Geotechnical Engineer

The Geotechnical Engineer will apply sound engineering principles to analyze data, perform calculations, and provide recommendations. Effective communication skills are essential, as the candidate will be required to convey complex engineering concepts to both technical and non-technical clients and project teams. The projects may involve a range of sectors, including public works, transportation, commercial, communications, energy, and industrial.

What you will do:

• Develop and maintain professional working relationships between staff and clients.
• Ensure compliance with safety rules, guidelines, and standards on all projects, actively participating in pre-task planning and promptly reporting any safety concerns to management.
• Uphold high-quality standards throughout the execution of projects.
• Manage and oversee small projects with minimal complexity.
• Assist in the development of project scopes for routine assignments.
• Support the preparation of cost estimates, specifications, and other relevant project documentation.
• Analyze data, perform engineering calculations, and conduct analyses, subject to review by a Professional Engineer.
• Coordinate and conduct field investigations, laboratory testing, and data evaluation.
• Develop comprehensive plans, schedules, and detailed phases for assigned project work.
• Collaborate closely with senior-level project managers and Professional Engineers to gain valuable project management and engineering experience.
• Provide design recommendations, adaptations, and modifications for review and consideration by the Professional Engineer.
• Prepare work scopes, proposals, reports, and investigation plans for approval by senior-level professionals.
• Work under the guidance and supervision of a Professional Engineer.

What you will bring:

• Attention to detail, accuracy, and multi-tasking.
• Highly organized and able to prioritize work. Can meet deadlines.
• Strong leadership, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as a team member.
• Ability to create, maintain, and communicate project budgets.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Use computer software such as: MS Office, gINT, Geoslope, Volflo, Settle3D, WinPAS, and ability to learn new software as needed.

Required Experience:

• Master’s Degree in Geotechnical Engineering or bachelor’s degree with Geotechnical engineering focus.
• Minimum 1-3 years’ experience.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Engineering Intern (EI) required in Texas or ability to attain within 6 months. Passed PE exam is a plus.
• Ability to work in the field, when necessary, with occasional travel (up to 25%).
• Must have a valid Driver’s License.
• Must be able to pass a background check and preemployment drug screen.

Who We Are: 

WSB is a design and consulting firm specializing in engineering, community planning, environmental, and construction services. Our dedicated staff improves the way people engage with communities, transportation, infrastructure, energy and our environment. We offer services in a wide range of complementary areas that seamlessly integrate planning, design and implementation. We offer services in more than 50 complementary areas across the nation. 

Full-time WSB employees qualify for competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, company paid short- and long-term disability, 401(k) with match, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional growth and development. Part- time employees can participate in the 401(k) plan and applicable earned paid leave.   

As an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status. 

WSB strives to ensure that its careers web site is accessible to all. If you need assistance completing your online application, please email wsbrecruiting@wsbeng.com.              

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, WSB is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please e-mail us at wsbrecruiting@wsbeng.com. In your e-mail, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying. 

Notice to Third Party Agencies: WSB does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed Service Agreement by WSB, we reserve the right to pursue and hire any unsolicited candidates without financial obligation to recruiters or agencies.