job Summary:
We are a nationally recognized provider of engineering, testing, inspection, and certification services supporting innovation, quality assurance, and resilient infrastructure. With over 1,800 professionals nationwide, we combine technical expertise with practical field knowledge to ensure the communities we serve are built to last.
We are expanding in the Hawaii market and are seeking a geotechnical engineer across experience levels - from motivated entry-level candidates to seasoned professionals. Our current backlog includes several large, landmark multi-year projects, providing long-term stability and meaningful project involvement for our Hawaii team.
If you’re looking for a company that invests in your growth and gives you exposure to meaningful, high-impact projects, we want to talk to you.
Duties:
This position is responsible for evaluating subsurface conditions and providing geotechnical engineering support for a variety of construction and infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will analyze soil, rock, and groundwater conditions to support the design of foundations, earthworks, and other geotechnical systems that ensure the stability and safety of structures.
Geotechnical Investigations
Conduct field explorations, review subsurface conditions, and analyze laboratory testing results to characterize soil and rock properties.
Engineering Analysis & Design
Develop geotechnical recommendations and design solutions for foundations, retaining structures, slope stability, and earthwork construction.
Technical Reporting
Prepare clear and comprehensive geotechnical reports documenting site conditions, engineering analyses, and design recommendations.
Construction Support
Provide technical guidance during construction, including observation of foundation systems, earthwork, and site preparation activities.
Project Coordination
Assist with project planning and coordination to ensure geotechnical work is completed on schedule and within project budgets.
Collaboration
Work closely with civil, structural, and environmental engineers, contractors, and project teams to support successful project delivery.
We are hiring at multiple levels - responsibilities and compensation will align with education and qualifications.
Education/Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering with a geotechnical emphasis or Geotechnical Engineering.
- 0–10 years of geotechnical engineering experience preferred, including subsurface investigations, geotechnical analysis, and report preparation. Candidates with varying levels of experience are encouraged to apply.
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred, or ability to obtain licensure within a reasonable timeframe.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proficiency in geotechnical analysis software and standard engineering tools.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and interact with clients and contractors.